Softball | 4/3/2026 5:02:00 PM
Winfield, Kan. — Southwestern College returns to conference play looking to snap a skid as the Moundbuilders travel to face Bethany College in a KCAC softball series in Lindsborg.
Southwestern (5-23, 1-13 KCAC) enters the matchup seeking momentum after a challenging stretch, having dropped its last eight games. The Moundbuilders have struggled offensively at times this season, hitting .226 as a team while scoring 49 total runs through 26 games.
Despite the recent results, Southwestern has shown flashes at the plate behind Taylor Mesna, who leads the team with a .371 batting average and 26 hits, while Tiara Henry adds a .275 average and 19 hits on the season.
Bethany (10-19, 4-8 KCAC) comes in with a more consistent offensive attack, batting .273 as a team and averaging steady production at the plate. The Swedes are led by Ulissa Rivas, who is hitting .429 with six home runs and 35 RBIs, while Avery Newmiller is batting .421 and provides additional run production.
In the circle, Bethany holds a slight edge statistically, though both staffs have faced challenges limiting opposing offenses this season.
The series presents an opportunity for both teams to gain ground in the KCAC standings, with Southwestern looking to turn close games into wins and Bethany aiming to build on its conference record.
First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m. in Lindsborg, with Game 2 to follow at 3 p.m.
