The Central Oklahoma Bronchos will honor their four seniors during the final home game of the season against Newman this Friday. Ranked 18th nationally, UCO boasts a record of 39-12 and is positioning itself for the MIAA Softball Championship, while Newman struggles at 10-40. Coach Sam Maples expressed pride in the team's work ethic, particularly the contributions of the seniors. The Bronchos are aiming to solidify their standing ahead of the championship tournament with notable offense and solid pitching performances. Senior Kennedy Clark recently earned MIAA Hitter of the Week accolades following a strong weekend at the plate.

By the Numbers
  • UCO has a team batting average of .353, averaging 7.14 runs and 9.47 hits per game.
  • Kennedy Clark hit .522 in her last seven games, with four home runs and 17 RBI.
State of Play
  • UCO is currently third in the conference standings with a 16-6 league record.
  • The Bronchos are also ranked third in the NCAA Central Regional standings, crucial for tournament qualification.
What's Next

Following the doubleheader against Newman, the Bronchos will prepare for the MIAA Softball Championship set for May 6-9. Their performance in the upcoming games will be critical for their tournament seeding and overall postseason fate.

Bottom Line

As the regular season closes, the Bronchos are not only celebrating their seniors but also striving to secure a strong position for the championship, emphasizing the importance of this weekend鈥檚 performances.