Despite an early lead by Kansas City, South Dakota State's dominant performance led to an 11-1 victory in five innings, fueled by multi-run innings in the first, second, and fourth.

By the Numbers
  • The Roos managed only four hits in the game, tying with North Dakota for the most hits against Kniesche during conference play.
  • It was the first game since February that Kansas City didn't record a single strikeout, contrasting with their usual 3.7 strikeouts per game average.
State of Play
  • Kansas City had a tough day struggling against South Dakota State's strong offense and the challenging wind conditions.
  • The loss marked a significant setback for the Roos in the season, now standing at 14-24 overall and 3-6 in the conference.
  • Despite the defeat, the team showed moments of promise, particularly with early offensive plays that gave them a brief lead.
What's Next

Kansas City will return home for their final home game of the season against Missouri State, looking to bounce back from this tough loss and finish the season on a positive note.

Bottom Line

South Dakota State's overpowering performance overshadowed Kansas City's efforts, highlighting the Roos' need to regroup and finish the season strong in upcoming matchups.