JAMESTOWN, N.D. — The University of Jamestown softball team had an exciting day. They came back from behind to beat the University of Mary 6-5 after losing to Valley City State University 9-3 earlier.
Game Highlights
Final Scores: Valley City State 9, Jamestown 3; Jamestown 6, University of Mary 5
Location: Nelson Family Bubble, Jamestown, N.D.
Records: Jamestown 5-7, Valley City State 5-4, University of Mary 3-8
UJ vs. Valley City State
- Jamestown struggled defensively, making four errors that led to five unearned runs.
- The Vikings scored first with a solo home run in the second inning.
- Jamestown tied the game in the third with a run from Sidnie Aasen.
- Valley City pulled ahead with three runs in the fourth and another home run in the fifth, making it 5-1.
- AJ made a late effort but couldn’t catch up, giving up four more unearned runs in the final inning.
- Trinity Gregg stood out with three hits, including a double.
UJ vs. University of Mary
- Jamestown started strong, scoring two runs in the first inning. However, the Marauders quickly responded.
- Hope Ransome hit a crucial two-run double in the third, extending Jamestown’s lead.
- UMary rallied back to take a 5-4 lead with a strong third inning.
- In a thrilling sixth inning, Jamestown scored two runs to regain the lead, thanks to hits from Ransome and Kaitlin McCartney.
- Laura Ransome earned her first win, pitching three innings and allowing just one run.
- Hope Ransome secured the save, delivering two scoreless innings.
- Both Ransome sisters, McCartney, and Natalie Draper contributed significantly with their batting.
What’s Next
- Jamestown will play Dickinson State University on Saturday at noon, followed by a game against Concordia (Minn.) College later that evening.
