The Central Arkansas softball team is set to face off against SEC foe No. 18 Mississippi State on Tuesday after a series win over Austin Peay. The Bears, with a record of 17-19, have been performing well in ASUN play, hitting .327 in eight conference games. Senior Madi Young has been a standout player, batting .583 in five games last week and leading the team with 22 walks this season.
Mississippi State, with a record of 29-8, recently defeated No. 1 Texas in a nationally ranked season. Sierra Sacco leads the Bulldogs with a .486 batting average and 54 hits, while Lexi Sosa has hit nine home runs. Mississippi State has a team ERA of 2.81, led by Delainey Everett.
The Bears and Bulldogs have faced off 12 times in program history, with Central Arkansas winning two of the matchups. In their last meeting in 2022, the Bears split the series with Mississippi State, bouncing back from a run-rule loss to win 5-3 in the second game.
The game between Central Arkansas and Mississippi State is set for 5 p.m. and will be streamed on SECN+. Fans can also follow live stats online. This matchup promises to be a competitive one, with both teams showcasing strong offensive and pitching performances throughout the season.
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