The Daily Cougar · Apr 15, 2019
Softball evens up conference record by sweeping UConn
Freshman Rachel Hertenberger threw her first full seven-inning game in Houston’s 2-1 win over UConn to get the sweep and improve to 6-6 in the American Athletic Conference. | Andres Chio/The CougarAfter a tough opening stretch in the American Athletic Conference, Houston got back to .500 with three wins over Connecticut.
“I love the way the girls responded today. It’s not easy winning three in a row. Probably could have done a little better this game, but we found a way to win,” said head coach Kristin Vesely.
The series started out with a short game, as the Cougars run-ruled the Huskies 9-0 in five innings.