St. Thomas softball swept a doubleheader against North Dakota State, improving their record to 27-13 overall and 9-4 in the Summit League. In the first game, St. Thomas capitalized on two-out hitting to score six of their ten runs, highlighted by Cassidy Carby's ninth home run. Ava Kleinfeldt threw a complete game, allowing just two runs and striking out one. The second game saw the Tommies fall behind early but rally to secure a victory, with Carby hitting her second home run of the day. Ella Cook also contributed with a strong pitching performance, completing the game with scoreless innings.

By the Numbers
  • St. Thomas scored 10 runs in Game One, with six coming from two-out situations.
  • Cassidy Carby hit two home runs across the doubleheader and has a total of 10 for the season.
  • Ava Kleinfeldt pitched a complete game in the first match, allowing 2 runs and striking out 1.
  • Ella Cook also earned a complete game victory in Game Two, maintaining scoreless innings in the sixth and seventh.
State of Play
  • St. Thomas is currently 27-13 overall and 9-4 in the Summit League.
  • NDSU's record stands at 20-20 and 4-5 in the League following the doubleheader sweep.
  • The Tommies showcased strong offensive depth and pitching consistency throughout both games.
What's Next

With the next weekend off, St. Thomas will travel to Wisconsin for two doubleheaders against Green Bay on April 20 and against Wisconsin on April 21, presenting an opportunity to further improve their league standing.

Bottom Line

The dual victories against NDSU significantly bolster St. Thomas's position in the Summit League, showcasing their strong offensive skills and reliable pitching. Maintaining this momentum will be crucial in their upcoming matches against Wisconsin and Green Bay.