TAMPA, Fla. – Illinois State (0-3) played two close games against No. 16/13 Michigan (2-0) and No. 6/5 Florida (1-0) that ultimately both resulted in losses for the Redbirds. The 'Birds were able to scratch one across against the Wolverines and were knocking on the door with bases loaded against the Gators.
GAME 1 (No. 16/13 Michigan)
BIRD BITS
Top Offensive Players:
Pitching Breakdown
BY THE NUMBER / KEY INNINGS
- Reili Gardner bunted her way on in the top of the third inning to record Illinois State's first hit of the day and Gardner's first of the season.