SMSU softball team drops NSIC opening series to Bemidji State, losing both games 5-3 and 3-1 at the ASB Sports Complex in Sioux Center, Iowa, after the series was relocated due to poor weather conditions. SMSU initially took the lead in the first game but couldn't maintain it, with Bemidji State rallying to win both encounters.

The Big Picture

The SMSU softball team faced a challenging start to their NSIC campaign, playing competitively but ultimately falling short against Bemidji State, highlighting the team's resilience despite the losses.

By the Numbers
  • SMSU recorded a total of 15 hits across both games against Bemidji State.
  • Bemidji State capitalized on seven two-strike count hits to secure their victories over SMSU.
State of Play
  • SMSU's record stands at 9-16, with a tough 0-2 start in the NSIC.
  • The team will face Minnesota Crookston next in a doubleheader, aiming to bounce back from their losses against Bemidji State.
What's Next

SMSU will look to regroup and recover as they prepare to take on Minnesota Crookston in their upcoming doubleheader, seeking to secure their first NSIC victories of the season.

Bottom Line

SMSU's softball team faced a tough start in the NSIC, dropping their opening series to Bemidji State, but there is an opportunity for redemption in the upcoming games against Minnesota Crookston.