USI Softball Endures Marathon 16-Inning Series Opener and Secures Victory at SIUE
University of Southern Indiana Softball played a record-breaking 16-inning game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, losing 2-1 in the opener before bouncing back with a 4-2 victory in the second game.
By the Numbers- Saturday's game marked the longest in USI Softball's Division I era.
- Junior pitcher Josie Newman set a career high with 15.2 innings pitched and 189 total pitches.
- USI improved to 17-18 on the season and 11-9 in the Ohio Valley Conference.
- USI endured a grueling 16-inning game, showcasing resilience and determination.
- The team split the doubleheader, showcasing a mix of struggle and success in the games.
- USI's pitchers demonstrated exceptional endurance and skill throughout the series.
The upcoming game on Sunday will determine the series winner between USI and SIUE at 1 p.m. local time.
Bottom LineUSI's marathon game against SIUE showcased their grit and ability to bounce back, setting the stage for an intense series decider on Sunday.
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