NMSU softball sweeps UTEP in Battle of I-10

TL;DR

NMSU softball completed a series sweep against UTEP with an 8-0 victory, showcasing strong offense and pitching. Madi Bachman and Destan Burks contributed key home runs, while Taryn Bennett limited UTEP to just two hits.

NMSU softball sweeps UTEP in Battle of I-10

LAS CRUCES, N.M.– NM State closed the UTEP series Sunday afternoon with a strong showing at the NM State Softball Complex. The Aggies struck early and continued to add on throughout the game, pairing consistent offense with a strong outing in the circle. NM State completed the series sweep with an 8-0 victory over the Miners.

NM State opened the scoring in the first as Madi Bachman launched a two‑run home run to give the Aggies an early advantage. The lead grew in the third when Destan Burks homered and Tamara Carranza delivered a two‑run double as part of a four‑run frame. NM State added insurance runs in the fourth and fifth, while Taryn Bennett held UTEP to just two hits to seal the run‑rule win.

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Taryn Bennett earned the win, tossing five scoreless innings and allowing just two hits.
Destan Burks went 3‑for‑4 with a home run, two RBIs, and two runs scored.
Madi Bachman finished 2‑for‑3 with a two‑run home run and three RBIs.
Tamara Carranza recorded a two‑run double and drove in two runs in the third inning.
Johnna Aragon collected two hits and scored once.

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Q&A

What was the final score of the NMSU vs UTEP softball game?

The final score was 8-0 in favor of NM State.

Who hit home runs for NMSU in the game against UTEP?

Madi Bachman and Destan Burks both hit home runs for NM State.

How did Taryn Bennett perform in the NMSU vs UTEP softball game?

Taryn Bennett had an impressive performance, allowing only two hits to UTEP throughout the game.