IRVING, Texas - Strong offensive performances defined the series between the Crusaders and Yellowjackets, with the Crusaders picking up two midweek victories. Dallas (7-16, 3-12 SCAC) swept Howard Payne (3-11).

The opening game saw Dallas take control with an 8-5 victory, led by timely hitting and a solid pitching performance from Ava Trevino. Game two featured another strong offensive showing, with the Crusaders capitalizing on key opportunities to secure a close 5-3 win and clinch the series. Each game came down to the last out and nothing was guaranteed, just earned.

G1 | UDallas 8, Howard Payne 5

Dallas found offensive success early, tallying 11 hits and scoring in key moments to secure the win. Emily Luna (1-for-4, RBI) and Keely Mathis (2-for-3, RBI) sparked the offense, while MacKenzie Flocke and Kailey Sweezey each drove in two runs.

On the mound, Ava Trevino (W, 1-6) delivered a strong start, allowing three earned runs on five hits over six innings while striking out four. Kristiana Guerra closed the game with a solid seventh, surrendering two runs but limiting further damage to secure the win.

G2 | UDallas 5, Howard Payne 3

A balanced offensive effort helped Dallas claim game two. Katie Duffy-Relf (1-for-3, 2 RBI) highlighted the attack with a key triple, while Erika Gazalski and Lizette Sosa each added an RBI.

SunnyDale Thies (W, 3-3) led the way on the mound, allowing just two earned runs across six innings while striking out four. Kristiana Guerra earned the save with a scoreless seventh inning, sealing the series sweep.

Up Next

UDallas will face McMurry in Abilene, TX, Friday, March. 21 at 6PM