The Truman State Bulldogs softball team struggled over the weekend, finishing 1-3 in doubleheaders against William Jewell and Rockhurst. They secured a victory against William Jewell in their first game but lost the other three matches. The team now has an overall record of 14-26 and stands at 6-10 in the GLVC. The Bulldogs will need to regroup quickly as they head out for road games next weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Truman scored a total of 17 runs across the weekend.
  • Emily Wood had 6 hits, including 2 doubles, and scored 5 runs over the weekend.
State of Play
  • Truman fell behind early in most games, relying heavily on their hitting to respond.
  • The Bulldogs made crucial errors that allowed opponents to capitalize and extend leads.
What's Next

Truman will compete in doubleheaders against Southwest Baptist and Drury next weekend, seeking to bounce back and improve their standings in the GLVC. A strong performance is critical to maintain postseason hopes.

Bottom Line

The Bulldogs must address defensive lapses and capitalize on opportunities at the plate to turn their season around and remain competitive in the GLVC standings.