Niagara defeated Quinnipiac in the first two games of their three-game series, outscoring them 12-1 with a 1-0 win in game one and an 11-1 victory in game two. Maddie Hickingbottom's pitching prowess led to the shutout in game one, while a strong offensive performance propelled Niagara to victory in game two.

By the Numbers
  • Niagara improves to 18-17 overall and 9-5 in MAAC play.
  • Quinnipiac falls to 16-17 overall and 6-8 in league action.
  • Hickingbottom recorded five strikeouts in game one.
  • Niagara is now 11-13 all-time against Quinnipiac.
  • Three Purple Eagles had multi-hit games in game two.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities were reported.

State of Play
  • Niagara has won the first two games and aims for a series sweep on April 21.
  • Niagara Softball's strong performance positions them well in the league standings.
What's Next

Niagara will play the final game against Quinnipiac on April 21 at 11 a.m., seeking to complete the sweep.

Bottom Line

Niagara's dominant victories against Quinnipiac showcase their pitching strength and offensive firepower, positioning them for success in the remainder of the series and the league standings.