Southern Connecticut State University Softball split a doubleheader against Bentley University, bringing their overall record to 20-20 and 13-17 in the NE10. In game one, SCSU overcame a late rally from Bentley to win 6-3, led by Christina DeNovellis's standout performance. Game two saw the Owls take a late lead, only to lose 7-6 in a walk-off finish for the Falcons. Giselle DeLutri notched her first career save in the first game as she contributed both as a pitcher and relief. The Owls will face Bentley again in a rematch on April 26.

By the Numbers
  • SCSU improved to 20-20 overall with a 6-3 win in game one.
  • Giselle DeLutri struck out seven batters across both games, earning her first save.
  • Olivia Young recorded four hits and two RBI across the doubleheader.
State of Play
  • Game one featured strong hitting from SCSU, highlighted by DeNovellis鈥檚 home run.
  • In game two, the Owls maintained competitive momentum, scoring six runs despite the narrow loss.
What's Next

Southern Connecticut will aim to secure a series win against Bentley in their next doubleheader on April 26. The Owls also have a matchup against Assumption University scheduled for May 1.

Bottom Line

The Owls displayed strong performances but need to maintain consistency in pitching and defense to capitalize on their offensive capabilities in upcoming games.