NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Two Indiana State pitchers combined to throw a shutout on Friday as the Sycamores defeated the Tennessee State softball team 2-0 in its home opener. The Tigers were scheduled to play two games in today's Roar City Invitational tournament, but could not get their second game in due to evening thunderstorms. 

Holly Ayala (0-2) started and took the loss in the circle for Tennessee State (1-4). Caitlyn Manus was a bright spot out of the bullpen, going four shutout innings while allowing two hits, walking one, and striking out two.

Offensively, the Tigers were paced by Mikayla Duke, who went 1-for-3 on the day with a double.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Tennessee State managed zero chances with runners on third in the shutout, going a total of 0-for-3 with runners in scoring position. The Tigers last got a runner on third in the fifth, when Duke made it 60 feet away from scoring with one out.

GAME NOTES

» Tennessee State pitchers limited Indiana State to just 1-for-8 (.125) with runners in scoring position.
» Tennessee State pitchers faced 29 Indiana State hitters in the game, allowing 10 ground balls and seven fly balls while striking out four.
» Duke led the Tigers at the plate, going 1-for-3 with a double.
» Indiana State was led offensively by I. Henning, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
» Newbanks led the Sycamores pitching staff, throwing six scoreless innings.

Next Up

The Tigers will return to action tomorrow at a time to be announced. Check back here to see the updated game times for tomorrow.