Ball State Softball Wins 7-6 Thriller, Mathews’ Home Run Secures Victory
Ball State softball team secures a thrilling 7-6 victory over Akron in their final home game of the season, with senior Kaitlyn Mathews hitting a game-changing three-run home run.
By the Numbers- Francys King earns her first save of the season with a crucial final pitch with bases loaded.
- Alyssa Stramaglia gets the win, allowing only two hits and two runs over the fifth and sixth innings.
- McKenna Mulholland contributes with an RBI single and a two-run double, while McKayla Timmons adds a crucial RBI double.
- Ball State (22-24; 9-11 MAC) finishes their home portion of the season with a win, while Akron (20-25; 8-10 MAC) fights hard in a crucial league series.
- Mathews' performance in her final home game highlights the Cardinals' offensive prowess.
- The team faces a non-conference game against Purdue next, marking the end of their scheduled non-conference matchups for the season.
The Ball State softball team ends their home season with a nail-biting victory, showcasing their offensive strength and resilience ahead of their final scheduled non-conference game.
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