Griffon Softball (24-13, 5-9 MIAA) faces a crucial homestand against two highly-ranked opponents this weekend, starting with No. 10 Missouri Southern (33-5, 8-2 MIAA) on Friday and followed by No. 4 Pittsburg State (37-2, 9-1 MIAA) on Saturday. The games will take place at the MWSU Spring Sports Complex and will be broadcasted via the Griffon Sports Network and MIAA Network. The Griffons are coming off a tough weekend where they were swept by No. 18 Central Oklahoma, highlighting a need for improvement heading into these matchups.

By the Numbers
  • Griffon Softball has hit 35 home runs this season, the second most in the MIAA.
  • Ashlyn Finarty leads the team with 11 home runs, ranked third in the MIAA.
State of Play
  • MWSU seeks to rebound from a sweep against UCO, where they lost 3-2 and 7-6.
  • With a 24-13 overall record, the Griffons aim to improve their MIAA standing against tough competition.
What's Next

If the Griffons can secure wins against their ranked opponents, they will strengthen their position in the MIAA standings. Additionally, the team will aim to build momentum heading into the remainder of the season and the conference tournament.

Bottom Line

This weekend is pivotal for the Griffon Softball team; a successful series against top-tier teams could define their season trajectory and positioning for the MIAA tournament.