Fairfield University Softball Clinches Extra-Inning Victory Against Manhattan College Led by Senior Pitcher Bailey Taylor
Fairfield University softball secures a 5-4 extra-inning victory over Manhattan College after scoring in five of the last six innings, marking their fourth win in five games against MAAC opponents and bringing them to a 6-6 conference play record.
By the Numbers- Sophomore pitcher Bailey Taylor earned her second win in as many days.
- Fairfield had a team-best ERA of 2.86.
Despite a strong performance, the bullpen had to be activated earlier than usual due to Manhattan's comeback in the fifth inning.
State of Play- Fairfield has won four of their last five games against MAAC opponents.
- The team is now at a .500 conference play record of 6-6.
Fairfield will continue MAAC play with a three-game series against Niagara University before a non-conference game against Yale University on April 17.
Bottom LineFairfield's softball team's recent victories against MAAC opponents have positioned them at a .500 conference play record, with key players like Bailey Taylor and strong offensive performances contributing to their success. The upcoming games against Niagara University and Yale University will test their momentum in the conference and beyond.
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