News Summary
The San Diego State softball team is set to compete against the Nevada Wolf Pack in a crucial three-game series this weekend in Reno. With a strong historical advantage in their rivalry, the Aztecs aim to maintain their winning streak following a successful series last week. Star player Jade Ignacio is on fire, contributing significantly to the team’s success this season, while the pitching staff, led by Cece Cellura, has been impressive. SDSU’s performance in the Mountain West Conference has been remarkable, as they strive for another title.
San Diego’s Softball Stars Head to Reno for Critical Showdown
The excitement is building in San Diego as the San Diego State (SDSU) softball team gears up to face off against the Nevada Wolf Pack in a thrilling three-game series set to take place in Reno, Nevada, from Thursday to Saturday. Fans can catch all the action live on the Mountain West Network, with games scheduled at 3 p.m. on both Thursday and Friday, and a noon showdown on Saturday. It’s a weekend of softball that no one should miss!
History on SDSU’s Side
Looking back at the rivalry, SDSU holds an impressive 34-14 advantage in the all-time series against the Wolf Pack. In fact, the Aztecs have shown their dominance in the Mountain West (MW) tournament, defeating Nevada in the last two seasons. Under the leadership of head coach Stacey Nuveman Deniz, SDSU has recorded seven wins out of ten meetings with Nevada since she took over in 2022.
Last Week’s Big Win
Just last week, SDSU enjoyed a successful series at their own SDSU Softball Stadium, highlighted by a commanding 10-0 victory against San Diego. Star player Jade Ignacio had an outstanding week, batting an incredible .750 with a jaw-dropping 2.083 OPS. She completed an impressive cycle that included five singles, two doubles, a triple, and even her very first home run. What a week for Ignacio as she continues to shine on the field!
Familiar Faces in Reno
The Wolf Pack’s coaching staff features some familiar faces for Aztec enthusiasts. Head coach Victoria Hayward and assistant coach Delanie Wisz, both once part of the SDSU coaching team, are sure to bring a competitive edge to this matchup. Hayward stepped up as head coach at Nevada after assisting SDSU in 2022 and 2023. It’s sure to add an interesting twist to the rivalry!
SDSU’s Mountain West Journey
SDSU has been on quite the roll in their Mountain West seasons. They clinched the title in 2022 with a stellar 20-4 conference record, while in 2023 they finished just a half-game behind the champions with a 16-6 record. The Aztecs went on to secure both MW championships last season, finishing the regular season at 15-7 and sweeping the tournament with a perfect 3-0 record.
Currently, SDSU stands tied for first place in the conference with Fresno State after just two weeks into this season.
Pitching Powerhouse
This season, pitcher Cece Cellura has been making waves with an impressive 3.06 ERA and 41 strikeouts to her name. Other key players include Grace Uribe and freshman Ava Schaffel, making the pitching staff one of SDSU’s strongest assets. To add to the excitement, Cellura was recently honored as the Mountain West Co-Pitcher of the Week for the second time this season!
Previous Encounters with Nevada
In their past matchups against Nevada, SDSU faced a tough series where they lost the first two games but bounced back by winning the final game 1-0 in eight thrilling innings. Ignacio played a pivotal role in this victory by driving in Bella Espinoza for the only run during a tense pitchers’ duel. Grace Uribe started strong, allowing only two singles, while Cellura came in to close out the game with a remarkable strikeout performance.
What’s Next?
After their face-off against Nevada, SDSU will return home to host Fresno State for a doubleheader next Wednesday, with games set for 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.. The momentum is building, and fans are eagerly anticipating what the rest of the season will bring for the Aztecs. With so much talent and determination on display, one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be an exciting ride for the SDSU softball team!
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Additional Resources
- SDSU Softball: Cellura Garners Mountain West Honors
- Wikipedia: San Diego State Aztecs Softball
- SDSU Softball: Rallies for Extra Innings Win
- Google Search: SDSU Softball
- Mountain West: Softball Players of the Week
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Softball
- Watch: Nevada vs SDSU Softball Game Live
- Google News: Nevada Softball
