Montgomery, AL |  In a thrilling softball matchup between Grambling State and Alabama State, GSU fell short of being victorious with a final score of 6-4 at the HBCU Invitational.

The game kicked off with Alabama State taking an early lead in the first inning, with A. Denby's RBI single to center field, followed by a daring steal by J. Gardner to secure the second run. A. Scott's sacrifice bunt added another run to ALS's tally, putting them ahead 3-0 at the end of the first inning.

GSU fought back in the fourth inning, with T. Leadon's RBI single bringing in their first run of the game. The momentum continued to shift in the fifth inning as GSU's offense came alive, with stolen bases by K. Walls and K. Cash, along with key hits by K. Broussard and Z. Evans, narrowing the gap to just one run.

However, Alabama State maintained their composure, adding crucial runs in the bottom of the fifth inning, including another RBI by A. Denby. Despite GSU's efforts, ALS secured the win with a final score of 6-4.

Final Score
            R    H    E
GSU    4     7     1
ASU:    6    9     1

Next Up
The Lady Tigers with face Tuskegee and Florida A&M on Feb. 24, both games are slated to be back to back starting at 10 on day two of the HBCU Invitational.

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