Southwest Baptist University's softball team faced two losses against Rockhurst University in a Saturday doubleheader. The defeats drop SBU's season record to 19-31 and 8-16 in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Game 1 ended with a score of 0-5, with the Bearcats managing only three hits. In Game 2, SBU scored two runs but fell short with a final score of 2-7, unable to recover from a strong Hawks' offensive in the later innings.

By the Numbers
  • SBU鈥檚 season record now stands at 19-31.
  • SBU has an 8-16 record in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.
State of Play
  • Abby Leer pitched 4.2 innings in Game 1 with four strikeouts and only three hits allowed.
  • In Game 2, Keeley Elsea scored both of SBU's runs.
  • Emily Titus went 2-3 at the plate in Game 2.
What's Next

The Lady Bearcats will conclude their 2026 season with two away series next weekend, starting with a doubleheader against rival Drury University on Saturday, May 2.

Bottom Line

Despite the setbacks, SBU has one final opportunity to end the season on a high note against their rivals, emphasizing the importance of these last two games.