Softball Finishes 8th in the Nation

SCF vs. Jones College

Jones College wasted no time setting the tone, erupting for eight runs in the first two innings behind a relentless attack at the plate. Claire Andersen sparked the offense with a perfect day at the top of the lineup, going 2-for-2 with two runs scored and a double, while Annaston Tate delivered the biggest blow with three RBIs. Farrah James added two RBIs of her own, and Madison Sawyer helped herself at the plate with two hits and an RBI.

State College of Florida settled in after the rough start thanks to a strong relief appearance from Allison Cole, who tossed 4.2 scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and striking out one. However, the early deficit proved too much to erase.

Offensively, SCF collected 12 hits and mounted a late rally in the fifth inning. Jamie Sepsick finished 2-for-4 with an RBI, while Bree Urban led the Manatees offense by going 3-for-4 with three RBIs. Brooke-Lynn Hilderbrand and Cailinne Kelly each added two hits in the effort.

Jones pitcher Madison Sawyer earned the win after throwing four shutout innings with six strikeouts. Morgan Landry closed the door over the final three innings to earn the save.

Top Performers

• Bree Urban — 3-for-4, 3 RBI
• Jamie Sepsick — 2-for-4, RBI
• Annaston Tate — 2-for-4, 3 RBI
• Claire Andersen — 2-for-2, 2 runs, double
• Allison Cole — 4.2 IP, 0 ER in relief

SCF vs. Parkland College

SCF wasted little time taking control, using aggressive baserunning and timely hitting to build an early lead that continued to grow throughout the five-inning contest. A'Lana Martinez led the way offensively with a perfect 3-for-3 performance, scoring three runs and adding a triple at the top of the lineup.

Kierstyn Aumua provided the biggest offensive punch for the Manatees, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs, while Cailinne Kelly added two RBIs on a key hit in the middle of the order. Kaitlyn Shea chipped in with two hits and a run scored as SCF totaled nine hits in the win.

The Manatees also capitalized on Parkland miscues, as three defensive errors by Parkland contributed to six unearned runs.

In the circle, Allison Cole was outstanding, tossing a complete-game shutout while allowing just four hits over five innings. Cole walked two and struck out two on 76 pitches to earn her ninth win of the season.

Parkland threatened only sparingly throughout the game, with Lainey Klokkenga recording two of the team's four hits. Abbey Horeis added a double, but the Cobras were unable to string together offense against Cole.

Lucy Fearday took the loss for Parkland, allowing eight runs — only two earned — over five innings while striking out six.

Top Performers:
• A'Lana Martinez — 3-for-3, 3 runs, triple
• Kierstyn Aumua — 2-for-3, 3 RBI
• Cailinne Kelly — 1-for-3, 2 RBI
• Allison Cole — 5 IP, 4 H, 0 R, complete-game shutout

SCF vs. Rock Valley College

The Manatees' lineup delivered from top to bottom, with every starter either scoring a run, recording a hit, or driving in runs as SCF overwhelmed Rock Valley early and never looked back.

Bree Urban led the offensive showcase with a perfect 4-for-4 outing, scoring three runs and driving in another. Jamie Sepsick also stayed red hot at the plate, going 4-for-4 with three RBIs and a double, while Kierstyn Aumua delivered the biggest swing production of the day with four RBIs on a 2-for-3 performance.

A'Lana Martinez set the tone at the top of the lineup, finishing 2-for-4 with three runs scored, an RBI, and a double. Cailinne Kelly added two hits and two RBIs, while Genesis Lopez chipped in with a pair of RBIs of her own.

SCF wasted little time jumping ahead, scoring four runs in the opening inning before continuing to apply pressure throughout the game. The Manatees added four more runs in the middle innings and closed the contest with a five-run surge.

Rock Valley managed just four hits against SCF pitcher Allison Cole, who earned the complete-game victory. Cole struck out four and walked none over five innings while allowing only two runs. The lone major blemish came on a two-run homer by McKenzie Culvey.

Top Performers:
• Bree Urban — 4-for-4, 3 runs, RBI
• Jamie Sepsick — 4-for-4, 3 RBI, double
• Kierstyn Aumua — 2-for-3, 4 RBI, double
• A'Lana Martinez — 2-for-4, 3 runs, RBI, double
• Allison Cole — 5 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 4 SO

SCF vs. Des Moines Area College

State College of Florida-Manatee Sarasota struggled to generate offense as Des Moines Area Community College claimed a 6-1 victory behind a dominant pitching performance from Kierra Jungers.

Jungers controlled the game from the circle from the opening inning, striking out 12 batters while allowing just five hits and one run across a complete-game effort. The Bears lineup managed only one walk and left few scoring opportunities against the hard-throwing right-hander.

Despite the loss, Bree Urban paced the SCF offense with a perfect 3-for-3 day at the plate, including a double. Cailinne Kelly drove in the Manatees' lone run, while Kaylin Smith added a hit.

Des Moines used timely hitting and patience at the plate to steadily build its lead throughout the game. Bri Tigges collected two hits and drove in two runs, while Dana Blake added a two-run double. Baylor Gregory also contributed with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored.

The Bears broke through against SCF starter Allison Cole, who worked 5.2 innings while allowing six earned runs on eight hits. Cole struck out four and battled through traffic most of the afternoon before Dava Hoffer came on in relief and finished the final 1.1 innings.

Top Performers:
• Bree Urban — 3-for-3, double
• Cailinne Kelly — RBI single
• Kierra Jungers (DMACC) — 7 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 12 SO
• Bri Tigges (DMACC) — 2-for-4, 2 RBI
• Dana Blake (DMACC) — double, 2 RBI