Michigan State Softball Beats Illinois in 6-5 Thriller, Liv Grey Shines
Michigan State softball, with members of the 2004 B1G Tournament Championship team present, secured a 6-5 victory over Illinois on Alumni Day, improving to 16-27 while the Illini fell to 17-26.
By the Numbers- Senior Liv Grey pitched her seventh complete game, allowing two earned runs over seven innings.
- Illinois scattered 10 hits and left 13 runners on base.
- Junior Macy Lee led MSU with two RBI, and six Spartans recorded hits.
- Spartans committed five errors, but Sydney Doloszycki and Hannah Hawley provided extra-base hits.
The Spartan defense committed five errors during the game, providing opportunities for Illinois.
State of Play- Michigan State is battling Iowa, Illinois, and Maryland for a spot in the 2024 B1G Tournament.
- Senior Liv Grey's pitching performance was crucial in securing the victory.
Michigan State and Illinois will conclude their series on Sunday, April 21 at 1:00 p.m.
Bottom LineMichigan State softball's victory over Illinois, with Alumni present, keeps them in contention for a spot in the B1G Tournament despite defensive errors, showcasing a resilient performance.
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