The Centenary Women's Softball team battled hard but fell short to Penn State in a 5-2 loss. Despite the defeat, the Cyclones showed plenty of resilience and promising performances on both offense and defense.
Leading the charge for Centenary at the plate were Jaelynn Miller and Carolyn Rosenberg, who each collected two hits in the game. Their offensive efforts were key to the team's two runs. Rosenberg and Madison Passanante also drove in the Cyclones' lone RBIs, contributing to their team's fight throughout the game.
On the mound, D'Ani Morales turned in a stellar performance, pitching all seven innings for Centenary. Morales kept the Penn State lineup off balance, allowing only three hits while striking out four batters. Despite the strong outing, the Cyclones couldn't overcome a five-run rally from the Nittany Lions, which ultimately secured the win for Penn State.
While the scoreboard may not have reflected the effort, Centenary's fight was undeniable. Their ability to execute on both sides of the ball shows that this team has the potential to compete with some of the best. With players like Miller, Rosenberg, Passanante, and Morales showing flashes of excellence, Centenary will look to build on this performance as they continue their season.
The Cyclones will take this loss in stride, knowing that their grit and determination have set the stage for future success. Next up, Centenary will look to bounce back in their upcoming matchups as they aim to continue improving and developing as a team.
