Game 1 - In an intense regular season softball face-off, the Lawrence Tech Blue Devils fell just short against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, with a final score of 4-3 at the OU Softball Field in Rochester, Mich. on April 16, 2025.
The Blue Devils saw significant contributions from their players despite the loss.
Kasey Snyder and
Sarah Basket, alongside
Gloriana Su'a, scored the runs for Lawrence Tech.
Gloriana Su'a notably added to her impressive performance by hitting a home run in the riveting seventh inning, her prowess at bat also contributing an RBI alongside teammates
Lily Morrissette and
Lauren Fife.
Lily Morrissette particularly shone as she not only contributed on the RBI front but also hit a triple, ramping up the pressure against Oakland. In the pitching circle for Lawrence Tech was
Sydney Mayer, who battled through the innings against a determined Oakland lineup. Despite the close score and strategic plays, the Blue Devils could not clinch a victory.
Reflecting on the match, the high points included a stirring moment when
Gloriana Su'a sent the ball out of the park, rallying hopes for a comeback that just narrowly missed fruition. The Blue Devils are set to reflect on this game's lessons, striving for a turnaround in their upcoming fixtures.
Game 2 - The Lawrence Tech Blue Devils fell to the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 11-4 in a challenging encounter on April 16, 2025, at the OU Softball Field in Rochester, Mich. Despite putting up a strong start, the Blue Devils couldn't maintain their early momentum against a resurgent Oakland side.
Lawrence Tech opened the game impressively, racking up three runs in the first inning to take an initial lead. Key players for the Blue Devils included
Lily Morrissette, who scored twice, and
Gloriana Su'a, who contributed a run.
Alyssa Bloomfield and
Larissa Mercado each added an RBI, bolstering the team's effort early in the game.
Mikayla Timm started on the mound for Lawrence Tech, facing a tough Oakland lineup.
However, the Golden Grizzlies dramatically turned the game around in the fifth inning, scoring seven runs that ultimately sealed the game in their favor. Despite the Blue Devils' solid start, they were unable to quell Oakland's powerful offense in the crucial moments.
Looking ahead, Lawrence Tech aims to regroup and refocus its strategies as it prepares to face Rochester Christian University on April 19, 2025, at The Hawk. With a current season record of 15-18, the Blue Devils are keen on improving their standings and finishing the season strong. Fans and supporters are encouraged to come out and cheer on the team in their upcoming faceoff to celebrate Senior Day.