The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
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Photo by: Ken Shepherd
Softball Drops Final Game Versus FIU
3/13/2022 1:52:00 PM | Softball
MIAMI- The UAB softball team fell 1-0 Sunday morning in the final game of a three-game series versus FIU.
The Blazers (14-10, 2-1) played solid defense and pitched well all game long, but were unable to get things going at bat, and ultimately got shut out.
UAB went three up-three down in its first turn at bat, and so did FIU (15-12, 1-2). The Blazers didn't get a hit in the second inning, and FIU got a runner across home plate in the bottom of the second, recording the game's only run.
UAB got a runner on base in the top of the third, but Lauren Brock was caught stealing at second to end the scoring opportunity.
The offensive deadlock continued through the next three innings, with neither team able to get anyone home.
The Blazers had their best opportunity to score in the top of the sixth, when Bella Wiggins got on base with a single, Tyler Armistead walked, and Faith Hegh reached on a single. Despite the loaded bases and just one out, Wiggins was thrown out at home, and Mackenzie Droddy was grounded out to end the Blazer's chance at bat.
The Panthers fought hard to add to the lead in the bottom of the sixth, but the Blazer defense remained strong, and prevented any runs despite a triple from FIU.
UAB had one final chance to score in the top of the seventh, but couldn't get home, despite getting two runners on base with a Jolie Readeaux single, and an error by FIU.
Sarah Cespedes (7-2) was given the loss despite a performance that saw her strikeout five FIU batters and allow only one run over 4.2 innings pitched.
UAB will play Colgate at 6:00 p.m. this Tuesday at Mary Bowers Field. This game is Taco Tuesday, when fans can receive free walking tacos while supplies last. It is also $2 Tuesday, when all tickets are $2. This offer cannot be pre-purchased.
Softball season tickets are available by purchasing the 2021-22 Gold Card for $65 here. The 2021-22 Gold Card will get you access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for Conference USA or NCAA Championship events.
UAB Softball single-game tickets are also on sale and can be purchased by clicking here or calling the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
For more information on the UAB softball team, follow @UAB_SB on Twitter and Instagram.
The Blazers (14-10, 2-1) played solid defense and pitched well all game long, but were unable to get things going at bat, and ultimately got shut out.
UAB went three up-three down in its first turn at bat, and so did FIU (15-12, 1-2). The Blazers didn't get a hit in the second inning, and FIU got a runner across home plate in the bottom of the second, recording the game's only run.
UAB got a runner on base in the top of the third, but Lauren Brock was caught stealing at second to end the scoring opportunity.
The offensive deadlock continued through the next three innings, with neither team able to get anyone home.
The Blazers had their best opportunity to score in the top of the sixth, when Bella Wiggins got on base with a single, Tyler Armistead walked, and Faith Hegh reached on a single. Despite the loaded bases and just one out, Wiggins was thrown out at home, and Mackenzie Droddy was grounded out to end the Blazer's chance at bat.
The Panthers fought hard to add to the lead in the bottom of the sixth, but the Blazer defense remained strong, and prevented any runs despite a triple from FIU.
UAB had one final chance to score in the top of the seventh, but couldn't get home, despite getting two runners on base with a Jolie Readeaux single, and an error by FIU.
Sarah Cespedes (7-2) was given the loss despite a performance that saw her strikeout five FIU batters and allow only one run over 4.2 innings pitched.
UAB will play Colgate at 6:00 p.m. this Tuesday at Mary Bowers Field. This game is Taco Tuesday, when fans can receive free walking tacos while supplies last. It is also $2 Tuesday, when all tickets are $2. This offer cannot be pre-purchased.
Softball season tickets are available by purchasing the 2021-22 Gold Card for $65 here. The 2021-22 Gold Card will get you access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for Conference USA or NCAA Championship events.
UAB Softball single-game tickets are also on sale and can be purchased by clicking here or calling the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
For more information on the UAB softball team, follow @UAB_SB on Twitter and Instagram.
Team Stats
Pitching:
W: Kendahl Dunford (5-4)
L: Cespedes, Sarah (7-2)
Base Running:
SB: Armistead, Tyler 1
CS: Brock, Lauren 1
Batting:
3B: Kayla Whitehead 1
Base Running:
RUNS: Venessa Gallegos 1
CS: Abigail Brown 1
HBP: Bailey Grossenbacher 1
Game Leaders
AB
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RBI
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Players Mentioned
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RHP
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