Lindsay Gerber, CMUChippewas.com
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. - Mason Kalina delivered in the clutch and Taylor Weaver did the job out of the bullpen on Wednesday as the Central Michigan softball team topped Valparaiso, 8-3, in its home opener at Margo Jonker Stadium.
The win broke a four-game losing streak and lifted the Chippewas to 10-15. The Crusaders fell to 14-12.
IN THE CIRCLE
Hannah Warren started for CMU, allowing three runs (none earned) on four hits and striking out two over 2 2/3 innings. Weaver (1-5) went the final 4 1/3 innings, allowing just two hits.