The University of Mary softball team secured a series split against Minnesota State University Moorhead, winning game one 2-1 and losing game two 13-10. Jianna Cota's walk-off RBI single clinched the first game's victory, showcasing strong pitching from Jayleen Rojas, Camryn Fuessel, and Arria Johnson. In the second game, despite an early lead, they yielded multiple runs in the later innings, resulting in a narrow loss. The team will next face Northern State University at home, aiming to improve their 12-28 record.

By the Numbers
  • UMary won game one 2-1 with eight hits and four walks.
  • In game two, UMary scored 10 runs on 12 hits; MSUM had 13 runs on 15 hits.
Yes, But

While the Marauders showed offensive strength with 22 total hits over both games, inconsistent pitching and fielding errors in game two led to their defeat. The disparity in runs during crucial innings raises concerns for their ability to close out competitive games.

State of Play
  • UMary improved to 12-28 overall and 2-16 in the Northern Sun Conference.
  • MSUM holds a record of 5-34 and 3-13 in the conference after splitting the series.
What's Next

The Marauders will host Northern State University on April 12, looking to capitalize on home-field advantage and regain momentum in their season.

Bottom Line

For the University of Mary to succeed moving forward, they must tighten their pitching and maximize scoring opportunities. Consistency will be key as they strive to improve their conference standing in the upcoming games.