Missouri State Softball suffered a heartbreaking 6-5 walk-off loss to Evansville in the series opener despite a strong start with early runs and solid defense.

By the Numbers
  • Missouri State's Annie Mueller hit her 15th home run of the season, breaking the school's single-season record.
  • Kenzie Derryberry added a solo home run, her second of the season, to extend the Bears' lead.
Yes, But

Missouri State was unable to maintain their lead as Evansville staged a comeback, scoring in the final three innings to secure the win.

State of Play
  • Missouri State holds a 14-29 overall record and 10-12 in the MVC, while Evansville stands at 15-30 overall and 10-12 in the MVC.
  • The two teams will face off in game two of the series tomorrow at 2:00 p.m., streaming on ESPN+.
What's Next

The Bears will look to bounce back and secure a win in the upcoming game to even the series against Evansville.

Bottom Line

Despite a record-breaking performance by Mueller, Missouri State's softball team faces a tough loss in the series opener against Evansville, highlighting the importance of maintaining momentum throughout the game.