It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Southridge can now relate to. They fell just short of the University Titans by a score of 14-12 on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Suns have suffered since May 9, 2025.
Constance Gates was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, she pitched five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with three runs.
Gates wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Orian Hagen, who went 4-for-5 with three runs and three RBI. Another was Anna Marty, who went 3-for-5 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run.
Southridge has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 13 of their last 15 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-15 record this season. As for University, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 13 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-6 record this season.
As of now, neither Southridge nor University have any future games scheduled.
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