The No. 25 College of Saint Benedict softball team extended its winning streak to 18 games with a doubleheader sweep over Hamline, winning 9-1 and 9-5. This victory solidifies their lead in the MIAC with a 19-1 conference record and puts them one win away from clinching the top seed for the MIAC Tournament. Senior Cat Smetana led the offense, achieving her 100th career RBI, while Ellie Peterson and Olivia Wallace each contributed to the pitching success with double-digit wins this season. The Bennies are now on a streak of nine consecutive doubleheader sweeps.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Benedict has a 29-9 overall record and 19-1 in MIAC play.
  • Cat Smetana recorded eight RBI across two games, reaching 100 career RBI.
  • Ellie Peterson achieved her 11th consecutive victory, improving to 14-5 this season.
  • Saint Benedict stole a total of eight bases in the doubleheader, with Olivia Van Hout accounting for four of those.
State of Play
  • Saint Benedict remains in first place in the MIAC with a solid 19-1 record.
  • The team has displayed consistent offensive power, with nine consecutive doubleheader sweeps.
  • Multiple players are achieving personal milestones, enhancing team performance.
What's Next

The Bennies have a chance to clinch the top seed in the MIAC Tournament with a win during their scheduled doubleheader against Macalester. Maintaining this momentum is critical as they approach postseason play, where consistency and performance will be crucial for success.

Bottom Line

CSB's dominant performance not only highlights their current strength but also sets them up as a formidable contender for the MIAC Tournament. As they continue to break records and reach personal milestones, the focus must remain on sustaining this level of play heading into the playoffs.