UNI softball secured a series victory with an 8-5 win over UIC, led by Anna Wischnowski's complete game and Savanna Jemilo's three-RBI performance, marking a historic 487th coaching victory for coach Ryan Jacobs.

By the Numbers
  • Jacobs earned his 487th coaching victory, moving him to 8th place on the MVC all-time wins list.
  • Jemilo hit her first collegiate home run and had a three-RBI game.
State of Play
  • UNI has won four consecutive games going into the series finale on Sunday.
  • The Panthers have not yet swept an MVC opponent this season but have a chance to do so against the Flames on Sunday.
What's Next

The Panthers will conclude their series against the Flames at 12 p.m. on Sunday, with the game airing on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

UNI softball's victory, highlighted by standout performances and a coaching milestone, sets the stage for an exciting series finale with the opportunity to sweep an MVC opponent.