SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The University of Jamestown softball team moved to 30-17 overall after splitting a conference doubleheader against the University of Sioux Falls on Friday at the Sanford Diamonds. The Jimmies demonstrated dominant pitching in a shutout victory during the nightcap after the Cougars' offense surged early to take the opener.
Game 1: Sioux Falls 10, Jamestown 5
In the opening contest, Sioux Falls secured a 10-5 victory. The Cougars jumped out to an 8-2 lead by the third inning which was highlighted by Charlie Pryor who hit a total of 4-RBIs, two in the first and two in the third. Jamestown however, showed signs of life early with a two-run home run from Maddie Spaeth in the first. Lauren Weigel added a solo home run in the fifth, and Spaeth delivered a two-RBI single in the seventh, but the deficit proved too large to overcome. Hope Ransome took the loss, while Abby Blair and Cienna Clemens provided relief.
Game 2: Jamestown 6, Sioux Falls 0
The nightcap was a complete reversal as the Jimmies cruised to a 6-0 shutout win. Aubrey Quern was in the circle, tossing a complete-game three-hitter and striking out seven Cougars to earn her 13th win of the season. The Jimmie offense supported her with a three-run third inning, highlighted by a two-RBI single from Natalie Draper. Jamestown added three insurance runs in the sixth, including a two-RBI single from Lauren Weigel. The Cougars were held scoreless throughout the contest. Their best opportunity came in the fourth inning when Emma Kristof doubled with one out, but she was stranded at third.
Up Next
The Jimmies continue their road trip tomorrow, Saturday, April 25, with a conference doubleheader against Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, MN. Game 1: 1:00 PM & Game 2: 3:00 PM