The Central Connecticut softball team split victories with Merrimack in a doubleheader at CCSU Softball Field. Kaylee Whittaker suffered her sixth loss of the season in game one, while Liz Hamilton earned her ninth win in game two, propelling CCSU to a run-rule victory with 11 hits and 8 runs. Paige Stringer leads the Northeast Conference with 10 home runs this season.

By the Numbers
  • Kaylee Whittaker (CCSU) allowed 8 hits and 2 earned runs in 7.0 innings.
  • Liz Hamilton (CCSU) gave up just 2 hits with 1 walk in a shutout victory over Merrimack.
  • KC Machado led CCSU with 3 hits, 3 RBIs, and 2 home runs in game two.
  • The Blue Devils totaled 4 hits and 2 runs in game one, compared to 11 hits and 8 runs in game two.
State of Play
  • CCSU split the doubleheader with Merrimack, bringing their record to 22-12 (9-8 NEC).
  • The team is tied 4-4 in the all-time series with Merrimack after this split.
  • Paige Stringer's double-digit home run season contributes significantly to CCSU's offensive power.
What's Next

The Blue Devils will play the series finale on Senior Day, with the ceremony to honor seniors starting at 11:45 before the game at 12:00.

Bottom Line

Central Connecticut's split with Merrimack showcased both defeat and triumph, highlighting the team's resilience and offensive prowess, setting the stage for an exciting series finale on Senior Day.