Fort Lewis softball claimed a pivotal split in their series against Colorado Mesa, winning the first game 4-2 behind Cali Niccum's second-inning grand slam, breaking a lengthy losing streak against the Mavericks. However, Colorado Mesa bounced back to secure a 10-7 victory in the second game, tying the four-game series at 1-1. The Skyhawks now aim for their first series win over the Mavericks since 2012.

By the Numbers
  • Cali Niccum鈥檚 grand slam marked her first home run of the 2026 season and the sixth of her career.
  • Fort Lewis ended a 37-game losing streak against Colorado Mesa, bringing the all-time series to 133-27 in favor of the Mavericks.
State of Play
  • Fort Lewis is currently 8-32 overall and 7-23 in conference play.
  • Cali Niccum now leads Fort Lewis with 27 hits, boasting a .307 batting average.
What's Next

The teams will face off in another doubleheader on Sunday, April 12, at 11 a.m., with Fort Lewis aiming for a chance to secure their first series split since April of 2014.

Bottom Line

Fort Lewis capitalized on their newfound momentum from game one but needs consistent performance to shift the series balance in their favor on Sunday. This is a crucial juncture for the team's confidence and standings in the RMAC.