Rangers take two from Skyhawks on Friday
Fort Lewis softball faced tough competition against Regis University, losing both games of a doubleheader 8-4 and 7-6. Despite strong offensive performances, including multiple home runs, the Skyhawks' defensive errors and pitching struggles led to their defeats. Vanessa Candito's stellar relief pitching in the first game helped secure the Rangers' win, while Hallie Crappell's performance in the second game held off a late Fort Lewis surge. The results put the Skyhawks' season record at 13-39 overall and 12-30 in RMAC play. The teams will meet again for the final two games of the season.
By the Numbers- Fort Lewis hit four home runs in Game Two, tying the fourth-most in a single game in program history.
- Skyler Dietz achieved a perfect 4-for-4 performance in Game One, marking her first four-hit game this season.
- Cali Niccum recorded her second and third home runs of the season in Game One and Two respectively.
- Mia Cueva also homered twice during the doubleheader, bringing her total to three home runs this season.
- Regis leads the all-time series against Fort Lewis at 92-32.
- Fort Lewis has struggled defensively, contributing to their losses due to key errors and missed opportunities.
- Skyhawks' pitcher Hailie Mann reached a milestone of over 500 career innings pitched.
- Skyler Dietz remains a standout performer, leading the team with a perfect 10-for-10 record in stolen bases.
The Skyhawks will conclude their season with two more games against Regis on Saturday, likely aiming to finish strong despite the earlier losses. Stakeholders will be watching for potential improvements in their defense and pitching to reclaim momentum before the end of the series.
Bottom LineThe Fort Lewis softball team needs to tighten their defense and improve pitching performance to secure a better outcome in their final games. With promising offensive displays, harnessing that momentum alongside strategic corrections could lead to victory in the concluding matches of the season.
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