Simpson College Softball Hosts Home Opener

17th-ranked Storm team takes on Westminster Bluejays in doubleheader

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

The 17th-ranked Simpson College softball team is set to host the Westminster Bluejays in a home-opening doubleheader this weekend. The Storm enter the series with a 4-0 record, including a win over 20th-ranked Illinois Wesleyan last Saturday, while the Bluejays are 0-3 so far this season.

Why it matters

This home-opening series marks an important milestone for the Simpson softball team as they look to build on their strong start to the season and continue their climb in the national rankings. The matchup against the Bluejays will provide a good early-season test for the Storm as they prepare for conference play.

The details

Simpson's offense has been led by a strong start to the season, while Westminster's top hitter is Yadira Montes with a .600 batting average. In the circle, Peyton Dudenhoeffer is the Bluejays' top pitcher with a 4.00 ERA and one strikeout through seven innings.

  • The doubleheader is scheduled for today, March 7, 2026.
  • Coverage on 94.3 KNIA will begin at 12:45 p.m.

The players

Simpson College Softball Team

The 17th-ranked NCAA Division III softball team, currently 4-0 on the season.

Westminster Bluejays

The NCAA Division III softball team from Westminster, Colorado, currently 0-3 on the season.

Yadira Montes

The top hitter for the Westminster Bluejays, batting .600 so far this season.

Peyton Dudenhoeffer

The top pitcher for the Westminster Bluejays, with a 4.00 ERA and one strikeout through seven innings.

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What’s next

The winner of the doubleheader will gain momentum heading into the rest of their season.

The takeaway

Simpson College's softball team is off to a strong 4-0 start and will look to continue their success in their home-opening series against the Westminster Bluejays, providing an early-season test as they prepare for conference play.