YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – Failing to capitalize on opportunities came around to bite the Eastern Michigan University softball team Tuesday, April 12, against Oakland University. The Eagles (14-23, 4-6 MAC) left 11 runners on base in the contest, eventually falling to the Golden Grizzlies (8-19, 3-2 Horizon League), 6-5, at Varsity Field.
Junior Abbie Minsker (Howell, Mich.-Hartland) came away with the loss, tossing 1.0 innings. Minsker issued three walks and fanned one but surrendered three runs, putting the Eagles in a hole early. Freshman Nicolle Miranda (Wilmington, Calif.-Port of Los Angeles) entered the game in relief, striking out five over 6.