North Dakota State University鈥檚 softball team will inaugurate their home season by facing St. Thomas in a Summit League matchup on Tuesday and Wednesday. The series comprises a single game on Tuesday at 3 p.m. and a doubleheader on Wednesday at 2 p.m. All games will be streamed on The Summit League Network, with additional live statistics available. Historically, NDSU leads the matchup against St. Thomas 10-4, having swept the series in 2023.

By the Numbers
  • NDSU scored 35 runs during their last series against South Dakota, the most in a Summit League series since 2015 (41 runs against Fort Wayne).
  • The Bison have 62 doubles this season, a significant increase from 44 doubles in 2025.
State of Play
  • NDSU is currently ranked first in the Summit League for stolen bases (53) and averages 1.43 stolen bases per game.
  • Junior Star Cortez leads the team with a batting average of .390 and has 24 walks, reflecting her offensive prowess.
What's Next

Following the St. Thomas series, NDSU will host Kansas City for a weekend series, with the first game scheduled for Friday at Tharaldson Park. The weekend series will also be televised on WDAY Xtra, increasing visibility for the program.

Bottom Line

The upcoming series against St. Thomas is crucial for NDSU to build momentum at home after a successful road stretch, with strong offensive and defensive performances key to solidifying their standing in the Summit League.