The Bradley Braves Softball team returns home to host the Evansville Purple Aces for a three-game series after a streak of seven road games. The series kicks off with two games on Friday, April 17th at 2:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, followed by the final game on April 18th at 2:00 p.m. The Braves are coming off a strong performance, having split a doubleheader against Northern Illinois, where senior Ashley Breeding excelled with multiple home runs and nine RBIs.

By the Numbers
  • Ashley Breeding went 7-8 with 2 home runs, 9 RBIs, and 2 walks in the last game against Northern Illinois.
  • The Braves have a total of 39 home runs this season, ranking third in the Missouri Valley Conference.
State of Play
  • Bradley has scored an average of 6.9 runs per game since March 25.
  • Evansville holds a 9-9 record in conference play and recently suffered a 7-5 loss to Western Kentucky.
What's Next

The Braves aim to extend their winning streak against the Purple Aces, having defeated them in their last five encounters, including a sweep last season. With a dozen regular-season games remaining, senior Kierston McCoy is positioned to break the school record for career home runs.

Bottom Line

As the Braves return home, their offensive momentum and recent successes position them favorably against Evansville, likely making them strong contenders to continue their winning streak.