Softball Pushes #24 Boston University to the Brink in Extras
It took extra innings for No. 24-ranked Boston University to defeat Michigan State softball on Sunday morning, with the Spartans falling 3-2 in nine innings at Carolina Stadium at Beckham Field to conclude the Garnet & Black Invitational. Michigan State moves to 12-13 in non-conference play with one final tune-up at Notre Dame on Tuesday before B1G action kicks off in Evanston, Ill. next weekend.
Softball Falls in Closely Contested Battle to NC State
Michigan State softball was defeated in a tightly contested game three at the Garnet & Black Invitational on Saturday afternoon, falling 3-1 to NC State at Carolina Stadium at Beckham Field. The Spartans move to 12-12 in the non-conference portion of their schedule with two games remaining prior to the start of B1G action.
Wash, Hawley Lead Late Rally in Walk-Off Win over Golden Gophers
A walk-off victory highlighted day one of the Garnet & Black Invitational for Michigan State softball on Friday as the Spartans defeated Minnesota (5-4) and fell to No. 22/23-ranked South Carolina at Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field. A split on Friday moves Michigan State’s record to 12-11 in the non-conference portion of its schedule.
Liv Grey Named B1G Pitcher of the Week
Senior Liv Grey was named B1G Pitcher of the Week as announced by the Big Ten Conference office on Monday afternoon. Grey becomes the eighth pitcher in program history to earn a B1G weekly honor
Guidry Strikes Out Career-High in Win over Iona
Michigan State softball wrapped up its spring break trip with a win over Iona on Sunday, defeating the Gaels by a final score of 7-2 in a rematch at the Chanticleer Showdown. A win moves MSU above .500 for the first time this season at 11-10
Softball Defeats Yale at Chanticleer Showdown
Early offense led Michigan State softball to victory on Saturday as the Spartans defeated Yale, 5-2, on day two of the Chanticleer Showdown at Wade-Lott Field at St. John Stadium. MSU improves to 10-10 in the non-conference portion of its schedule.
Softball Goes 1-1 on First Day at Chanticleer Showdown
Michigan State softball split a pair of games on its first day at the Chanticleer Showdown on Friday afternoon, defeating Iona, 7-0, and falling to Coastal Carolina, 5-1, at Wade-Lott Field at St. John Stadium. A split pushes Michigan State’s record to 9-10 in non-conference action.
Chanticleer Showdown Next Up for Spartan Softball
Fresh off a pair of mid-week victories over Campbell and UNC Wilmington, Michigan State softball remains on the road this upcoming weekend at the Chanticleer Showdown hosted by Coastal Carolina. Action kicks off on Friday, March 1 when MSU meets Iona at 12:00 p.m. The Spartans are scheduled for five games over the weekend before returning to East Lansing.
Softball Comes From Behind to Clip UNCW
A late offensive surge helped Michigan State softball come from behind to defeat UNC Wilmington, 10-6, on Wednesday night at Boseman Field. The Spartans trailed 4-2 early but a six-run seventh inning broke the game open.
Grey, Taylor Combine for Shutout in Win Over Campbell
Senior Liv Grey and junior Madison Taylor combined for Michigan State’s second shutout victory of the season on Tuesday night in its 3-0 victory over Campbell at Amanda Littlejohn Stadium.
Softball Splits at Duke Invitational
On a rainy Friday in Durham, Michigan State softball split day one of the Duke Invitational defeating Elon (4-1) and falling to Boston University (9-1) at the Duke Softball Stadium. MSU moves to 5-7 overall and is 1-1 this weekend with three games remaining.
Spartans Start Spring Break Trip at Duke Invitational
Michigan State looks to keep its offensive spark alive this weekend when it heads east to play in the Duke Invitational in Durham, N.C. The Spartans will play five games over the weekend which includes games against Elon, Boston University (RV), Villanova and No. 6-ranked Duke. Play gets underway for the Spartans at Duke Softball Stadium at 12 p.m. on Friday, February 23 when MSU meets Elon. Michigan State’s weekend concludes on Sunday, February 25 with a 10:30 a.m. game against Elon. All games will have live stats and stream on ACC Network Extra via ESPN+.
Softball Earns Pair of B1G Weekly Honors
For the first time in program history, Michigan State softball has earned two B1G weekly honors in the same week. Sophomore Britain Beshears was named Co-Player of the Week and freshman Jaeya Butler earned Freshman of the Week as announced by the Big Ten Conference office on Monday afternoon.
Long Ball Paces Softball to Two Wins
Michigan State softball’s offense was rolling for the second-straight day on Saturday as the Spartans took down Boise State (8-5) and UT Arlington (9-1) on day two of the Maverick Invitational. MSU is now 4-0 on the weekend and improves to 4-5 overall on the season.
Softball Earns Sweep on Day One of Maverick Invitational
Michigan State softball put a pair of wins in the record book on Friday afternoon at the Maverick Invitational, defeating DePaul (8-0) and Kansas City (13-2). MSU racked up 16 hits in game two against Kansas City, a program-best during the Coach Sho era.
Softball Defeated Late at FAU
Michigan State softball got out to a 2-0 lead on Sunday morning before a late-inning rally by Florida Atlantic led to a 4-2 loss for the Spartans at Joan Joyce Field.
Softball Pushes #12/16 Arkansas to the Edge
Michigan State softball was narrowly defeated by No. 12/16-ranked Arkansas at the 2024 Paradise Classic on Saturday, falling 6-5 at Joan Joyce Field. The Spartans were also defeated in the team’s second game of the afternoon, a 10-1 loss to Marshall.
Guidry Spins Complete Game Shutout in Home Opener
Michigan State softball sophomore Faith Guidry spun a two-hit complete game shutout in the circle on Tuesday night as the Spartans defeated intrastate rival Central Michigan by a final score of 3-0 from Secchia Stadium.
Softball Welcomes Central Michigan and Wisconsin for Home, B1G Openers
Michigan State softball makes its return to Secchia Stadium this week, hosting Central Michigan in its home opener on Tuesday night and Wisconsin for the opening Big Ten series starting on Friday, March 24. The Spartans will play a three-game series against the Badgers.
Spartan Softball Rolls Fordham on Day Two of Phoenix Invitational
Michigan State’s offense was rolling on Saturday morning as the Spartans defeated Fordham, 8-2, at Hunt Softball Park to claim victory in game two of the Elon Phoenix Invitational. With a win the Spartans improved to 5-2 on the season and 2-0 on the weekend.