Texas State softball (37-13, 13-6 Sun Belt Conference) lost to Southern Miss (21-24, 9-10 Sun Belt Conference) 9-3 in the first game of the series, with the Golden Eagles capitalizing on fielding errors to secure the win. Despite a strong start by the Bobcats, Southern Miss took control with key plays, including a homerun by Hannah Borden in the fourth inning.

By the Numbers
  • Texas State's record: 37-13
  • Southern Miss' record: 21-24
State of Play
  • Texas State will aim to bounce back in game two of the series
  • Senior pitchers Jessica Mullins and Karsen Pierce combined for seven strikeouts
  • Southern Miss' junior pitcher, Holly Craft, delivered five strikeouts and limited Texas State to four hits
What's Next

Texas State looks to level the series in the upcoming game against Southern Miss at USM Softball Complex in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

Bottom Line

Texas State Softball faces a tough loss in the first game against Southern Miss, highlighting the importance of minimizing fielding errors and capitalizing on opportunities to secure victories in the upcoming games.