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8
Winner Bellevue (NE) BELLEVUE 9-7
2
Northwestern NWC 15-2
Winner
Bellevue (NE) BELLEVUE
9-7
8
Final
2
Northwestern NWC
15-2
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 R H E
Bellevue (NE) BELLEVUE 2 0 0 1 0 1 4 8 11 1
Northwestern NWC 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 7 2

W: K. Cunningha (6-2) L: Flanagan, Abby (4-1)

11
Winner Northwestern NWC 16-2
1
Concordia (MI) CUAA 3-5
Winner
Northwestern NWC
16-2
11
Final
1
Concordia (MI) CUAA
3-5
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 5 R H E
Northwestern NWC 2 1 1 2 5 11 12 0
Concordia (MI) CUAA 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 0

W: Kralik, Kate (6-1) L: H. Duchene (0-1)

Game Recap: Softball | | NWC Athletic Communications

Mikkelsen’s Three-Homer Day Helps Raiders Split in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. – Gwen Mikkelsen hit three home runs on the day as Northwestern split their doubleheader at the Tucson Invitational Games.

GAME 1: BU 8, NWC 2
Pitching Decisions
Win: K. Cunningham (6-2)
Loss: Abby Flanagan (4-1)
Save: None

How It Happened
Bellevue (Neb.) defeated Northwestern with a final score of 8-2 in a game held on Tuesday in Tucson, Arizona.

In the first inning, both the Red Raiders and the Bruins each scored two runs. The Bruins opened the scoring with two in the top half, while the Red Raiders responded with a strong offensive push when Gwen Mikkelsen hit a two-run homer, bringing in Ashtyn Billings to tie the game at 2-2.

The second and third innings were marked by strong defense from both teams. Despite Maddie Kvatek reaching third base for the Raiders in the second inning, they were unable to capitalize and bring her home. The Bruins also struggled to convert runners on base into runs, keeping the score tied at 2-2.

In the fourth inning, the Bruins regained the lead on a sacrifice fly, putting the Bruins ahead 3-2. The Raiders had limited opportunities to respond, as solid defense from the Bruins kept them from scoring in the subsequent innings.

The game broke open in the seventh inning when the Bruins extended their lead significantly. After a series of hits, the Bruins hit a three-run homer, bringing the score to 8-2. The Raiders were unable to mount a comeback in the bottom of the inning, concluding the game with a final score of 8-2 in favor of the Bruins.

GAME NOTES:
  • Gwen Mikkelsen hit her first home run of the season and the 16th of her career.
  • Mikkelsen finished with two RBIs and a walk on a 1-for-1 day.
  • Charli Bomgaars went 1-for-3 with a steal.
GAME 2: NWC 11, CUAA 1 (5 inn.)
Pitching Decisions
Win: Kate Kralik (6-1)
Loss: H. Duchene (0-1)
Save: None

How It Happened
Gwen Mikkelsen hit two out of the park, driving in six runs in an 11-1, five-inning win over Concordia (Mich.).

The Red Raiders took an early lead in the first inning, starting with Mikkelsen tripling to right center, followed by Charli Bomgaars' RBI single that brought Mikkelsen home. Chloe Gallegos contributed with another RBI single, allowing Bomgaars to score, leading to a 2-1 advantage after the Cardinals managed to score one run in the bottom of the inning.

In the second inning, the Raiders expanded their lead to 3-1. Berkley Johannsen tripled to right center, and Cassidy Gors executed a sacrifice fly that brought Johannsen across the plate. The Cardinals were unable to respond, held scoreless in their half of the inning.

The fourth inning saw Northwestern's lead increase with crucial plays, highlighted by Mikkelsen's two-run homer to left field, scoring Ashtyn Billings and putting the Red Raiders up 6-1. The Cardinals could not capitalize on their opportunity, managing only one hit in the inning.

The fifth inning was decisive for the Raiders, as they scored five runs. After a series of strategic plays, including Maddie Kvatek being hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, Mikkelsen hit a grand slam, bringing in four runs and sealing an 11-1 victory. The Cardinals were unable to mount a comeback, with no hits or runs in their final half inning.

GAME NOTES: Up Next: The Raiders will face a pair of familiar opponents tomorrow, battling with No. 6 Madonna (Mich.) and Jamestown (N.D.). First pitch of the doubleheader is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. (CT).
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