On Wednesday night, the Bobcats veered back off course.
It wasn't the usual cast of characters that showed up in dire situations for Texas State (21-10, 2-4 Sun Belt) during its 9-4 loss to Incarnate Word (11-17) in nine innings.
Sophomore pitcher Randi Rupp gave up a three-run homer to Alex Alonzo during her only inning inside the circle. Lead-off hitter Kelli Baker was walked once, but otherwise didn't reach base in three other plate appearances and junior Quincy Charleston, who has been solid in spots this season, also surrendered a three-run home run to Alonzo in the top of the ninth.