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The team comes in for a huddle. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Gallery: Softball secures victory over Murray State in close game

February 16, 2023 by Daniel Curd

The women’s softball team faced off against Murray State University in a nail-biting game on Saturday. In a thrilling eighth inning, the Wildcats secured a 1-point victory, with a final score of 13-12. The game was the third of five in the Wildcat Invitational, where ACU took three victories. Next week, the team will face off against teams in the UTSA Tournament.

Sydney Kaiser, junior catcher from Pflugerville, gets ready to bat. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Mercedes Eichelberger, senior outfielder from Tremonton, Utah, gets ready to swing. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Shaylee Alani, senior infielder from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, sprints to first base. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

The team comes in for a huddle. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Riley White, junior pitcher from Thorndale, pitches the ball to the opposing team. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Mercedes Eichelberger, senior outfielder from Tremonton, Utah, dashes towards second base. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Laurén Schiek, graduate pitcher from Oshkosh, Wisconson, hits the ball. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Mckenley Clark, sophomore outfielder from Waco, narrowly catches the ball. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Teammates congratulate each other on a successful inning. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Gianna Russo, freshman utility from Homer Glen, Illinois, high fives Elizabeth Schaefer, freshman pitcher from Rockwall. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Mckenley Clark, sophomore outfielder from Waco, slides to make it back to first base. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
The teammates come out from the dugout for a celebratory hug. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Filed Under: Multimedia, Photo Galleries, Showcase Tagged With: Softball

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About Daniel Curd

Daniel is a photographer from Denver, Colorado. He is an Advertising/Public Relations major hoping to go into media creation. When not taking photos, he can be found in the library studying with friends, listening to music, or watching one of his favorite movies. For any additional photos captured by him, visit: DanielCurd.com

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Other Multimedia:

  • Gallery: Seniors reflect and worship during Candlelight Send-off

  • Gallery: Students battle it out in Wildcat World Cup Smash Bros. tournament

  • Gallery: Students gather at the Bullock Brothers Ballpark for a sold-out game

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