The University of Minnesota Duluth softball team is gearing up for their first home games of the season with a doubleheader against Minnesota Crookston on Wednesday at Griggs Field inside James S. Malosky Stadium.

By the Numbers
  • UMD holds a perfect 19-0 record against Minnesota Crookston over the last nine seasons.
  • In their recent encounter, UMD secured a 7-1 victory, with senior Julia Gronholz making significant offensive contributions and senior pitcher Lauren Dixon delivering a strong performance.
State of Play
  • UMD currently stands at 25-12 overall and 6-6 in the season, with players like Kiana Bender, Nicole Schmitt, and Lauren Dixon leading in various statistical categories within the NSIC.
  • The team recently faced Concordia, St. Paul, experiencing a close 2-3 loss in the first game and a 5-6 defeat in the second game.
Bottom Line

The University of Minnesota Duluth softball team is poised to continue their successful run as they face Minnesota Crookston in their home opener, with key players like Kiana Bender and Lauren Dixon leading the team both offensively and defensively.