Softball Holds On For 11-9 Victory at Coastal Carolina as Southern Miss secures the win in a high-scoring game, maintaining a narrow lead in the seventh inning.

By the Numbers
  • Southern Miss had a season-high 15 hits, the most since April 23, 2022, against UTSA.
  • The Golden Eagles have recorded ten or more hits in a game for the tenth time this season.
  • Designated player Jana Lee led the team with three hits and three RBI.
  • Junior Ryanna Valdivia achieved a career-high three hits in the game.
  • Hannah Borden registered two hits, bringing her season total to a career-high of 48 hits.
Yes, But

Coastal Carolina managed to cut Southern Miss' lead to one with strategic plays, showcasing their resilience throughout the game.

State of Play
  • Southern Miss (17-19, 5-6 Sun Belt) maintained a lead against Coastal Carolina (22-16, 4-7 Sun Belt) throughout the latter half of the game.
  • The game concluded with Southern Miss securing a crucial win and forcing a rubber match in the series on Sunday.
  • Both teams displayed strong offensive capabilities with multiple runs scored in various innings.
What's Next

Southern Miss will wrap up its series against Coastal Carolina in the upcoming game at 10 a.m. CT, aiming to continue their competitive performance.

Bottom Line

Southern Miss' resilient performance and offensive prowess secured a crucial victory, setting the stage for an intense rubber match in the series against Coastal Carolina.