The Saginaw Valley State University softball team split with Ohio Dominican, concluding their trip to Ohio with a 3-3 record. They won the first game 5-3, courtesy of a 4-run fourth inning, while Ohio Dominican claimed the second game 6-2.

By the Numbers
  • Emily Depew (W, 6-4) secured a win for SVSU in game one with a seven-inning, five-strikeout performance.
  • Paige Kolinski, Leah Denome, and Emma Helvie all contributed doubles in the pivotal fourth inning of game one.
  • ODU pushed back in the fifth inning, scoring three runs, but SVSU held on for the victory.
  • Alyssa Muench's strong pitching closed out game two with no hits or runs allowed, despite the 6-2 loss.
  • Katelyn Pnacek's solo home run added a late run for SVSU in game two.
State of Play
  • Saginaw Valley State University concluded their three-day trip to Ohio with a split against Ohio Dominican, ending with a 3-3 record.
  • Emily Depew's standout pitching performance in game one helped secure the 5-3 win for the Cardinals.
  • The Cardinals will kick off Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) play on Saturday, March 23, with a doubleheader against Ferris State.
What's Next

The Saginaw Valley State University softball team will commence GLIAC play with a doubleheader against Ferris State on Saturday, March 23.

Bottom Line

The Saginaw Valley State University softball team's split against Ohio Dominican showcases a promising start to the season, with key players delivering strong performances ahead of their upcoming GLIAC games.