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Softball Drops Series Finale to rv/rv Kansas
3/24/2024 3:25:00 PM | Softball
Jayhawks outlast Cougars in pitching duel on Sunday
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Softball team kept it close with rv/rv Kansas, but ultimately fell to the Jayhawks in the series finale, 2-1, on Sunday afternoon at Cougar Softball Stadium.
Paris Lehman (5-4) received the loss for Houston (19-12, 2-7 Big 12) in the circle, allowing two runs in three innings in her eighth start of the season. Kasey Hamilton (9-5) picked up the complete-game victory for Kansas (22-8-1, 7-2 Big 12).
Player Highlights
Game Highlights
Key Innings
2nd | Houston struck first with a run in the home half of the second. A pair of singles and a walk loaded the bases and sophomore Mandy Esman forced home a run with a groundout to put the Cougars up, 1-0.
3rd | Kansas answered the Houston offense quickly. A double, single and wild pitch resulted in a pair of runners in scoring position with none out. A single scored the first Jayhawk and advanced the other to third and with runners on the corners, a double-steal plated the second for Kansas.
7th | Stuck at a 2-1 deficit after the third, the Cougars looked to walk it off in the bottom of the seventh. After loading the bases with only one out, junior Lair Beautae grounded into a double play to end the game, clinching a 2-1 win for Kansas.
UP NEXT
Houston remains at home on Tuesday for a midweek tilt against Prairie View A&M. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Big 12 Now on ESPN+.
BUY TICKETS
Tickets for the 2024 softball season are available now. This year's home slate features 30 games, including five Big 12 Conference series. Season tickets cost $120, or just $4 per game, and include all neutral site games at Cougar Softball Stadium. Click here to ensure you don't miss any of the action during the Cougars' inaugural season in the Big 12 Conference!
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Softball by supporting LinkingCoogs – UH's very own NIL collective – and by joining the Diamond Club which provides financial support directly to Houston Softball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSB on X, formerly known as 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.
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Paris Lehman (5-4) received the loss for Houston (19-12, 2-7 Big 12) in the circle, allowing two runs in three innings in her eighth start of the season. Kasey Hamilton (9-5) picked up the complete-game victory for Kansas (22-8-1, 7-2 Big 12).
Player Highlights
- Shelby Smith: 1-2, R, BB; 4.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 3 SO, 1 BB
- Turiya Coleman: 1-3, 2B
- Kayley Prudhomme: 1-1
Game Highlights
- Junior Turiya Coleman is on a five-game hitting streak.
- Graduate Shelby Smith tossed four shutout innings in relief.
Key Innings
2nd | Houston struck first with a run in the home half of the second. A pair of singles and a walk loaded the bases and sophomore Mandy Esman forced home a run with a groundout to put the Cougars up, 1-0.
3rd | Kansas answered the Houston offense quickly. A double, single and wild pitch resulted in a pair of runners in scoring position with none out. A single scored the first Jayhawk and advanced the other to third and with runners on the corners, a double-steal plated the second for Kansas.
7th | Stuck at a 2-1 deficit after the third, the Cougars looked to walk it off in the bottom of the seventh. After loading the bases with only one out, junior Lair Beautae grounded into a double play to end the game, clinching a 2-1 win for Kansas.
UP NEXT
Houston remains at home on Tuesday for a midweek tilt against Prairie View A&M. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Big 12 Now on ESPN+.
BUY TICKETS
Tickets for the 2024 softball season are available now. This year's home slate features 30 games, including five Big 12 Conference series. Season tickets cost $120, or just $4 per game, and include all neutral site games at Cougar Softball Stadium. Click here to ensure you don't miss any of the action during the Cougars' inaugural season in the Big 12 Conference!
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Softball by supporting LinkingCoogs – UH's very own NIL collective – and by joining the Diamond Club which provides financial support directly to Houston Softball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSB on X, formerly known as 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.
− UHCougars.com −
Team Stats
Pitching:
W: Hamilton, Kasey (9-5)
L: Lehman, Paris (5-4)
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Batting:
2B: Linduff, Aynslee 1
RBI: Cripe, Hailey 1
SH: Anderson, Ashlyn 1 ; Roszak, Sara 1
Base Running:
RUNS: Linduff, Aynslee 1 ; Moore, Lyric 1
SB: Moore, Lyric 1 ; Cripe, Hailey 1
Batting:
2B: Coleman, Turiya 1
RBI: Esman, Mandy 1
Base Running:
RUNS: Smith, Shelby 1
Game Leaders
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