Husker Softball Shuts Out Wisconsin

Nebraska's defense and freshman pitcher Alexis Jensen hold the Badgers scoreless.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:38am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic motion and energy of a college softball game, with the players' forms dissolved into vibrant, unrecognizable shapes.The Huskers' dominant pitching and timely hitting overwhelmed the Badgers, keeping Nebraska in contention for the Big Ten title.Madison Today

The No. 8 Nebraska softball team defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 5-0 on Friday night in Madison, Wisconsin. Freshman pitcher Alexis Jensen threw a complete game, allowing only two hits and striking out 10 batters. The Husker offense was led by Jordy Frahm's triple and double, Kacie Hoffmann's two RBIs, and a solo home run from Jesse Farrell. Nebraska improved to 31-6 overall and 12-1 in Big Ten play with the victory.

Why it matters

This win keeps Nebraska in contention for the Big Ten title, as they continue their strong start to the season. The Huskers' dominant pitching and timely hitting proved too much for the Badgers, who came into the game averaging over 6 runs per game.

The details

Freshman pitcher Alexis Jensen held Wisconsin's offense, which was averaging 6.1 runs per game, to just two hits and no runs. The Badgers were 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position. Jensen earned the win with her fourth complete game of the season, striking out 10 batters. Offensively, Jordy Frahm had a triple and a double, Kacie Hoffmann drove in two runs, and Jesse Farrell hit a solo home run to power the Huskers.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 11, 2026 in Madison, Wisconsin.
  • Nebraska and Wisconsin are scheduled to play again on Saturday, April 12, 2026 at 12 p.m. in Madison.

The players

Alexis Jensen

A freshman pitcher for the Nebraska Huskers who threw a complete game, allowing only two hits and striking out 10 batters.

Jordy Frahm

A player for the Nebraska Huskers who had a triple and a double in the game.

Kacie Hoffmann

A player for the Nebraska Huskers who drove in two runs with a single.

Jesse Farrell

A player for the Nebraska Huskers who hit a solo home run.

Wisconsin Badgers

The opposing team that was held to only two hits and no runs by the Nebraska Huskers.

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What they’re saying

“This was a great team win for us. Alexis Jensen was dominant in the circle and our offense came through with some timely hits.”

— Head Coach, Nebraska Huskers

What’s next

Nebraska and Wisconsin will play again on Saturday, April 12, 2026 at 12 p.m. in Madison, Wisconsin.

The takeaway

Nebraska's impressive pitching and balanced offensive attack proved too much for Wisconsin, as the Huskers continued their strong start to the season and kept themselves in contention for the Big Ten title.