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IU Softball's Jamie Green in a recent home game

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Softball Hosts Delaware Valley for a Non-Conference Doubleheader this Afternoon

Softball vs. Delaware Valley (DH)
Tuesday, April 14 | 3 & 5 p.m.
IU Softball Field | Immaculata, Pa.
 
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WHAT TO KNOW
  • The Immaculata softball team (8-16, 2-6 AEC) returns to the IU Softball Field this afternoon when they host Delaware Valley University for a non-conference doubleheader.
  • Immaculata enters today's doubleheader after dropping both games of their doubleheader vs Widener on Thursday, falling 8-1 and 2-1.
  • Delaware Valley (19-7, 4-6 MAC Freedom) enters today's doubleheader dropping both games of their conference doubleheader vs Lebanon Valley on Saturday, falling 6-1 and 6-3.
 
SERIES HISTORY
  • Tuesday will mark the ninth and tenth meetings between Immaculata and Delaware Valley in a series that began in 2019.
  • Immaculata is 5-3 all-time vs Delaware Valley.
 
LAST MEETING
  • Immaculata defeated Delaware Valley in their last meeting, 5-1 in the second game of their doubleheader on April 22, 2025, at Delaware Valley to earn a split.
  • Emma Pinto was 2-4 with an RBI, Jess Oldham was 2-4, with two runs scored, and Emma Mercadante earned the win, going the distance, allowing only four hits, one earned run, and had three strikeouts.
 
MIGHTY MAC NOTES
  • Alexis Andrada has been one of the team's most consistent offensive leaders, hitting .375 with a team-high 21 RBI and 27 hits in 72 at-bats. She combines gap power (5 doubles, 2 triples) with run production and has started all 23 games. Defensively, she has been active with 82 chances.
  • Carlee Karcher is a dynamic top-of-the-order bat, hitting .373 with a team-best .573 slugging percentage. She leads the team in extra-base hits (9 doubles, 3 triples) and has scored 16 runs while driving in 14. With a strong .429 on-base percentage and solid defense (.923), she is one of the most complete players in the lineup.
  • Jamie Green is a key middle-of-the-order contributor, batting .333 with 26 hits and 13 RBI while leading the team with 1 home run. She has shown extra-base hit ability with five doubles and two triples.
  • Natalia Donofrio provides speed and energy, hitting .316 while leading the team with 9 stolen bases in 12 attempts. She has scored 13 runs in limited starts (11) and is a disruptive presence on the bases.
  • Rylee Martin brings power and versatility, batting .275 with 2 home runs and an impressive .650 slugging percentage. She contributed 6 RBI and showed speed with 2 stolen bases, while anchoring defensively with a strong .953 fielding percentage across 106 chances.
  • Emma Pinto has been a steady presence both offensively and defensively, hitting .245 with 9 RBI while posting a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage behind the plate, and is a key defensive leader for the team.
  • Naila Valdez is a dependable everyday player, hitting .234 with 11 hits and 3 RBI. She contributes solid defense with a .971 fielding percentage and has added 2 stolen bases, providing steady play on both sides of the ball.
  • Sara Pierson is the team's primary starter, posting a 3.37 ERA over 74.2 innings with 52 strikeouts. Despite a 2–9 record, she has been the most reliable arm and often keeps the team competitive.
  • Nadia Bhuiyan holds a 4.41 ERA with a 2–1 record across 46 innings. She provides solid middle rotation support and has recorded 23 strikeouts.
 
SCOUTING DELAWARE VALLEY
  • Madison Donnelly has been an elite table-setter, hitting a team-best .436 with 34 hits and 19 runs scored. She adds gap power with 6 doubles and 2 triples while posting a strong .471 on-base percentage. Defensively, she has been highly dependable with a .982 fielding percentage and 170 total chances.
  • Tessa Fredericks is one of the most dynamic players on the roster, batting .429 with 30 hits, 22 runs, and a .686 slugging percentage. She combines speed and power with 5 doubles, 5 triples, and a home run, while also contributing as a pitcher with a 2.74 ERA and 3–1 record.
  • Laila Murray is a consistent run producer, batting .343 with 19 RBI and a .457 slugging percentage. She has been flawless defensively (1.000 fielding) and provides steady production in the middle of the lineup.
  • Morgan Mecham is the ace of the staff, posting a 1.56 ERA with an 8–2 record over 71.2 innings. She has struck out 63 batters while holding opponents to a .203 average, making her the most dominant arm on the team.
  • Madison Karns has been an outstanding complement to the ace, going 7–4 with a 1.99 ERA across 70.1 innings. With 48 strikeouts and strong control, she gives the team a dependable second starter.
 
UP NEXT
  • The Immaculata softball team will be back in action on Saturday, April 18, when they travel to Gwynedd Mercy University for an AEC doubleheader with games at 12 and 2 p.m.
 
 
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Players Mentioned

Nadia Bhuiyan

#17 Nadia Bhuiyan

P
5' 9"
Sophomore
R/R
Carlee Karcher

#25 Carlee Karcher

3B
5' 6"
Junior
R/R
Rylee Martin

#9 Rylee Martin

1B/C
5' 4"
Junior
L
Emma Mercadante

#3 Emma Mercadante

P/IF
5' 5"
Senior
R/R
Jess Oldham

#29 Jess Oldham

SS/P
5' 6"
Fifth Year
R/R
Emma Pinto

#6 Emma Pinto

C/2B
5' 4"
Junior
R/R
Naila Valdez

#21 Naila Valdez

2B/SS
4' 11"
Sophomore
R/R
Alexis Andrada

#5 Alexis Andrada

SS/U
5' 7"
Freshman
R/R
Natalia Donofrio

#4 Natalia Donofrio

OF
5' 1"
Freshman
L/R
Jamie Green

#26 Jamie Green

OF
5' 2"
Freshman
R/R

Players Mentioned

Nadia Bhuiyan

#17 Nadia Bhuiyan

5' 9"
Sophomore
R/R
P
Carlee Karcher

#25 Carlee Karcher

5' 6"
Junior
R/R
3B
Rylee Martin

#9 Rylee Martin

5' 4"
Junior
L
1B/C
Emma Mercadante

#3 Emma Mercadante

5' 5"
Senior
R/R
P/IF
Jess Oldham

#29 Jess Oldham

5' 6"
Fifth Year
R/R
SS/P
Emma Pinto

#6 Emma Pinto

5' 4"
Junior
R/R
C/2B
Naila Valdez

#21 Naila Valdez

4' 11"
Sophomore
R/R
2B/SS
Alexis Andrada

#5 Alexis Andrada

5' 7"
Freshman
R/R
SS/U
Natalia Donofrio

#4 Natalia Donofrio

5' 1"
Freshman
L/R
OF
Jamie Green

#26 Jamie Green

5' 2"
Freshman
R/R
OF