April 25, 2024

Waxahachie, TX - In the final conference showdown of the season at the Lions Athletic Complex in Waxahachie, Texas, the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions softball team faced off against a formidable opponent, Oklahoma City University (OCU), in a doubleheader that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Game 1
Despite a valiant effort, the Lady Lions fell short in the first game, losing 4-1 to OCU. Sasha Jennings showcased her skills, going 1 for 4 and scoring a crucial run. Trista Ford delivered a standout performance, going 1 for 4 with an impressive triple. McKenzie Schulze contributed to the scoreboard, going 1 for 4 with a pivotal RBI. In the circle, Annie Charanza battled through 7 innings, allowing 4 earned runs on 10 hits, ultimately taking the loss.

Game 2
In a resilient display of determination, the Lady Lions fought hard in the second game, but OCU emerged victorious with a score of 9-1. Trista Ford continued to shine, going 2 for 3 with another RBI to her name. Myranda Lewis showcased her skills, going 1 for 1 and crossing the plate for a run. Sasha Jennings contributed with a 1 for 3 performance. Despite the efforts, Valerie Guzman endured a tough outing, pitching 3.2 innings and allowing 3 earned runs on 8 hits, shouldering the loss. Samantha Wegman and Aracelie Mares also saw action on the mound, each facing the challenge head-on.

Next Up
As the dust settles on the conference battles, the Lady Lions turn their focus towards the offseason, where they will prepare for future challenges.

Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. SAGU is currently in the process of becoming Nelson University. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.sagu.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-SAGU.