Hawai'i Hilo Softball completed a four-game sweep of Menlo with victories of 5-2 and 8-0, marking their seventh consecutive win. Madi Lee secured the win in Game 1 with four innings in relief, while Tehani Seto pitched a complete-game shutout in Game 2. Lexie Tilton notably hit a grand slam in the second inning of Game 2. Hawaii Hilo's performance eliminated Menlo from the PacWest Championship contention and positioned Hawai'i Hilo closer to securing a postseason berth amidst tough competition from Concordia and Biola.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i Hilo improved to 18-10 in the PacWest, maintaining a 3rd place conference standing.
  • Lexie Tilton's grand slam in Game 2 marked her third home run of the season.
State of Play
  • Hawai'i Hilo is on a seven-game winning streak, currently ranked 3rd in the PacWest Conference.
  • Menlo has been eliminated from postseason contention, joining HPU and Chaminade.
What's Next

The Vulcans will face Chaminade and HPU in their final six regular-season games, with crucial matchups ahead as they aim for a postseason spot in the upcoming PacWest Championships starting May 5.

Bottom Line

Hawai'i Hilo's sweeping victory not only solidifies their winning momentum but also places them in a favorable position for postseason qualifications. Maintaining this momentum in their upcoming matches will be vital for securing one of the coveted playoff berths.