Penn State softball, led by pitcher Bridget Nemeth, fell to Michigan 2-0 in the series opener, marking their first loss against the Wolverines since 2022.

By the Numbers
  • Penn State's record dropped to 33-13 overall with an 11-7 record in Big Ten Conference competition.
  • Michigan improved to 35-14 overall and 14-3 in league competitions.
State of Play
  • Maddie Gordon led Penn State with a 1-for-3 performance, while Bridget Nemeth pitched a complete game but suffered the loss.
  • Penn State faces Michigan again in the next game of the series on Saturday.
What's Next

Penn State softball will continue their Big Ten Conference home series against Michigan, with the next game scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. (ET) at Nittany Lion Softball Park and Beard Field.

Bottom Line

Penn State's loss to Michigan marks a setback in their season, highlighting the competitive nature of Big Ten Conference play and the importance of regrouping for the upcoming games in the series.