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Redbirds Extend Win Streak to Five with Wins over Coastal Carolina, FAU

BOCA RATON, Fla. – The Illinois State softball team (8-3) wrapped up action at the FAU Parents' Weekend Tournament on Sunday, securing a pair of wins over Coastal Carolina (6-6) and the tournament host Owls (3-15).

The Redbirds opened the day with a 12-5 victory over Coastal Carolina, before besting Florida Atlantic in extra innings, 5-4, in the nightcap.

BIRD BITS – Game 1 vs. Coastal Carolina (W, 12-5)

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BY THE NUMBERS / KEY INNINGS – Game 1 vs. Coastal Carolina (W, 12-5)

  • A double delivered by Mack Leonard in the first at-bat set the tone for a seven-run opening frame for the Redbirds.