ARKADELPHIA, Ark. - The Arkansas-Monticello softball team opened its second GAC series on Friday afternoon at Dee White Field in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, taking on the home team, Henderson State. The Blossoms left the series opener with a 2-1 win over the Reddies.

Game 1, 7 Innings 
Arkansas-Monticello: 2, Henderson State: 1
WP: Makenzie Martin (3-3)
LP: Presley Applegate (4-2)
SV: None

Scoring Recap:
Henderson State took the lead in the third, scoring its only run of the ball game on an infield single.

Freshman Zoe Bridges pushed the Blossoms ahead in the sixth, driving in Jade Keaton and Jolie Bazan on a pinch-hit double to right center.

No other runs were scored in the game. resulting in a 2-1 win for UAM.

Pitching Performances
- Makenzie Martin tossed a complete game for the Blossoms, allowing only one run on six hits. She struck out two batters on the afternoon.

Offensive Showcase
- Zoe Bridges - 1-for-1 with a double and 2 RBI

ON DECK FOR THE BLOSSOMS
The Blossoms play the remaining two games with the Reddies tomorrow, February 28, at Dee White Field. First pitch of the doubleheader is set for 12:00 p.m.

All live streams and live stats will be available as clickable links on the UAM Softball schedule.

How to follow the Blossoms: For more information on Arkansas-Monticello Blossoms softball, visit www.uamsports.com and follow the team's social media channels by searching "UAM Softball" on Twitter and Instagram.

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