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Seward softball drops doubleheader to Butler Grizzlies

Mar. 13, 2026 at 11:36am

The Seward Saints softball team hosted the Butler Grizzlies in a Jayhawk Conference doubleheader on Wednesday, falling 12-4 in game one and 5-0 in game two. Seward is now 8-14 overall and 2-4 in league play, while Butler moves to 4-8 overall and 2-2 in conference action.

Why it matters

The losses drop Seward further down in the Jayhawk Conference standings, making it more difficult for them to qualify for the postseason tournament. However, the team will have a chance to bounce back when they host Clarendon College in non-conference play on Friday.

The details

In game one, a seven-run first inning by Butler proved too much for Seward to overcome, despite home runs from Jewell Carleton and Jahlisa Klear. Game two was a pitchers' duel for the first five innings before Butler broke through with a five-run sixth inning to secure the sweep.

  • The doubleheader took place on Wednesday afternoon.
  • Seward will host Clarendon College in a non-conference doubleheader on Friday at 1 p.m.

The players

Kaitlyn Gonzales

The Seward pitcher who started game one and took the loss.

Aaliyah Arredondo

The Seward pitcher who came in relief in game one.

Ellie Randall

The Butler pitcher who threw a complete game in the first contest.

Liberty Sharman

The Seward pitcher who took the loss in game two despite not allowing an earned run.

Anistyn Marcotte

The Butler pitcher who earned the win in game two.

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What’s next

Seward will look to bounce back when they host Clarendon College in a non-conference doubleheader on Friday afternoon.

The takeaway

The Seward Saints softball team struggled against the Butler Grizzlies, dropping both games of the Jayhawk Conference doubleheader. However, they will have an opportunity to get back on track when they host Clarendon College on Friday, as they continue to fight for a spot in the postseason tournament.