UWEC Sweeps Rival Stout in Softball

The Blugolds and Blue Devils delivered a highly competitive 5.5-hour twinbill at Bollinger Field. UWEC held off Stout 9-6 in the first game before staging a dramatic comeback in the nightcap. After trailing 3-0 entering the fifth inning, the Blugolds exploded for 10 runs before holding off a determined Stout rally that fell short at 10-9. likesport.biz

The victory extends UWEC's record to 28-10 and continues the compelling rivalry between the neighboring WIAC schools. Student-athletes faced a grueling day, with some attending morning classes before the afternoon doubleheader.