WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – It is full steam ahead for Purdue softball, which owns a perfect 5-0 record just over midway through the Fall Ball slate.
THINGS TO KNOW: FALL BALL EDITION
The Boilermakers will be back in action this weekend at home in Bittinger Stadium with a double header against UIndy on Friday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. Following the double header Friday night, the team will conclude their fall ball season Sunday, Oct. 15, at 12 p.m. against Bryant & Stratton.
THINGS TO KNOW: FALL BALL EDITION
- The Boilermakers, led by first-year head coach Magali Frezzotti, have dominated Fall Ball, outscoring their opponents 34-3 over the last three games.
- The softball squad has exhibited great growth with their softball-IQ, baserunning, and situational hitting. The Boilermakers are radiating high energy, and their commitment has been amazing paving the way for an exciting finish to fall ball.
- The role of starting shortstop has been shared by sophomore Alivia Meeks and junior Tyrina Jones, both displaying threatening offensive performances.
- Second baseman has seen a strong rotation of players thus far with sophomore Sage Scarmardo, freshman Ashlynn Campbell, freshman Moriah Polar and junior Jade Moy each seeing time at the position.
- Sage Scarmardo, Moy and Summer Scarmardo have all started at third base while Campbell, Meeks and freshman Kylie Franks have all actively seen playing time throughout innings.
- Freshmen starters to keep an eye on include Julia Gossett who has started in the circle and as a designated player, Polar as second base and center field and Campbell at second base.
The Boilermakers will be back in action this weekend at home in Bittinger Stadium with a double header against UIndy on Friday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. Following the double header Friday night, the team will conclude their fall ball season Sunday, Oct. 15, at 12 p.m. against Bryant & Stratton.