The Valley City State University softball team had a mixed result in a doubleheader against Bismarck State College, winning the first game 6-0 but losing the second 8-2. The victory in game one featured a standout performance with Maddy Hazelton pitching a complete shutout and striking out 10. In contrast, the Vikings struggled in game two, giving up a grand slam and multiple runs early on. This leaves them at 22-23 overall and 12-12 in Frontier Conference, while BSC improves to 15-29 and 10-13.

By the Numbers
  • Maddy Hazelton achieved 10 strikeouts and improved to 10-11 for the season.
  • The Vikings scored 6 runs in game one but only 2 runs in game two.
State of Play
  • Vikings have a record of 22-23 overall, competing in the Frontier Conference.
  • They are set to play the University of Providence next, with games scheduled on April 24.
What's Next

The Vikings will look to bounce back as they host the University of Providence, aiming to improve their conference standing. Key players will need to step up offensively after a tough loss to BSC.

Bottom Line

The Vikings must build on their success in game one while addressing weaknesses exposed in game two to remain competitive in the conference. Strong pitching and offensive consistency will be crucial in upcoming games.