Georgia softball faced another tough SEC matchup, this time against No. 13 Missouri on April 19. The Bulldogs struggled to find success against SEC opponents once again, ultimately losing the game. Despite holding their opponent to only four runs, Georgia couldn’t generate enough offense to secure a win. Head coach Tony Baldwin expressed his disappointment in the team’s defensive performance during the game.
Both Georgia and Missouri finished with six hits each, but Missouri capitalized more effectively on their runners on base. The Tigers maintained the lead throughout the game, with Georgia not scoring until the sixth inning. Laurin Krings pitched a strong game for Missouri, recording four strikeouts and limiting Georgia’s scoring opportunities. While Georgia managed to score two runs in the sixth inning, it wasn’t enough to catch up to Missouri.
Lilli Backes started on the mound for Georgia, pitching nearly six full innings and recording three strikeouts. Destin Howard made her first relief pitching appearance in an SEC game, delivering a solid performance by not allowing any runs or hits. Despite the team’s efforts, Missouri was able to score all four of their runs before Georgia could mount a comeback.
Georgia had a chance to win their first SEC series at home since sweeping Alabama on March 17 but fell short in their matchup against Missouri. Despite the loss, Coach Baldwin remained optimistic about the team’s potential and their ability to bounce back in the next game.