Jackson State University defeated Alabama A&M in a doubleheader on April 18, securing a season sweep during the final home games of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) softball regular season.
The victories are significant as they strengthen Jackson State’s position within the conference and build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.
In game one, Jackson State overcame an early deficit to win 6-4. The Tigers scored six runs on just four hits, drawing 11 walks and stealing five bases. Ariana Murillo led with two RBIs and a run scored, while Ka’Liyah Gipson contributed both offensively and on the base paths. Brooklyn Morris pitched all seven innings for Jackson State, allowing four runs (three earned) on twelve hits without issuing a walk. Despite Alabama A&M collecting twelve hits—including three each from Grace Cruthis and Kali Austerman—Jackson State capitalized on key opportunities to secure the win.
Game two saw Jackson State claim a dominant 10-0 victory in five innings. The Tigers produced eleven hits while limiting Alabama A&M to just three. Jace Jackson drove in three runs, Ariah Hill had two RBIs and scored twice, and Zaria Keyes set up multiple scoring chances from lower in the lineup. Madison McDowell delivered a complete-game shutout for Jackson State, striking out two batters across five innings.
The team will conclude its regular season with an away series at Florida A&M beginning Friday at 5 p.m. Central Time.
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