Hawks' softball team loses MEAC series finale to Coppin State, falling 7-1 at the Henry S. Parker Complex in Salisbury, as the bats struggled to deliver timely hits on Sunday.

The Big Picture

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore softball team faced difficulties in generating runs, leading to a decisive loss in the series finale against Coppin State despite an effort to out-hit their opponents.

By the Numbers
  • UMES outhit Coppin State in the game but couldn't secure a victory.
  • Both Kelsie Ekstrom and Ryan Merriwether contributed two hits each for the Hawks.
  • UMES committed four errors, matching their season-high.
  • Ballenger pitched five innings with four strikeouts and four walks.
State of Play
  • Coppin State took the lead with a strong performance early in the game, maintaining their advantage throughout.
  • The Hawks managed to score one run, but were unable to keep up with Coppin State's offensive and defensive plays.
What's Next

UMES will travel for upcoming games, starting with a doubleheader at Radford on Tuesday, March 19, followed by a match against No. 12 Virginia Tech on Wednesday evening.

Bottom Line

The Hawks' defeat to Coppin State highlights the importance of timely hitting and defensive consistency in securing victories in future games, urging the team to focus on execution to bounce back in upcoming matchups.