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Radford Today
By the People, for the People
Hawkeye Softball Sweeps Saturday Doubleheader
Iowa softball team defeats Radford and Campbell at Campbell Invitational
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The University of Iowa softball team swept day two of the Campbell Invitational, blanking Radford 4-0 and beating Campbell 10-4 on Saturday. The Hawkeyes got strong pitching performances and timely hitting to earn the two victories.
Why it matters
The Hawkeyes' sweep on Saturday improves their overall record to 10-3 on the season and builds momentum heading into the final day of the Campbell Invitational tournament. The team's ability to win both games convincingly demonstrates their depth and versatility as they continue their non-conference schedule.
The details
In the first game against Radford, senior pitcher Serayah Neiss threw four shutout innings, allowing just four hits. The Hawkeyes scored runs in the first, third, and fourth innings to build a 4-0 lead, with RBIs from Devin Simon, McKenzie Leitgen, and Tory Bennett. In the second game against Campbell, Iowa rallied from an early 3-1 deficit, scoring eight runs in the fifth inning to take control of the game. Phoenyx Silva hit her first career home run, and Bennett drove in three runs to lead the offensive outburst.
- The Hawkeyes swept the doubleheader on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
- The first game against Radford was played in the morning, while the second game against Campbell was in the afternoon.
The players
Serayah Neiss
A senior pitcher for the University of Iowa softball team who threw four shutout innings against Radford.
Devin Simon
A junior outfielder for the University of Iowa softball team who scored a run in the first game against Radford.
McKenzie Leitgen
A freshman infielder for the University of Iowa softball team who hit a home run and double, driving in two runs against Radford.
Tory Bennett
A senior outfielder for the University of Iowa softball team who hit a home run and two doubles, driving in three runs on the day.
Phoenyx Silva
A freshman infielder for the University of Iowa softball team who hit her first career home run against Campbell.
What they’re saying
“We had two bounce back wins today. Our offense was able to compete and battle through seven innings against Radford. It was nice to see our pitchers throw a combined shutout and the defense was there to back them up. I felt like pitching has turned the corner and they are executing well. It was fun to see the offense come off the leash in the second game. We had a lot of big hits, especially Phoenyx Silva's first career home run. Overall, I am proud of the team and how they came out and showed out today.”
— Stacy May-Johnson, Head Coach (1630kcjj.com)
What’s next
The Hawkeyes will return to action on Sunday for the final day of the Campbell Invitational, facing Miami Ohio at 9:30 a.m. CT.
The takeaway
The Hawkeyes' dominant doubleheader sweep on Saturday demonstrates the team's depth, versatility, and ability to bounce back from early deficits. With strong pitching and timely hitting, Iowa has built momentum heading into the final day of the Campbell Invitational tournament.
