Bronx, N.Y. – The Lehman College softball team dropped a non-conference doubleheader to visiting St. Joseph's University-NY (12-3, 13-2) on Wednesday at South Field. The Lightning go to a 4-6 overall record, while the Bears improved to an 11-5 mark.
In the twin-bill opener, Lehman trailed 4-2 early, before St. Joseph's-NY outscored the hosts 8 to 1 for the victory. Outfielder
Lizbeth Perez scored twice for the Lightning, while pitcher
Jireh Espina and shortstop
Nicolle Swierczek had an RBI each.
In the nightcap, Lehman once again trailed early (3-1), before St. Joseph's-NY went on a 10 to 1 run to complete the doubleheader sweep. Outfielder
Yudelis Pena and infielder
Patria Sanchez scored the Lightning, while infielder
Angelina Perez and teammate
Damaris Adames each had an RBI.
Lehman is back in action on Saturday (April 5th) when it visits Hunter College, for a CUNYAC doubleheader, at noon.