In a tough loss, Utah Valley's 7th-inning rally was cut short as Iowa State triumphed 4-2 at Wolverine Softball Field, despite Saige Nielsen's first home run as a Wolverine.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Valley's record: 17-25
  • Iowa State's record: 17-25
  • Avery Sapp's pitching: 4.1 innings, 2 earned runs, 5 strikeouts
Yes, But

The valiant effort by Libbie Hawker fell short as Iowa State managed to close out the game after an 11-pitch battle in the seventh inning.

State of Play
  • Iowa State secured the win with a strong performance and timely hits.
  • Utah Valley will face Weber State next in a bid to bounce back from this loss.
What's Next

Utah Valley looks to regroup as they prepare for a non-conference game against Weber State, aiming to break the current tie in their season series.

Bottom Line

Despite a late surge, Utah Valley's efforts fell short against Iowa State, highlighting the importance of consistent performance throughout the game in securing victories.