Niagara Softball suffered a 6-3 defeat against Iona despite recording eight hits at home. The Purple Eagles started strong with an early run but lost momentum as Iona took control, capitalizing on errors and strategic plays. Key performances by both teams included doubles from Iona's Brooke Acker and Hailey Guerrero, which significantly contributed to their scoring. Niagara attempted a late rally but fell short, finishing the game with three runs.

By the Numbers
  • Niagara recorded a total of 8 hits.
  • Iona scored 6 runs, with Guerrero contributing 4 RBIs from two doubles.
State of Play
  • Niagara is now 32-45 all-time against Iona.
  • Cenname is on a three-game hitting streak, and Gibbons has a three-game on-base streak.
What's Next

Niagara Softball will look to bounce back as they face Cornell for a doubleheader on April 14, starting at 2:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

After a strong start, Niagara must address their defensive errors to improve their game, especially as they prepare for their upcoming match against Cornell.