Texas A&M softball run-rule Saint Francis 18-0 in Regional blowout on Friday afternoon
Texas A&M flexed its offensive and defensive power in Game 2 of the Bryan-College Station Regional, securing a commanding 18-0 victory over the Saint Francis Red Flash on Friday evening.
The Aggies' explosive offense showed no signs of slowing down, racking up 18 runs on eight hits in just five innings. A&M capitalized on Saint Francis' struggles, as the Red Flash set a record with 14 walks, keeping the bases loaded all game long. SEC All-Tournament standouts Koko Wooley and Amari Harper led the charge, going a flawless 6-for-6 with nine RBIs, with Harper launching the only home run of the day.
On the mound, Sydney Lessentine and Sidne Peters delivered a dominant no-hitter, allowing only one walk while striking out eight batters. This performance was crucial for freshman Lessentine, who gained valuable postseason experience, while Peters' strong return from injury provided a much-needed boost for Texas A&M's pitching rotation.
Texas A&M will face Liberty in Game 3 of the Bryan-College Station regional on Saturday at 1:00 pm. CT. The game will be available to watch on ESPN+.
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