Georgetown University’s softball team secured a solid 4-0 shutout against Butler in the first game of their BIG EAST series. With this victory, the Hoyas boosted their overall record to 15-17 and achieved an even 8-8 in conference play. Butler fell to 17-17 overall and 9-7 in the league. Key performances included Catherine Larson, who threw a complete game gem, striking out eight batters, and Gabby Park, who had three hits and scored two runs.

By the Numbers
  • Catherine Larson recorded 8 strikeouts and allowed just 4 hits in a complete game.
  • Georgetown had 9 hits and scored 4 runs, while Butler managed only 1 hit after the first inning.
State of Play
  • Georgetown's offense came alive early with a 2-run first inning and continued to capitalize on Butler's errors.
  • Butler struggled to convert scoring opportunities, managing only one hit in the last six innings.
What's Next

The Hoyas will continue their series against Butler, aiming for another win in the second game at their home field. The team will look to leverage their current momentum to secure the series victory.

Bottom Line

Georgetown’s strong pitching and timely hitting were key in securing the shutout, emphasizing the team's potential heading into the remainder of the series. Maintaining this level of performance will be crucial for their playoff aspirations.