Dukes Shutout in Final Game Against Lady Eagles

Harrisonburg, Va.   –   James Madison Softball was held to two hits in the loss of the series’ final game against Southern Miss, 2-0, Saturday morning in Veterans Memorial Park in conference play.

JMU (21-22, 7-10 SBC) received its two hits from sophomore Payton List and freshman Raegan Wall. Freshman Madalyn Johnson spun 4.1 innings from the circle recording two strikeouts, and allowing four hits with two earned runs.

USM (20-24, 8-9 SBC) earned its eighth win in Sun Belt play under a complete shutout game from freshman Kayla Giardina.

How it happened

Second inning - SOUTHERN MISS 1, JAMES MADISON 0

• Jana Lee sent a solo shot over the left-center wall.

Fourth inning - SOUTHERN MISS 2, JAMES MADISON 0

• Paris Ferguson singled through the right side, sending Maddie Weeks home.

Game Notes

• James Madison holds the advantage 3-2 in the all-time series over Southern Miss
• Kylee Gleason is two hits away from hit 100.
• JMU avoided any strikeouts at the plate for the third time this season.

Up Next

James Madison continues the homestead on Tuesday, April 22, with Virginia coming in for a midweek matchup. The first pitch is set for 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. You can follow along by tuning on ESPN+.