The Salem Tigers softball team's USCAA championship aspirations ended after a split doubleheader against top-seeded Penn State Brandywine. Despite a thrilling 8-7 victory in Game 1, Salem couldn't recover from an early deficit in Game 2, losing 5-3 and thus concluding their pursuit of the title.

By the Numbers
  • Salem won Game 1 with a score of 8-7.
  • Salem lost Game 2 with a score of 5-3.
  • Kayla Williams hit 2 home runs and accounted for 5 RBIs in Game 1.
  • Salem pitchers combined for 10 strikeouts over both games.
State of Play
  • Salem performed beyond expectations, defeating Penn State Brandywine in one game despite Brandywine's unbeaten record until then.
  • Salem finished the season with 18 wins and the title of national runner-up in the USCAA Small College World Series.
What's Next

Head Coach Steve Potts will look to build on this season's successes and address areas of improvement as the team prepares for the 2025 season. The team will aim to leverage their runner-up finish as motivation for future championship runs.

Bottom Line

Salem's impressive run in the USCAA Small College World Series showcases their potential and sets them up for future success. This season's results provide a solid foundation for continued development and ambition in the years ahead.