University of Southern Indiana Softball secured a 2-1 victory against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, clinching a series win for the Screaming Eagles after a pitcher's duel featuring Josie Newman and Sydney Baalman.

By the Numbers
  • USI recorded 10 hits in the game.
  • Newman achieved her 22nd complete game of the season, allowing one unearned run on five hits with two strikeouts.
Yes, But

Despite the solid performance, Southern Indiana was unable to extend their lead, with neither team scoring after the fourth inning.

State of Play
  • With the win, USI moved into a tie for fourth place in the Ohio Valley Conference standings at 12-9, reaching a .500 overall record of 18-18.
  • SIUE remains in eighth place in the conference with a 7-14 OVC record and a 15-29 overall record.
  • USI will have a non-conference game against Butler University before returning to OVC play.
What's Next

USI will play a single non-conference matchup against Butler University on Tuesday at 3 p.m. CT, in Indianapolis.

Bottom Line

The University of Southern Indiana Softball team's victory against SIUE propelled them to a series win, moving them up in the conference standings and reaching a .500 record for the season, setting a positive tone for their upcoming games.