St. Edward's softball team put up a tough fight against #4 Angelo State, narrowly losing Game 1 in eight innings (5-4) and falling in Game 2 (9-3). In the opener, after trailing 4-1, the Hilltoppers rallied for three runs in the sixth, led by Alyssa Burdge's clutch hit. However, Angelo State regained the lead in extra innings, and St. Edward's fell short. In Game 2, the Hilltoppers initially took the lead but succumbed to a five-run second inning from the Rambelles, ultimately leading to their defeat.

By the Numbers
  • St. Edward's scored 7 runs combined in both games.
  • Angelo State hit 3 home runs across the doubleheader.
State of Play
  • Hilltoppers showed resilience, matching Angelo State's hits in Game 1 (8 each).
  • In the second game, St. Edward's collected 10 hits, demonstrating offensive capability.
What's Next

The Hilltoppers will need to build on their competitive spirit as they prepare for upcoming matches, aiming to convert close games into victories against other conference rivals.

Bottom Line

Despite the losses, the Hilltoppers demonstrated they can challenge top teams, highlighting the need for consistency in execution to turn potential into performance.