The University of Hartford softball team kicks off a series of six home games in four days by hosting AIC, with Hartford Hawks (13-6-1) facing American International College (9-13) on April 11 at 2:30 pm. Hartford's Mara Sczecienski leads the team with a .429/.438/.700 slash line and 21 RBI, while Olivia Wolk boasts a .393 batting average. The team has a 3.01 ERA, with standout performances from pitchers Gracie Hopkins (1.95 ERA) and Carly Mayhood (2.32 ERA).

By the Numbers
  • Graduate student Mara Sczecienski leads Hartford with a .429 batting average and 21 RBI.
  • Hartford's team ERA is 3.01, with freshman Gracie Hopkins boasting a 1.95 ERA.
  • Sophomore Gia Miccio is on a six-game hitting streak, raising her average from .267 to .360.
  • AIC has a team batting average of .291, with senior Kodi Gora leading with 20 RBI.
Yes, But

AIC comes into the game struggling, with a four-game losing streak and losses in seven of their last eight games, despite having several players hitting over .300.

State of Play
  • Hartford is gearing up to play six home games in four days, starting with the matchup against AIC.
  • AIC, despite their hitting prowess, is facing challenges with recent losses and a tough schedule ahead.
What's Next

Hartford will host doubleheaders against Endicott on Saturday and the University of New England on Sunday, with both games starting at noon.

Bottom Line

Hartford softball prepares for a home game stretch, showcasing strong performances from key players like Sczecienski and Wolk, while AIC struggles amid a series of losses despite their impressive hitting averages.