Lindenwood Softball secured a 4-1 victory over Morehead State in their Friday game, achieving their 26th win of the season and 15th in the Ohio Valley Conference. Tori Hatton and Jolie McMinn each produced two RBIs, helping to turn an early deficit into a win. Ava Risum excelled on the mound, allowing just four hits in her first career complete game. The Lions scored insurance runs in the fifth inning to solidify their lead, despite a delay in the second game due to a bee swarm. The second game will resume Saturday at 10:30 AM, followed by the third game approximately 30 minutes later.

By the Numbers
  • Lindenwood's record improves to 26-22 with a 15-10 OVC standing.
  • Ava Risum's first complete game featured 3 strikeouts and only 4 hits allowed over 7 innings.
State of Play
  • The second game was interrupted by a bee swarm in the top of the second inning.
  • Game two will resume on Saturday morning at 10:30 AM, with game three to follow.
What's Next

The team aims to continue their momentum into Saturday's doubleheader, with a focus on solidifying their conference standing and improving their overall performance ahead of the playoffs.

Bottom Line

Lindenwood's strong offensive performance and stellar pitching position them well for the upcoming games, making it critical to maintain their energy and focus in order to secure a successful series against Morehead State.