The No. 21 Kentucky Softball team suffered a 3-0 loss to South Carolina, marking the first shutout for Kentucky this season and the first series loss to South Carolina since 2015.

By the Numbers
  • UK managed just five hits off Sage Mardjetko.
  • South Carolina's Sage Mardjetko recorded a complete-game shutout with 2 walks and 7 strikeouts.
Yes, But

This loss puts Kentucky and South Carolina in a tie for 10th place in the SEC standings with both teams at 8-13 in the league.

State of Play
  • Kentucky is now 30-18 for the season while South Carolina improves to 32-17.
  • Both teams are tied with Alabama for 10th place in the SEC with 8 wins each.
  • The SEC Network will broadcast Kentucky's upcoming game against No. 3 Tennessee on Thursday night.
What's Next

Kentucky will conclude the SEC season in Knoxville before heading to Auburn, Alabama for the SEC Tournament.

Bottom Line

Kentucky Softball faced their first shutout of the season in a 3-0 loss to South Carolina, impacting their standing in the SEC and setting the stage for an important upcoming series against Tennessee.