WORCESTER, MA. – The Smith College softball team hit the road Friday afternoon for a NEWMAC doubleheader against WPI at Rooftop Field. Despite a strong effort in game two, the Pioneers dropped both contests, falling 10–2 in five innings in the opener before coming up just short in a 6–5 extra-inning battle in the nightcap.

Game One – WPI 10, Smith 2 (5 innings)
WPI capitalized early and often, scoring in each of the first four innings to build a 6–2 lead before a four-run fifth secured the run-rule victory. Smith's offense saw contributions from five different hitters, while Emilie Doty (Arlington, VA/Washington-Liberty) made the start in the circle. The Pioneers were held scoreless after the third inning and committed three errors defensively. Bailey Gray (Missouri City, TX/Ridge Point) and Lily Hacket both knocked in runs for Smith. 

Game Two – WPI 6, Smith 5 (8 innings)
Smith came out swinging in the second game, jumping ahead 4–0 through the first three innings. Sophomore Bailey Gray (Missouri City, TX/Ridge Point) delivered a standout performance, launching a solo home run and driving in two runs. Ally Knutson (Green Bay, WI/Bay Port) added two doubles and two RBIs at the top of the order, while Piper Corey (Phoenix, AZ/Horizon Honors) reached base twice and scored twice. Despite leading for much of the game, the Engineers tied it late and pushed across the game-winning run in the eighth. Emilie Doty (Arlington, VA/Washington-Liberty) threw 5.0 solid innings in relief, striking out six.

Up Next

Smith returns to action with another conference matchup on deck with Clark university tomorrow afternoon. First pitch is set for 12:00pm. 
 

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