Jacksonville, Fla. – North Florida’s softball team faced a tough opponent on Wednesday evening, losing 8-0 to the No. 4/5 Florida Gators at UNF Softball Complex.
Florida jumped to an early lead, thanks to two home runs that put them ahead 3-0 after just one inning. They maintained control throughout the rest of the game.
For the Ospreys, redshirt junior outfielder Kalyn McCarthy made an impressive play, hitting a double down the right field line in the third inning. This was her second extra-base hit of the season, showing her growing impact on the team.
Here’s a quick look at the game stats:
UNF Stats:
- Runs: 0
- Hits: 2
- Errors: 0
- Left on Base: 5
UF Stats:
- Runs: 10
- Hits: 11
- Errors: 0
- Left on Base: 9
Key Players:
For UNF:
- Kalyn McCarthy: 1 hit, 1 double
- Caiden Oliva: 1 hit
- Hannah Davila: 1 hit, 1 double, 1 walk
For UF:
- Jocelyn Erickson: 2 home runs, 3 RBIs
- Kenleigh Cahalan: 3 hits, 1 home run, 1 RBI
- Ava Brown: 1 hit, 1 home run, 2 RBIs; she also pitched a complete game with no earned runs.
Looking ahead, the Ospreys will travel to Phoenix, Arizona for the Purple Classic hosted by Grand Canyon University. They will compete against five different teams from February 20-22, which will be key for their ongoing development this season.
Softball remains a growing sport, and with nearly 18 million participants in the U.S. alone, there’s a significant interest in college-level play. As fans follow teams like UNF, the excitement for upcoming games continues to rise. Keep an eye on social media for updates and reactions from players and fans alike!
For more details about the game and team performance, you can check NCAA Softball for more insights.
