It was a bitter weekend for fans of Ole Miss softball as head coach Mike Smith and his team were swept by the top-ranked Florida Gators. The Rebels were shutout the entire weekend in Gainesville, connecting on just seven hits over three games.
While the Gators’ defensive domination put a stop to any and all Ole Miss hitting throughout the weekend, the Rebels’ own pitching and fielding prowess severely limited Florida’s juggernaut-level offense. The pitching showdowns each game proved that Ole Miss has the ability to compete with the best, but there is plenty of room left for improvement.