Mitchell, S.D. - Dakota Wesleyan capped off an impressive day with a dominant doubleheader sweep over College of Saint Mary on Friday, winning 11-3 in Game 1 and 8-3 in Game 2. The Tigers' offense was firing on all cylinders, amassing a total of 23 hits across the two games. Peyton Bagley, Sophie Wietzema, and Avery Perkins were standout contributors, combining for key RBIs and big hits in both contests.
Game 1: Dakota Wesleyan 8, College of Saint Mary 4
Dakota Wesleyan improved to 22-6 (3-0 GPAC) with an 8-4 win over College of Saint Mary on Thursday afternoon. The Tigers recorded 11 hits in the game while holding the Flames to three runs on nine hits. Peyton Bagley led the offense with a two-run home run, while Sophie Wietzema and Macy Moore each contributed key RBIs.
Dakota Wesleyan took an early lead, scoring two runs in the first inning and adding three more in the third. McKinnely Mull went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base, while Wietzema added two hits and two RBIs. Alison Ernsberger pitched a complete game, allowing three runs on nine hits with seven strikeouts and three walks over seven innings. College of Saint Mary struggled defensively, committing five errors that led to additional scoring opportunities for the Tigers.
The Flames managed to cut into the lead with two runs in the sixth, but Dakota Wesleyan responded with two runs of its own in the bottom half to secure the win. The Tigers remain undefeated in conference play and will look to continue their momentum in their next matchup.
Game 2: Dakota Wesleyan 11, College of Saint Mary 3 - 6 Innings
Dakota Wesleyan continued its strong start to conference play with an 11-3 victory over College of Saint Mary on Friday afternoon. The Tigers improved to 23-6 overall and remain undefeated in the GPAC with a 4-0 record. Dakota Wesleyan's offense was firing on all cylinders, racking up 15 hits, including a home run, triple, and three doubles. Peyton Bagley and Sophie Wietzema were key contributors, combining for five hits, five RBIs, and three runs scored in a decisive offensive performance.
The game began with both teams trading runs in the first two innings, but it was the Tigers who seized control in the bottom of the second. After College of Saint Mary evened the score at 1-1, Dakota Wesleyan exploded for four runs in the second inning, including a two-run single by Wietzema and a key RBI from Bagley. The Tigers' offense continued to roll, adding two more runs in the third and five more in the fifth, highlighted by Wietzema's two-run home run. Avery Perkins and McKinnely Mull each contributed with two RBIs, helping to build a commanding 11-3 lead.
On the mound, Keirstyn Krcil turned in a solid performance for the Tigers, allowing just three earned runs on eight hits while striking out three over six innings of work. Despite College of Saint Mary's best efforts, they couldn't keep up with Dakota Wesleyan's explosive offense. The Flames struggled with their defense, committing five errors on the day, which led to several unearned runs. Megan Garcia and Victoria Placzek combined to allow 11 runs (nine earned) on 15 hits for College of Saint Mary, who dropped to 2-14 on the season and 0-2 in conference play. With the win, Dakota Wesleyan looks to carry this momentum forward as they continue their strong conference campaign.
Up Next
The Tigers will have a double header tomorrow against Concordia (Neb.) at 1:00 p.m.