UT Tyler's softball team opened the Lone Star Conference Tournament with a decisive 10-2 victory over St. Mary's. After a scoreless start, the Patriots dominated offensively in the fourth inning, scoring six runs. Kendall Selitzky shined on the mound, achieving a perfect game for the first 4.1 innings before allowing two runs. Key contributions came from Kaylee Cavazos, who hit a two-RBI triple, and Kaelyn Lerma, who homered in the fifth inning. The Patriots will face No. 3 Angelo State in the semifinals on Friday.

By the Numbers
  • Kendall Selitzky pitched six innings, allowing four hits and two runs while striking out two.
  • UT Tyler scored a total of ten runs, with four players contributing two RBIs each.
State of Play
  • UT Tyler is the No. 2 seed in the tournament and showed strong performance against their first-round opponent.
  • The win sets the stage for a semifinal matchup against No. 3 Angelo State, highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament.
What's Next

The Patriots are poised to carry their momentum into the semifinals, aiming for a win against Angelo State to advance to the championship game. Keeping up their offensive prowess and solid pitching will be critical for success.

Bottom Line

With a robust lineup and impressive pitching, UT Tyler is looking strong in the LSC Tournament, and their ability to maintain this performance could lead them toward a championship title.