The 16th-ranked McKendree University Softball team achieved a historic sweep against Lewis, with standout Lauren Harris breaking the career home run record. The Bearcats (36-12, 17-7 GLVC) dominated Lewis (21-25, 10-12 GLVC), winning 9-0 in game one with a remarkable grand slam from Harris, and followed up with a 5-3 victory in game two, where Harris hit her record-setting 48th home run. Ellie Vetter and Sami Huck also delivered exceptional pitching performances in both games.

By the Numbers
  • Lauren Harris hit her 47th and 48th career home runs, breaking the previous record.
  • McKendree achieved its 36th victory of the season, tying the single-season record for the Heather Tarter Era.
State of Play
  • McKendree has secured a spot in the GLVC Tournament with potential seeding ranging from 2nd to 5th.
  • The Flyers are currently sitting at 9th place in the standings, needing to win their remaining games to improve their tournament chances.
What's Next

The Bearcats will celebrate Senior Day on May 2nd against Upper Iowa, with a doubleheader scheduled at Bearcat Field. Their performance in these final games will determine their seeding in the upcoming GLVC Tournament.

Bottom Line

McKendree's impressive performance and record-breaking achievement by Lauren Harris underscore their strong season, while the team gears up for crucial matches that will impact their postseason positioning.