Dillard University Triumphs Over Arlington Baptist in a Dominant 9-2 Victory

NEW ORLEANS– In an impressive display of skill and strategy, Dillard University secured a decisive 9-2 victory against Arlington Baptist in their softball matchup on February 14, 2025, in New Orleans, LA. The game unfolded with Dillard taking an early lead and maintaining their dominance throughout.

The game opened with a powerful offensive push from Dillard, scoring five runs in the first inning. The highlight of the inning was a two-RBI double by Madison Clark, bringing home Haley Weatherspoon and De'Asia Davenport. Jennifer Gress continued the momentum with a two-RBI triple, scoring both Madison Clark and Ca'Terra Bates, and later stealing home to cap off the explosive start for Dillard.

In the second inning, Clark shone again with another double, driving in two more runs as Bates and Weatherspoon crossed home plate, extending Dillard's lead to 7-0.

Arlington Baptist put a point on the board in the third inning when A. Pena managed to score, reducing the deficit slightly. However, their offensive efforts were effectively stymied by Dillard's defensive play and strategic pitching.

The sixth inning saw Dillard cementing their lead with a triple from Bates, bringing Weatherspoon home. Clark followed with a groundout that allowed Bates to score, setting the score at 9-2.

Arlington Baptist's L. Wener stole home in the sixth inning, adding a second run for his team, but it wasn't enough to challenge Dillard's commanding lead.

Dillard's pitching was led by Mary-Elizabeth Landry, who delivered a solid six innings, allowing only three hits and two earned runs while striking out three batters. Daila Thomas closed the game with a scoreless seventh inning, maintaining Dillard's lead.

On the Arlington Baptist side, K. Murphy pitched the entire game, facing 32 batters and allowing nine runs on ten hits. Despite the loss, Murphy's endurance on the mound was notable.

Overall, Dillard's cohesive team performance, highlighted by Clark's remarkable four RBIs and strategic plays, was the key to their overwhelming victory. They demonstrated superior batting, effective pitching, and aggressive base-running to dominate the game. Arlington Baptist, despite their best efforts, struggled to counter Dillard's potent offense, resulting in a challenging game for the visiting team.

This game marks a strong showing for Dillard, as they continue to build momentum in the season. Arlington Baptist will look to regroup and adjust their strategies as they move forward in their schedule.

-Bleu Devils-