Dominican softball split its doubleheader against Menlo, winning the first game 5-0 and losing the second game 4-3. Morgan Saucedo was a standout for the Penguins, going 5-for-8 at the plate with a double, a home run, and two RBIs. Alexis Verduzco pitched a complete game shutout in the first game, striking out six batters to improve her record to 8-3. The second game saw the Penguins take an early lead, but Menlo's late-inning rally turned the tide. Dominican will face Jessup next in their final season series.

By the Numbers
  • Morgan Saucedo: 5-for-8 with a double, home run, and 2 RBIs.
  • Alexis Verduzco: Complete game shutout with 6 strikeouts in the first game.
State of Play
  • Penguins' record: 22-22 overall, 15-13 in PacWest.
  • Next matchup: Doubleheader against Jessup on Saturday, starting at noon PDT.
What's Next

Dominican will look to build momentum in their upcoming doubleheader against Jessup, aiming to secure wins to improve their standing in the PacWest. Maintaining strong batting and defensive strategies will be crucial after mixed results against Menlo.

Bottom Line

The Penguins need to capitalize on their offensive strengths and tighten their defense as they enter the final stretch of the season. Each win is critical as they pursue a competitive finish in league play.