NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State softball (20-16, 10-2 MVC) fell 5-4 in a hard-fought loss to Missouri State (19-16, 10-3 MVC) to even the series on Saturday afternoon.
The Redbirds took their first loss at home this season and snapped an 11-game win streak in the loss to the Bears. The rubber match is set for noon CT on Sunday, Apr. 9 at Marian Kneer Stadium.
BIRDS BITS
Offensive Highlights:
- Delainey Bryant, 2-for-4, 2B, HR, RBI, R
- Dayna Kennedy: 2-for-3, HR, 2 RBI, R
- Jayden Standish: 2-for-4
- Addison Masching: 1-for-3, BB, RBI
Pitching Breakdown:
- Hannah Meeks: 2.