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Simpson Softball and Baseball teams win in close games

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

The Simpson College softball team swept a doubleheader against Westminster, winning the first game 15-0 and the second game 3-2. The Simpson baseball team also won a close game against St. Johns, 5-4.

Why it matters

The wins for the Simpson sports teams are important for the local community and fans who follow the college's athletic programs. Close games like these showcase the competitiveness and talent of the student-athletes.

The details

In the softball doubleheader, Simpson won the first game handily 15-0, but the second game was much closer, with Simpson edging out Westminster 3-2. On the baseball side, Simpson's 5-4 victory over St. Johns was also a tight contest that came down to the wire.

  • The softball games were played on March 7, 2026.
  • The baseball game was also played on March 7, 2026.

The players

Simpson College

A private liberal arts college located in Indianola, Iowa.

Westminster

A private liberal arts college located in Fulton, Missouri.

St. Johns

A private university located in Queens, New York.

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The takeaway

The close wins for the Simpson sports teams demonstrate the high level of competition in college athletics and the dedication of the student-athletes who represent their schools.