California (PA) Softball Loses 9-8 to IUP in PSAC West Showdown
The California (PA) softball team fell to IUP with a 9-8 walk-off loss in a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West play, concluding a game postponed due to weather last month.
By the Numbers- California's overall record is 20-18 with a 17-12 record in league action.
- IUP's season record stands at 26-22 with a 12-16 mark in conference play.
- Cal has won nine of the last 11 meetings against IUP since 2021.
- Caleigh Rister recorded three hits, one RBI, and two runs scored.
- Shayna Postler contributed two hits, one RBI, and one run scored.
The Vulcans initially led 8-5 but lost the game due to errors that allowed IUP to capitalize in the seventh inning.
State of Play- California (PA) softball team has a 20-18 overall record.
- IUP has a season record of 26-22 with a 12-16 mark in conference play.
- The Vulcans will conclude their regular season on Friday, April 26, hosting Edinboro at Lilley Field on Senior Day.
The Vulcans will play their final regular-season games against Edinboro on Friday, with a doubleheader starting at 2:30 p.m.
Bottom LineDespite leading, the California (PA) softball team suffered a heartbreaking 9-8 loss to IUP, highlighting the impact of errors in a competitive game.
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