ASU Lady Rams faced a challenging day at the SIAC Crossover Softball Opening Day, suffering defeats against Tuskegee and Lane College, with limited offensive success and defensive struggles.

The Big Picture

The ASU softball team encountered tough competition and setbacks during the SIAC Crossover event, highlighting areas for improvement in both offense and defense.

By the Numbers
  • ASU's Keyatta Ayers finished 3 for 6 with an RBI and a stolen base.
  • The team managed only one hit in the opener and faced defensive challenges, allowing unearned runs in crucial innings.
  • In the second game, Olivia Mason had two doubles, Ty'Janae Brown scored two runs, and Romona McLeod recorded two hits and an RBI.
State of Play
  • ASU struggled offensively, with only one hit in the first game and defensive errors leading to opponent runs.
  • Ayers stood out with consistent hitting, but the team faced difficulties in capitalizing on scoring opportunities.
  • Defensively, ASU faced challenges, allowing unearned runs and falling short in crucial innings against tough opponents.
What's Next

ASU looks to bounce back on the second day of the Crossover event with upcoming games against LeMoyne-Owen and Kentucky State.

Bottom Line

ASU Lady Rams struggled in their opening games, highlighting the need to regroup and improve both offensively and defensively for upcoming matchups in the tournament.