Central Arkansas Softball Defeats North Alabama, Seven Home Runs Key Victory

The Mizzou softball team opened senior weekend with a dramatic 4-2 win over No. 24 Georgia, powered by late home runs from Mya Dodge and Abbie Wilhelm, and strong pitching from Marissa McCann and closer Taylor Pannell. However, Mizzou fell short in the following game, losing 3-2 to Georgia despite a solo home run from freshman Uptegrove and a determined effort by starter Taylor Pannell, who limited the Bulldogs to three earned runs. The Tigers' split results highlight their ability to compete with ranked opponents but also underscore ongoing challenges in consistently securing conference victories. Meanwhile, Mississippi State secured a 3-1 win over Ole Miss, thanks to a two-run homer by Blaine in the seventh inning and a complete game from pitcher Raelin Chaffin. These games demonstrate the importance of timely hitting and strong pitching as SEC teams jockey for postseason positioning. The series between these rivals continues, with weather concerns prompting schedule adjustments.