Hawai'i Hilo Softball celebrated a successful doubleheader against Menlo, winning both games decisively with final scores of 5-1 and 9-1. Pitchers Madison Rabe and Madi Lee each allowed only one run, contributing significantly to the team's performance. This marked the Vulcans' first home games since early March, and they demonstrated strong offensive support with multiple RBI hits throughout the day. The sweep improves Hawai'i Hilo's overall record to 19-14 and places them fourth in the Pacific West Conference.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i Hilo outscored Menlo a combined 14-2 over both games.
  • Rabe allowed just four hits and struck out two batters in Game 1.
  • Lee pitched 4.2 innings in Game 2, giving up five hits while inducing nine ground outs.
State of Play
  • The Vulcans are currently ranked No. 4 in the Pacific West Conference with a conference record of 16-10.
  • Both games were played at Vulcan Softball Field, their first home games in over a month.
  • Menlo's struggles continue as they sit at No. 8 in the current standings with an overall record of 14-33.
What's Next

Hawai'i Hilo will face Menlo again in another doubleheader on April 17, looking to maintain their momentum. Following this, they will participate in matches against Chaminade and HPU in late April, gearing up for the upcoming PacWest Championships in early May.

Bottom Line

The Vulcans' impressive sweep reinforces their playoff hopes, showcasing both pitching strength and offensive depth. As they aim for postseason success, maintaining this level of performance will be crucial in the coming weeks.