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UAPB Softball Struggles in Losses to Missouri State, Northwestern State
Golden Lions held to just one hit in each game at Lady Demon Classic
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball team had a tough time at the plate, managing just one hit in each of their losses to Missouri State and Northwestern State at the Lady Demon Classic in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Missouri State run-ruled UAPB 12-0 in 5 innings, while Northwestern State also won 14-0 in 5 innings, with the Lady Demons' Mattison Buster throwing a no-hitter.
Why it matters
The losses drop UAPB's record to 2-8 on the season, as the Golden Lions continue to search for their first significant wins of the year. The team's offensive struggles will be a key focus as they look to turn things around and be more competitive in future games.
The details
In the first game, UAPB was held to just one hit - a first-inning single by Ryen Gaddis. Missouri State jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the second inning on a grand slam by Aubrey Johansen. The Bears added five more runs over the next two innings to win 12-0. In the second game, Northwestern State's Mattison Buster threw a no-hitter, striking out 5 and walking 2 in the Lady Demons' 14-0 victory. Northwestern State broke the game open with 10 runs in the fourth inning.
- The games took place on February 28, 2026 at the Lady Demon Classic in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
The players
Ryen Gaddis
A player for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball team who recorded the Golden Lions' lone hit in the first game against Missouri State.
Aubrey Johansen
A player for the Missouri State softball team who hit a grand slam in the second inning to give the Bears a 7-0 lead.
Mattison Buster
The Northwestern State pitcher who threw a no-hitter against UAPB, striking out 5 and walking 2 in the 14-0 victory.
The takeaway
UAPB's offensive struggles in these two games highlight the challenges the team is facing early in the season. The Golden Lions will need to find a way to generate more offense if they hope to be more competitive going forward.
