Mercyhurst softball is set to face New Haven in their inaugural series, marking the first matchup in program history. The Lakers (7-25, 6-9 NEC) are currently fifth in the conference, aiming to improve their standing against the struggling Chargers (7-29, 5-13 NEC) in West Haven, Connecticut. The series kicks off on Saturday, April 18, with games scheduled at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., followed by a noon finale on Sunday, April 19. These games will be streamed on NEC Front Row as Mercyhurst looks to build on a streak of mixed performances in recent games.

By the Numbers
  • Mercyhurst has a 7-25 overall record, while New Haven stands at 7-29.
  • The Lakers have played eight games in the past nine days, currently sitting fifth in the NEC.
State of Play
  • The Lakers recently split their last series with FDU, winning one game 16-2 but losing the third 15-5.
  • New Haven is at seventh in the NEC, with notable struggles since starting conference play, only winning two of their last eight matches.
What's Next

As Mercyhurst heads into the New Haven series, further wins could elevate them in the NEC rankings, while New Haven needs to capitalize on their home games to bolster their conference performance.

Bottom Line

This pivotal series could be a turning point for both teams, with Mercyhurst looking to seize momentum and New Haven aiming to find consistency. All eyes will be on these matchups as both programs strive to forge their identities in the NEC.