Savannah State Softball Wins 11-Inning Thriller 9-8 Against Miles, Neveah Ford Scores Game-Winning Run
Savannah State secures a 9-8 victory over Miles in an 11-inning game, with Neveah Ford scoring the winning run in the bottom of the 11th inning at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium on March 13, 2024.
The Big PictureThis win propels Savannah State to a 9-13 record, 5-4 in the SIAC, showcasing their resilience in a back-and-forth game.
By the Numbers- Savannah State finished the game with 11 hits and one error, leaving eight runners on base.
- Miles collected 13 hits, left seven on base, and made three errors.
- Miles initially led 6-2, but Savannah State clawed back with key runs in the fifth and sixth innings.
- The game saw a dramatic turn with SSU scoring three runs in the seventh to tie the game and eventually claim victory in the 11th inning.
SSU will conclude the SIAC Roundup with matches against Tuskegee and Lane on March 14, looking to carry the momentum from this thrilling win.
Bottom LineSavannah State's hard-fought win against Miles exemplifies their tenacity and ability to rally back, setting a solid foundation for upcoming challenges in the tournament.
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