Fort Hays State Softball (19-28, 5-17 MIAA) is set to conclude its season with a doubleheader against Nebraska-Kearney (14-37, 3-19 MIAA) on Saturday, May 2, at 1 p.m. in Kearney, Nebraska. The matchup brings an anticipated end to the season for both teams, both of which will not qualify for the MIAA Tournament after a challenging season. Historically, Fort Hays leads the series against Nebraska-Kearney, boasting a record of 45-39. Key players include Hannah Green, who's leading the Tigers with a .443 batting average, and Peyton Shepard, who broke the career stolen bases record at FHSU last week.

By the Numbers
  • Hannah Green: .443 batting average, 49 runs scored, 74 hits.
  • Peyton Shepard: 75 career stolen bases, 35 runs scored, .371 batting average.
  • Lilly Mohr: 12 home runs, .343 batting average, instrumental in 108 RBIs combined with teammates.
State of Play
  • Both teams are facing disappointing seasons, not qualifying for the conference tournament.
  • Fort Hays State's last series resulted in a split, while Nebraska-Kearney is struggling offensively, scoring two or fewer runs in their last five games.
What's Next

Following the season's conclusion, both teams will evaluate their strategies and player performances to prepare for the next season, with Fort Hays focusing on building upon the success of standout players like Hannah Green and Peyton Shepard.

Bottom Line

The final doubleheader serves as a pivotal moment for Fort Hays to close out the season positively, recognizing key performances and laying the groundwork for improvement as they look forward to the next year.