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Bowling Green Today
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Falcons blast Bobcats, 8-1
BGSU softball team explodes for 14 hits in win over Ohio University
Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:53am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competitive spirit of a Mid-American Conference softball showdown.Bowling Green TodayThe Bowling Green State University softball team exploded for a season-high 14 hits en route to an 8-1 win over Ohio University on Saturday (April 11) afternoon. The win gave the Falcons a split of the teams' Mid-American Conference doubleheader, with the Bobcats capturing the opening game 9-3.
Why it matters
The Falcons' win in the second game helped them top their win total from all of last season, showing the team's improvement this year. The matchup between the two Mid-American Conference rivals also highlights the competitive nature of the conference softball race.
The details
In the second game, Hannah Simko went 4-for-4 at the plate with a walk, while Hannah Hunt had a double in each game and went 3-for-5 in the nightcap. Katie Hutter and Addie Martin each had a two-run hit in the second game, and Hanna Massaro had four RBIs on the day. The Bobcats were led by Belle Hummel and Colleen Bare, who combined for five hits and six RBIs in the opening game.
- The doubleheader took place on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
- The Falcons and Bobcats will close their three-game series on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with first pitch set for noon.
The players
Hannah Simko
A Bowling Green State University softball player who went 4-for-4 at the plate in the second game with a walk.
Hannah Hunt
A Bowling Green State University softball player who had a double in each game of the doubleheader and went 3-for-5 in the nightcap.
Katie Hutter
A Bowling Green State University softball player who had a two-run hit in the second game.
Addie Martin
A Bowling Green State University softball player who had a two-run hit in the second game.
Hanna Massaro
A Bowling Green State University softball player who had four RBIs on the day.
What’s next
The Falcons and Bobcats will close their three-game series on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with first pitch set for noon at Ohio Softball Field.
The takeaway
The Falcons' offensive explosion in the second game, led by strong performances from several players, helped the team top its win total from last season and split the doubleheader with its Mid-American Conference rival. The series finale on Sunday will be an important matchup as the teams continue their conference schedule.
