FIU Softball squandered a 3-0 lead, allowing Sam Houston to score four runs in the bottom of the sixth inning, resulting in a heartbreaking 4-3 loss in the series opener.

By the Numbers
  • FIU finished with 6 hits, including a double by Abigail Brown.
  • FIU starter Jewelie Vanderkous gave up 2 runs and 4 hits over 5 innings.
  • Alina Varga (FIU) took the loss, allowing 2 runs and 2 hits in 2 relief innings. Amy Abke (Sam Houston) earned the win.
State of Play
  • FIU (18-27, 5-14 CUSA) will face Sam Houston (18-27, 6-13 CUSA) again on April 27 at 1 p.m. ET for the continuation of the series.
Bottom Line

The FIU Softball team let a promising lead slip away against Sam Houston, highlighting the need to maintain composure and momentum to secure victories in critical games.