CSUN Softball Swept by Ole Miss & Boise State at Easton Classic

Matadors fall in doubleheader, struggle against top opponents

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

The CSUN softball team suffered a pair of defeats on Saturday at the Easton Classic, falling to Ole Miss 10-1 in the morning game and then succumbing to a dominant performance by Boise State, 24-6.

Why it matters

The losses against strong opponents like Ole Miss and Boise State highlight the challenges CSUN softball is facing early in the season as they look to build momentum and compete against top programs.

The details

In the first game, CSUN struck first against Ole Miss, scoring in the bottom of the first inning, but the Rebels responded with five runs in the fourth and fifth innings to pull away. In the second game, CSUN jumped out to an early 4-0 lead against Boise State, but the Broncos erupted for 21 runs over the final three innings to hand the Matadors a lopsided defeat.

  • The doubleheader took place on Saturday, February 8, 2026 at the Easton Classic in Fullerton, California.
  • CSUN will conclude their participation in the Easton Classic with a second matchup against Portland State on Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The players

Madison Okano

A CSUN softball player who recorded a hit in the first game against Ole Miss.

Emma Lopez

A CSUN softball player who recorded a hit in the first game against Ole Miss.

Vanessa Perez

A CSUN softball player who recorded a hit and scored a run in the second game against Boise State.

Kyra Aycock

The Ole Miss pitcher who earned the win, limiting CSUN to one run while striking out four over six innings.

Mya Flindt

The Boise State player who delivered a crucial three-run home run to left field in the fifth inning to help the Broncos rally against CSUN.

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What’s next

CSUN will conclude their participation in the Easton Classic with a second matchup against Portland State on Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The takeaway

The losses against strong opponents like Ole Miss and Boise State highlight the challenges CSUN softball is facing early in the season as they look to build momentum and compete against top programs. The team will need to regroup and find a way to bounce back in their final game of the tournament.