The Nicholls State University softball team faced off against No. 2 McNeese and fell short in a close 6-5 contest but rebounded strong to defeat No. 7 Stephen F. Austin 11-1 in a decisive elimination game. The Colonels' tournament run continues as they advance to the championship round where they must defeat McNeese twice to qualify for next weekend's Southland championship series. The first game of the championship will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday at Cowgirl Diamond.

By the Numbers
  • Colonels scored 11 runs off 12 hits in Game 2 against Stephen F. Austin.
  • Claire Sisco went 3-for-3 with two RBIs in the victory over SFA.
State of Play
  • Nicholls is currently 31-22 and will face McNeese again on Sunday.
  • McNeese leads the tournament with a record of 37-19.
What's Next

The Colonels must secure two wins against McNeese on Sunday to clinch a spot in the Southland championship series. If they find success, it will set the stage for a pivotal matchup against the winner of the Hammond Bracket.

Bottom Line

For the Colonels, perseverance is key; they must capitalize on their momentum from the convincing win over SFA while strategizing ways to overcome the strong McNeese team to advance in the tournament.