The Fort Lewis College softball team split its doubleheader against Black Hills State University, losing the first game 5-3 but rebounding to take game two by the same score, highlighted by Carmen Alexander's grand slam. In game one, Black Hills secured victory with a strong outing from Kaitlyn Geschwill, while Fort Lewis led briefly thanks to key hits from Makenna Milliman and Alejandra Medina. Game two saw the Skyhawks claw back for a dramatic win, thanks to Alexander's game-winning home run, pushing their season tally to a total of eight. The split ties the teams 1-1 in their four-game series. Tomorrow, they will meet for the final doubleheader of the series.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Lewis leads the all-time series against Black Hills State 35-11.
  • Carmen Alexander hit her eighth home run of the season, including her second grand slam.
State of Play
  • Game one saw Fort Lewis briefly leading before Black Hills scored three in the fifth inning.
  • Carmen Alexander’s grand slam in game two shifted the momentum, turning a low-scoring affair into a win for the Skyhawks.
What's Next

The final two games of the series will take place tomorrow, April 25, starting at 11 a.m. This remains crucial for both teams as they vie for positioning in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

Bottom Line

Fort Lewis demonstrated resilience by bouncing back with a game-two win, driven by key performances from Alexander and Dietz. Tomorrow’s games hold significant implications for the team’s momentum heading into the conclusion of their season.