No. 22 Oklahoma Christian softball edged out top-seed Colorado Christian 6-5 to advance to the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Championship Game. Madi Drummond's impressive hitting, including a two-RBI triple and an RBI double, was instrumental in securing the victory. Starting pitcher Ella Resendiz performed admirably for 5.1 innings before Jill Dickson closed the game, maintaining the lead with crucial strikeouts. This win marks Oklahoma Christian's crucial success as they seek to continue their playoff run in the championship. The team will now face the next challenger from the losers bracket in hopes of advancing further.

By the Numbers
  • Oklahoma Christian's hitters combined for 28 hits over the last 48 hours, their highest two-game total in over two months.
  • Madi Drummond achieved her first multi-hit game since April 19, going 2-for-3 with 3 RBIs.
State of Play
  • Oklahoma Christian is 41-14 overall and 30-10 in the LSC after this victory.
  • The Eagles await a matchup against one of three teams still in contention: Colorado Christian, UT Tyler, or St. Mary's.
What's Next

The Eagles will compete in the South Central Regional Championship Game on Saturday, May 16, needing just one win to secure a spot in the Super Regionals. Their upcoming opponent will be determined from the losers bracket, increasing the stakes for the next matchup.

Bottom Line

The strong collaborative effort from the team, especially Drummond's standout performance and the reliable pitching of Dickson, sets a promising outlook as Oklahoma Christian aims for a successful continuation of their postseason journey.