TUSCALOOSA, Ala.  | The Alabama State University softball fell on the raod to the No. 23 University of Alabama Crimson Tide 6-4 on Tuesday.

Freshman Kaitlyn Hill (0-9) got the ball to start for Alabama State (8-27) and took the loss. Freshman Mason Quinnie was a bright spot for the Hornets, coming out of the bullpen and throwing 2.2 shutout innings, allowing one hit, with three walks and one strikeout.

HOW IT HAPPENED

The Hornets were trailing 3-0 in the third inning when they first put runs on the board. Alabama State's offense started clicking and put up four runs, including a two-run single off the bat of junior Alana Scott. The Hornets were unable to hold the lead, as Alabama scored three times over the remaining four innings to grab the 6-4 win.

GAME NOTES

» Alabama State's highest scoring inning was the third, when it pushed four runs across.
» Alabama State went 3-for-6 (.500) with runners in scoring position.
» Alabama State pitchers limited Alabama to just 1-for-8 (.125) with runners in scoring position.
» Alabama State pitchers faced 31 Alabama hitters in the game, allowing three ground balls and 12 fly balls while striking out one.
» Scott led the Hornets at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI.
» Alabama was led offensively by junior Riley Valentine, who went 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
» Senior Catelyn Riley led the Crimson Tide pitching staff, throwing three shutout innings.

Alabama State rerturns to SWAC play at Mississippi Valley State on Friday in Itta Bena, Miss.