In the first day of the series, the Black Hills State University softball team suffered two losses to Colorado Mesa University, with Colorado Mesa demonstrating their home run hitting prowess by hitting a total of 15 home runs in the doubleheader.

The Big Picture

The dominance of Colorado Mesa University in home run hitting showcased the strength of their softball team against Black Hills State University in the series opener.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado Mesa hit a total of 15 home runs in the doubleheader.
  • Shayla Tuschen (BHSU) recorded her 225th career strikeout as a Yellow Jacket.
State of Play
  • Colorado Mesa University displayed a formidable offensive performance, securing victories in both games of the series opener.
  • Black Hills State University faced challenges in containing Colorado Mesa's powerful hitting, resulting in significant runs scored by the opposition.
What's Next

Black Hills State University will complete the four-game series against Colorado Mesa University the following day at Riverdale Ridge High School in Thornton, Colorado.

Bottom Line

Colorado Mesa University's dominant home run hitting display propelled them to victories over Black Hills State University, highlighting the offensive strength of the former in the series opener.