Sophomore Jennifer Gilbert led the Ball State softball team's offense Friday with a two home run game including a grand slam to beat Belmont University 14-3 in the Frost Classic Inspired by Memorial Tournament after dropping game one to Troy University 9-4.
The Cardinals lost to Troy despite out hitting them 11 to 4. Seniors Audrey Workman and Kim Mazzapica gave up 11 walks and Ball State committed 3 errors in the game.
Sophomore Taylor Rager and sophomore Audrey Bickel provided the offense for the Cardinals each finishing with a double and 2 RBIs.
In game two, Gilbert finished the game 4 for 4 with two doubles to go with her two home runs and 6 RBIs to break out of some early season struggles. Bickel added a 2 for 3 day with a home run and 4 RBIs.
The Cardinals head into day two of the tournament with a overall record of 3-3. They will play Cleveland State at 11 a.m. and then Dayton at 3:30 p.m.
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