Lincoln's softball team faced off against Illinois-Springfield in two closely contested games, ultimately falling in both by a single run. The first game ended with a score of 4-3, while UIS clinched the second game in 10 innings, 3-2. Notably, Ann-Marie Simpson set a new single-season record for stolen bases, surpassing Jessica Moore's 2010 record of 19. Both games showcased intense back-and-forth action with critical plays on both sides, but UIS emerged victorious.

By the Numbers
  • Ann-Marie Simpson stole her 19th and 20th bases on Saturday, breaking the single-season record.
  • Lincoln's first game featured four hits and nine strikeouts from their pitching staff.
State of Play
  • Illinois-Springfield holds a record of 27-11 overall, 11-5 in GLVC play.
  • Lincoln's current record stands at 17-16 overall, 3-11 in GLVC play.
  • Lincoln will play against Indianapolis on Sunday in a double-header.
What's Next

Lincoln is set to face Indianapolis in their next matchup, which will be critical for improving their GLVC standings. Continued focus on capitalizing on scoring opportunities will be key for the team to turn close losses into wins.

Bottom Line

Despite the setbacks, Lincoln's competitive performance against UIS highlights their potential. With a record-setting player in Simpson and upcoming games, there鈥檚 room for optimism as they aim to bounce back and convert hard-fought matches into victories.