Haskell softball loses to Saint Mary in doubleheader, more home games to come
Haskell Indian Nations University played the University of Saint Mary in a doubleheader at home on April 8, 2026, losing both games. The first game went extra innings, 5-6, and the second ended in a run-rule loss, 0-8.
The first game started with Saint Mary getting a two-run lead before Haskell responded with one of its own when Chasley Robert walked to score Ariana Munoz. The score of 1-2 would hold until the bottom of the third, when Haskell took the lead. Paizley Aldrich hit a double, scoring Abrianna Herrera and Abrielle Herrera before a pitching change ended the inning with Haskell up 3-2.
Saint Mary regained the lead in the fifth inning, 3-4, and added another run in the seventh, making it 3-5. In a two-out rally, Haskell tied the game with Robert hitting a ground ball to score Mariah Graves and Abrianna Herrera. Saint Mary would take a one-run lead into the bottom of the eighth inning where they also had a new pitcher. This new arm left Haskell scoreless, with the game ending at 5-6.
The second game was a five-inning, 0-8, run-rule loss, the minimum number of innings and runs to achieve such a feat. Haskell reached base three times with an error getting Abrielle Herrera on base, followed by a line drive from Robert at the bottom of the second inning. This would be Abrielle Herreras’ last appearance as she would be taken out of the game with an apparent hand injury.
Aldrich would get a hit in the fifth inning, but it was simply too late as the next batter up struck out, ending the game 0-8, Haskell’s 20th run-rule loss of the year.
Haskell has 12 games remaining on the schedule, including 10 home games. It is unclear when Abrielle Herrera will make a return.
“Abrielle has been working hard through her injury, and we are continuing to evaluate her progress day by day,” said head coach Jolene Shield-Dzakic. “Our priority is making sure she is fully healthy before returning, and we’re hopeful to have her back soon, but we will continue to take the necessary steps to ensure she’s ready when she returns.”
Haskell’s next game is at home on April 16, 2026 against Kansas Christian College at 1 and 3 p.m.
“We’re emphasizing execution, confidence, and playing complete games so we can build positive momentum moving forward,” Shield-Dzakic said.
Shield-Dzakic also emphasized the importance of fan support.
“Our players feed off the energy and support,” she said. “That kind of environment can make a big difference in helping us stay motivated and competitive.”
