Ferris Softball Extends Winning Streak to Five Games

Bulldogs capture two more wins at Dome Invitational in Illinois

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

The Ferris State University softball team extended its winning streak to five games with two more victories at the Dome Invitational tournament in Rosemont, Illinois on Friday. The Bulldogs defeated Missouri S&T 10-5 and Quincy 13-3 in five innings, improving their overall record to 7-5 on the season.

Why it matters

The Ferris State softball team's strong start to the season, including a five-game winning streak, demonstrates the program's continued competitiveness and ability to perform well against regional opponents. This success could help build momentum and confidence as the Bulldogs prepare for their next tournament.

The details

In the first game, Ferris State scored five runs in the second inning and four more in the sixth to defeat Missouri S&T. Alexis Kozlowski and Emma Gillard each had two hits for the Bulldogs. Pitcher Addison Gillard earned the win, allowing one earned run on two hits over three innings. In the second game, Ferris broke a 1-1 tie with three runs in the third inning and nine more in the fourth to defeat Quincy in five innings. Emma Herremans had three hits and two RBIs for the Bulldogs, while Kozlowski homered and Kaelinn Jozsa tripled. Pitcher Katie Shuboy earned the win, allowing one earned run on two hits over four and two-thirds innings.

  • The games were played on Friday, February 20, 2026 at the Dome Invitational in Rosemont, Illinois.

The players

Ferris State University

A public university located in Big Rapids, Michigan that fields a competitive NCAA Division II softball team.

Alexis Kozlowski

The first baseman for the Ferris State softball team who had two hits, including a double, in the win over Missouri S&T.

Emma Gillard

An outfielder for the Ferris State softball team who had two hits and scored twice in the win over Missouri S&T.

Addison Gillard

The Ferris State pitcher who earned the win in the first game, allowing one earned run on two hits over three innings.

Katie Shuboy

The Ferris State pitcher who earned the win in the second game, allowing one earned run on two hits over four and two-thirds innings.

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What’s next

The Ferris State softball team will next compete at the Bearcat Classic tournament in Marion, Illinois from February 27 to March 1, where they will face Kentucky Wesleyan and Indianapolis to open the event.

The takeaway

Ferris State's softball team is off to a strong 7-5 start to the season, including a five-game winning streak, demonstrating the program's continued competitiveness and ability to perform well against regional opponents. This early-season success could help build momentum and confidence as the Bulldogs prepare for their next tournament.