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KENNESAW, Ga.- The Kennesaw State softball team closed out the regular season falling to Liberty 3-1 at Bailey Park on Sunday afternoon.
Nine Owls were honored prior to first pitch for Senior Day.
How It Happened
Lindsey Kyte pitched a season-high six strikeouts through the first five frames. The Owls defense was able to hold strong and keep the game scoreless leaving five Flames stranded over five innings.
A two-run single from Blake Gibson would open the scoring up in the top of the sixth inning to give Liberty a 2-0 lead.
The Flames extended their lead in the top of the seventh inning after a solo shot over the left field fence from Amber Bishop.
The Owls would get three runners on in the bottom of the seventh inning after
Taylor Cates walked and back-to-back singles from
Andrea Summey and
Marcela Lopez. An RBI single from
Faith Alexander would cut the Flames lead 3-1 but the Owls late rally would not be enough.
Lindsey Kyte (4-5) suffered the loss after 5.0 innings, giving up one run on three hits while striking out six.
McKenzie Wagoner (5-2) secured the win after tossing 5.0 innings, allowing no runs on four hits while striking out four. Karlie Keeney picked up the save after 0.2 innings.
Up Next
KSU will host the No. 4 seed North Alabama on Friday (May 7) and Saturday (May 8) for the ASUN Quarterfinals.
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