Radford softball faced a challenging match against #12 Virginia Tech, ultimately losing 7-2. Madison Sabo started strong but gave up a homer in the third, leading to a five-run inning for the Hokies. Radford made a comeback attempt in the third and seventh innings, scoring twice but failing to overcome Virginia Tech's lead. Morgan Cooper's solid pitching after entering the game limited the Hokies' scoring but wasn't enough to secure a win. The Highlanders will now shift focus to their Big South conference series against Longwood this weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Radford scored 2 runs while Virginia Tech scored 7 runs.
  • Madison Sabo pitched for 2 innings, allowing 1 run before Morgan Cooper took over and delivered 4.2 innings, giving up only 1 run.
State of Play
  • Radford struggled offensively early, failing to score until the third inning.
  • The Highlanders rallied in both the third and seventh innings but could not convert enough chances into runs.
What's Next

Radford will prepare for a critical three-game series against Longwood, starting Friday, April 10th. This matchup is crucial for their standing in the Big South conference.

Bottom Line

Despite solid defense and pitching, Radford needs to enhance its offensive production to compete against higher-ranked teams. The upcoming series against Longwood will be pivotal for demonstrating their capacity to bounce back.