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Softball Drops Series Finale at UCF
4/30/2023 2:00:00 PM | Softball
Cougars wrapped up their regular-season road schedule on Sunday
ORLANDO, Fla. – The University of Houston softball team concluded its 2023 road schedule with a 4-0 loss to UCF on Sunday at UCF Softball Complex.
Sarah Willis (14-3) tossed her second complete game of the weekend for UCF (33-19, 12-3) to earn the victory. Kenna Wilkey (14-13) threw five innings in the circle for Houston (19-27, 6-9) to pick up the loss.
Game Highlights:
· With her start in the nine-spot of the lineup today, senior Paige Hulsey has made a start in every position in the batting order this season.
· Senior Kati Ray Brown caught her fourth runner of the year stealing. It was also her second runner caught stealing of the weekend.
Player Highlights:
· Baylea Myers: 1-1
· LA Matthews: 1-3
Key Innings
1st | The Knights jumped out to an early lead as Chloe Evans tripled home a run in the first inning to put UCF up 1-0.
4th | UCF added a pair of runs to its lead in the fourth. With a pair of runners in scoring positon, Kennedy Searcy singled to drive them both home and extend the Knights' lead to 3-0.
5th | UCF capped the scoring in the fifth, as a groundout with the bases loaded plated a runner to end the scoring at 4-0, giving UCF the win as Willis shut the door in the sixth and seventh innings.
UP NEXT
Houston plays its final nonconference game of the season with Texas A&M visiting Cougar Softball Stadium on Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. and the game will be streamed on ESPN+.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase Houston Softball tickets by calling 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) or by clicking here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN the DIAMOND CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Softball program by joining the Diamond Club. To find out more information about the Diamond Club, click here or call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Softball. Fans also can follow the team on Instagram at @UHCougarSB.
Sarah Willis (14-3) tossed her second complete game of the weekend for UCF (33-19, 12-3) to earn the victory. Kenna Wilkey (14-13) threw five innings in the circle for Houston (19-27, 6-9) to pick up the loss.
Game Highlights:
· With her start in the nine-spot of the lineup today, senior Paige Hulsey has made a start in every position in the batting order this season.
· Senior Kati Ray Brown caught her fourth runner of the year stealing. It was also her second runner caught stealing of the weekend.
Player Highlights:
· Baylea Myers: 1-1
· LA Matthews: 1-3
Key Innings
1st | The Knights jumped out to an early lead as Chloe Evans tripled home a run in the first inning to put UCF up 1-0.
4th | UCF added a pair of runs to its lead in the fourth. With a pair of runners in scoring positon, Kennedy Searcy singled to drive them both home and extend the Knights' lead to 3-0.
5th | UCF capped the scoring in the fifth, as a groundout with the bases loaded plated a runner to end the scoring at 4-0, giving UCF the win as Willis shut the door in the sixth and seventh innings.
UP NEXT
Houston plays its final nonconference game of the season with Texas A&M visiting Cougar Softball Stadium on Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. and the game will be streamed on ESPN+.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase Houston Softball tickets by calling 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) or by clicking here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN the DIAMOND CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Softball program by joining the Diamond Club. To find out more information about the Diamond Club, click here or call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Softball. Fans also can follow the team on Instagram at @UHCougarSB.
Team Stats
Pitching:
W: Sarah Willis (14-3)
L: Wilkey, Kenna (14-13)
Batting:
SH: Coleman, Turiya 1
Base Running:
SB: Hulsey, Paige 1
Batting:
2B: Aubrey Evans 1
3B: Chloe Evans 1
RBI: Kennedy Searcy 2 ; Chloe Evans 1 ; Micaela Macario 1
SH: Carson Frier 1
Base Running:
RUNS: Aubrey Evans 1 ; Katie Burge 1 ; Micaela Macario 1 ; Nehanda Lewis 1
SB: Katie Burge 1
CS: Johneisha Rowe 1
HBP: Jada Cody 1
Game Leaders
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AB
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H
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RBI
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