Gulf Shores, Ala. — Lamar State College Port Arthur Softball opened Day 1 of the Coyote Classic on Friday with a resilient, confidence‑building performance. After facing the defending NJCAA Division II national champions in the opener, the Seahawks bounced back in game two to secure their first victory of the 2026 campaign. LSCPA moves to 1–5 overall, but Friday's showing reflected clear growth and competitive edge.
Game 1: Co-Lin 13, LSCPA 1
Moreno's Early Home Run Sparks Strong Start
LSCPA struck first against the reigning national champions when Abigail Moreno blasted a solo home run to left in the opening inning, giving the Seahawks an early jolt of momentum.
Co-Lin answered with steady scoring through the middle frames and a late push in the seventh. Aubre Fuller worked five innings in the circle, while Marissa Montoya paced the offense with two hits. Moreno's early homer set an assertive tone that carried into the second game.
Game 2: LSCPA 5, Johnson County 4
Hurt Dominates as Seahawks Capture First Win
The Seahawks responded with purpose in game two, building a five‑run cushion by the fourth inning and holding off a late Johnson County rally to notch their first win of the season.
Moreno continued her strong day with an RBI single in the first. LSCPA added another run in the third and kept pressure on with timely hitting. Jillian Vykukal led the offense with a 2‑for‑3 performance, while Quinn Zaragoza and Moreno each drove in a run.
Sophomore pitcher Kendall Hurt delivered one of the standout performances of the tournament's opening day. She threw 6.1 innings, allowing six hits and no earned runs, striking out six with just one walk. Fuller entered in relief to help close out the victory.
The win underscored LSCPA's resilience and ability to respond after a challenging opener.
Looking Ahead
The Seahawks return to action Saturday, Valentine's Day, with two more opportunities to build on Friday's momentum. They'll take the field at 3:45 p.m. for game one, followed by a 6:00 p.m. matchup to wrap up Day 2 of the Coyote Classic.
With confidence rising and key contributors stepping up, LSCPA appears poised to continue climbing as tournament play continues.
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