Official Site of the Redbirds · Mar 12, 2022
Redbirds Split on Final Day of MTSU Invitational
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Illinois State (9-13) dropped its first game of the day 0-3 to Middle Tennessee (10-15), but the Redbirds rallied to win their final game of the MTSU Invitational against the Northern Iowa Panthers (8-10), besting them 8-3.
GAME ONE (Middle Tennessee)
BIRD BITS
Offensive Highlights:
Pitching Breakdown:
HOW IT HAPPENED
Two of Illinois State's four hits came in the first inning. Emme Olson started the Redbirds' off with a double down the right field line, followed by an infield single for Abby Knight. A fly ball to center field ending the inning before any runs could score.