Iowa State dominated South Dakota in a midweek softball matchup, achieving an 8-0 run-rule victory in just five innings. The Cyclones scored four runs in both the first and fifth innings, effectively sealing the game. South Dakota managed only two hits, both by Kiya Johnson. Cyclone pitcher Jaiden Ralston earned the win, while Peyton Paulsen suffered the loss after pitching 4.2 innings with five hits allowed.

By the Numbers
  • Iowa State scored 8 runs while holding South Dakota to just 2 hits.
  • Cyclones hit a three-run home run and a grand slam to cap off their scoring.
State of Play
  • SSouth Dakota's Peyton Paulsen kept Iowa State scoreless for three innings after a rocky first.
  • The match faced a nearly one-hour weather delay but resumed with Iowa State solidly in control.
What's Next

South Dakota heads to Grand Forks, North Dakota, for a three-game series against the Fighting Hawks, starting April 17.

Bottom Line

The Coyotes need to regroup before their next series, focusing on improving their offensive output and defensive reliability to bounce back in Summit League play.