TUSCALOOSA, Ala.- The Jackson State softball team opened play in the Tuscaloosa Regional of the NCAA Softball Championship Tournament Friday evening against host team Alabama. The Tigers fell 8-0 in five innings.
Brooklyn Morris (13-9) started and took the loss in the circle for Jackson State .
In the batter's box, the Tigers were led by freshman Jace Jackson, who went 1-for-2 on the day.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- Brooklyn Morris (13-9) started and took the loss in the circle for Jackson State .
- In the batter's box, the Tigers were led by freshman Jace Jackson, who went 1-for-2 on the day.
- Jackson State (29-24) didn't managed to advance a runner past first base in the ballgame.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
- Morris faced 28 Alabama hitters in the game, allowing five ground balls and seven fly balls while striking out two.
- Jackson led the Tigers at the plate, going 1 for 2.
- Alabama was led offensively by Kali Heivilin, who went 2 for 3 with two RBIs.
- Winstead led the Crimson Tide pitching staff, throwing four scoreless innings.
UP NEXT
The Tigers will take on Belmont Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at Rhoads Stadium.
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