Utah State Softball Defeated by New Mexico Despite Early Lead Clash
Utah State softball dropped the first game of a three-game series against New Mexico, with a final score of 9-6 in favor of New Mexico. Utah State started strong with a three-run first inning, including a home run by Ariel Fifita and a triple by Jaden Colunga. Despite efforts by Giselle Gonzalez and Kya Pratt, New Mexico rallied with five runs in the fourth inning to take the lead.
By the Numbers- Utah State had 7 hits, while New Mexico had 9 hits in the game.
- Ariel Fifita led Utah State with a 3-for-3 batting performance.
- Utah State (22-23, 5-12 MW) will continue the three-game series against New Mexico.
- The next game is scheduled for 1 p.m. in Albuquerque.
Utah State will play the second game of the series against New Mexico following the loss.
Bottom LineDespite a strong start, Utah State softball faced a defeat in the first game of the series against New Mexico, needing to regroup for the upcoming games.
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