The Vallimont sisters, Michaleigh and Lilly, faced off for the first time as Michaleigh's Central Michigan softball team fell to Michigan. Michigan secured a 5-0 victory, with strong pitching performances from Erin Hoehn and Madelyn Wallace for the Wolverines and Mackenzie Langan for Central Michigan.

By the Numbers
  • Michigan defeated Central Michigan 5-0 in the softball game.
  • Mackenzie Langan pitched 3 and 1/3 innings, facing 11 batters and recording 2 strikeouts.
Yes, But

The emotional significance of the game between the Vallimont sisters adds a layer of complexity to the competition.

State of Play
  • Michigan secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Central Michigan in the softball game.
  • Central Michigan's freshman class showed promise despite the loss, with all four freshmen recording hits during the game.
What's Next

Central Michigan softball will return to Margo Jonker Stadium to host Buffalo in a Mid-American Conference series on Friday. The upcoming game is the program's Autism Acceptance game, encouraging fans to wear gold for support.

Bottom Line

The battle between the Vallimont sisters added heartfelt moments to the intense competition as Central Michigan fell to Michigan. Despite the loss, the freshman class showed promise, setting the stage for an emotional return to Margo Jonker Stadium for the upcoming match against Buffalo.