Kent State Softball Earns Series Win Over UMass

The Kent State softball team secured a series victory over the University of Massachusetts (UMass) on Thursday, March 13, 2026, showcasing a strong offensive performance and solid fielding. The Golden Flashes demonstrated their hitting prowess throughout the game, highlighted by key contributions from several players.

Game Highlights

Aaralyn Nogay led the offensive charge, homering to right field with an RBI. Gabby Quinn also contributed with a single to center field, driving in a run, and later homered to center field, scoring two runs. Alex Trevena added an RBI single through the left side, even as Caleigh Shaulis doubled to left center, bringing in two runs.

Key Offensive Plays

• 2nd Inning: Gabby Quinn singled to center field, driving in Ashlyn Porter. Alex Trevena followed with an RBI single.
• 3rd Inning: Aaralyn Nogay walked with the bases loaded, scoring Alex Trevena.
• 4th Inning: Brynn Libler executed a sacrifice fly, scoring Brooke Aberle.
• 5th Inning: Caleigh Shaulis doubled to left center, driving in Aaralyn Nogay and Alex Trevena.
• 7th Inning: Megan Claerhout singled to center field, scoring Caleigh Shaulis.
• 8th Inning: Leilani Johnson doubled to right center, scoring Megan Claerhout.
• 9th Inning: Gabby Quinn homered to center field, scoring Leilani Johnson.
• 14th Inning: Aaralyn Nogay tripled to right center, scoring Alex Trevena and Brooke Aberle.

Defensive Contributions

The Golden Flashes also displayed strong defensive play. Brynn Libler recorded a sacrifice hit, and Aaralyn Nogay also had a sacrifice hit. Megan Claerhout and Gabby Quinn, along with Alex Trevena, formed a double play. Kelsey Salopek and Aaralyn Nogay each stole a base.

Player Statistics

• Aaralyn Nogay: 1 home run, 1 walk, 2 RBIs, 1 stolen base, 1 sacrifice hit, 1 triple.
• Gabby Quinn: 1 home run, 1 single, 2 RBIs, 1 stolen base.
• Alex Trevena: 1 single, 1 RBI.
• Caleigh Shaulis: 1 double, 2 RBIs, 1 stolen base.
• Megan Claerhout: 1 single, 1 RBI.
• Leilani Johnson: 1 double, 1 RBI.
• Brynn Libler: 1 sacrifice hit.

Looking Ahead

With this series win, Kent State continues to build momentum as the season progresses. The team’s strong offensive output and solid defensive plays demonstrate their potential for success in the Mid-American Conference and beyond. Fans can appear forward to continued exciting performances from the Golden Flashes as they face upcoming challenges.