SAN DIEGO – Wichita State defeated Utah Tech, 2-0, but was run-ruled in the second game of the Torero Classic Friday afternoon vs. Boise State, 8-0.
Wichita State (5-3) was shutout for the first time since March 18 of last season.
Game 1 vs. Utah Tech
Lauren Howell (2-1) picked up her second win in the circle behind a career-high seven strikeouts in the complete game shutout. She allowed only four hits and one walk.
Wichita State's offense was held in check in large part to pitcher-friendly park. In most ballparks, Wichita State would have had at least three home runs.