The IUPUI softball team suffered consecutive losses against Eastern Illinois, falling 18-3 and 10-3 in back-to-back games at home. In the first game, Eastern Illinois dominated with 16 hits, securing the win in five innings with a score of 18-3. The Panthers extended their lead early, scoring seven runs in the second inning. In the second game, IUPUI put up a fight but ultimately couldn't match Eastern Illinois, who sealed the win with four runs in the seventh inning.

By the Numbers
  • Eastern Illinois won the first game 18-3 with 16 hits compared to IUPUI's five.
  • In the second game, Eastern Illinois secured a 10-3 victory, with IUPUI recording 11 hits.
State of Play
  • Eastern Illinois displayed a dominant offense throughout both games, overpowering the IUPUI team.
  • IUPUI showed resilience but fell short in matching Eastern Illinois' strong performance.
What's Next

IUPUI will be heading to Oakland for their upcoming games starting on Friday, March 22 at 3:00 PM.

Bottom Line

The IUPUI softball team faced tough losses against Eastern Illinois, highlighting the challenges in matching their opponent's offensive prowess. Heading into the next games, IUPUI will need to regroup and focus on strategies to bounce back from these defeats.