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Central Softball Cruises Past Salve Regina
Dutch score 5 runs in the first inning to defeat Salve Regina 8-0
Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:50pm
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The Central College softball team defeated Salve Regina 8-0 on Sunday afternoon. The Dutch scored 5 runs in the first inning and added 3 more in the third to cruise to the victory. Jadyn Huisman got the win on the mound, striking out 4 in 2.1 innings, while Ella Morse threw 2.2 innings of scoreless relief.
Why it matters
This win continues Central College's strong start to the season as they prepare for conference play. The Dutch are looking to build on last year's success and make a deep postseason run.
The details
Central College scored 5 runs in the first inning, taking advantage of 4 walks issued by Salve Regina in the first 5 batters. Addi Starr's double drove in 2 runs to provide an extra boost. In the third inning, a pinch-hit single from Katie Bower drove in 2 more runs to make it 8-0, which held up as the final score after 5 innings.
- The game was played on Sunday, March 16, 2026.
- Central College and Salve Regina were playing at the Space Coast Spring Games in Florida.
- Central's second game against Hamilton University (N.Y.) was suspended due to rain in the 6th inning and will resume today at 2pm EST.
The players
Jadyn Huisman
The starting pitcher for Central College, she earned the win by striking out 4 batters in 2.1 innings.
Ella Morse
The relief pitcher for Central College, she threw 2.2 innings of scoreless relief.
Addi Starr
The Central College player who hit a double to drive in 2 runs in the first inning.
Katie Bower
The Central College player who hit a pinch-hit single to drive in 2 runs in the third inning.
What’s next
Central College will continue their time at the Space Coast Spring Games, playing Saint Norbert College (Wis.) at 4:45pm EST and Salve Regina again at 7pm EST.
The takeaway
Central College's dominant 8-0 win over Salve Regina showcases their offensive firepower and strong pitching, positioning them well for the rest of the season as they look to build on last year's success.
