GW softball is gearing up for four crucial games this week, starting with a home matchup against UMES for 2K throwback day, followed by a challenging series against league leaders, Loyola Chicago. The team recently climbed to third place in the A-10 standings after a series win over Saint Joseph's, crucial for their postseason hopes. They need to stay above seventh place to secure a postseason berth.

By the Numbers
  • GW is currently 8-7 in the A-10, just one game ahead of Fordham, who is 7-8.
  • Cece Smith earned the A-10 Pitcher of the Week title after two strong starts against Saint Joseph's.
State of Play
  • GW's upcoming schedule includes a home game against UMES and a weekend series in Chicago against Loyola.
  • UMES has a 10-29 record overall and recently broke a nine-game losing streak.
  • Loyola Chicago leads the A-10 with a 12-3 conference record and has secured series sweeps against several teams.
What's Next

GW's performance against UMES will set the tone for their upcoming series against Loyola Chicago, which is critical for their standings and playoff aspirations. Strong performances are needed to maintain their postseason position.

Bottom Line

For GW softball, every game is vital to secure a postseason spot. Success this week will require not only winning against UMES but also putting up a strong fight against top-ranked Loyola Chicago.