MONTGOMERY, Ala. | The Alabama State University softball team struggled out of the gate, falling to Murray State University 9-2 at the Barbara Williams Softball Complex on Sunday.

Kaitlyn Hill (0-1) started and took the loss in the circle for Alabama State (1-2).

HOW IT HAPPENED

Trailing 7-0, the Hornets first put runs on the board in the fifth inning. Alabama State picked up a pair of runs in the frame. The Hornets were unable to get any closer, as Murray State added two runs to their tally on the way to a 9-2 final.

GAME NOTES

» Alabama State's highest scoring inning was the fifth, when it pushed two runs across.
» Alabama State pitchers faced 37 Murray State hitters in the game, allowing three ground balls and 14 fly balls while striking out one.
» McKenzie Owens led the Hornets at the plate, going 1 for 3 with two RBI.
» Murray State was led offensively by Allie Waldron, who went 3 for 4 with a double, two home runs and four RBI.
» Hailey Brereton led the Racers pitching staff, throwing five innings of two-run ball.