Penn State softball begins its 35th Big Ten season with a three-game series against No. 18 Oregon from March 13-15. The Nittany Lions enter the series after a recent 3-1 victory against Oregon State, marking their first-ever win in Oregon. Freshman third baseman Allison Oneacre is currently leading the team with a .392 batting average and 10 home runs. Streaming for the series will be available on B1G+ for authenticated subscribers, and tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

By the Numbers
  • Penn State is ranked No. 42 in the NCAA RPI as of March 11.
  • Allison Oneacre has a team-best 10 home runs and 37 RBI.
State of Play
  • Penn State currently has a record of 19-6 and is positioned 7th in the Big Ten Conference.
  • Oregon holds a record of 18-7 and is ranked No. 18 nationally.
What's Next

The Nittany Lions will look to not only improve their standing in the Big Ten but also seek their first-ever win against Oregon in this series. With two more games against Oregon after the opening match, they could set the tone for their conference season.

Bottom Line

This series against Oregon represents a critical opportunity for Penn State to establish its competitiveness in the Big Ten, especially as they aim for their first-ever victory against the Ducks in program history.