IUSB Madison Formica in the outfield
IU Softball's Madison Formica in a game earlier this season

Softball

Softball visits Penn State Brandywine and Wilkes for Doubleheaders to Open the Week

Softball vs. Penn State Brandywine  
Monday, April 20 | 2 and 4 p.m.
MSI Sports Complex | Upper Chichester, Pa.
 
Softball vs. Wilkes
Tuesday, April 21 | 2 and 4 p.m.
Ralston Athletic Complex | Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

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WHAT TO KNOW
  • Immaculata (10-18, 4-6 AEC) travels for a non-conference doubleheader at Penn State Brandywine this afternoon and will travel to Wilkes University on Tuesday for a doubleheader.
  • Immaculata enters Monday's game off a doubleheader sweep at Gwynedd Mercy on Saturday.
  • Penn State Brandywine (23-7, 12-0 UEC) enters today's doubleheader after sweeping its doubleheader vs Lancaster Bible on Saturday.
  • Wilkes (17-13, 6-6 Landmark) enters Tuesday's doubleheader after sweeping their doubleheader with Juniata on Saturday.
 
SERIES HISTORY
  • Monday's doubleheader will be the seventh and eighth meetings between Immaculata and Penn State Brandywine in their series that began in 2023.
  • Immaculata is 0-6 all-time vs Penn State Brandywine.
 
LAST MEETING
  • Immaculata fell to PSU Brandywine 9-5 in their last meeting on April 23, 2025, at the IU Softball Field.
  • Allison Hill had two RBIs, and Alexis Andrada went 1-for-3 with a home run for Immaculata.
 
MIGHTY MAC NOTES
  • Alexis Andrada has been the offensive anchor for Immaculata, hitting .414 while leading the team with 36 hits and 28 RBI. She combines consistent contact with gap power, evidenced by eight doubles and three triples, and continues to be the go-to bat in run-producing situations.
  • Carlee Karcher has put together an outstanding season, batting .371 with a team-high 12 doubles and 33 hits. She provides steady production near the top of the order and has shown the ability to drive the ball into the gaps consistently. With a .573 slugging percentage and strong on-base skills, Karcher remains a key table-setter and run producer.
  • Madison Formica has been a spark plug offensively, hitting .371 and leading the team with 21 runs scored. Her ability to get on base and create pressure with her speed, including seven stolen bases, has made her a catalyst for the offense. She continues to play a clean defensive outfield as well, adding value on both sides of the ball.
  • Jamie Green has delivered a balanced season at the plate, batting .301 with 17 RBI and the team's only home run. She adds versatility to the lineup with extra-base ability and steady production, while also contributing defensively.
  • Rylee Martin has been one of the team's most dynamic hitters, posting a .633 slugging percentage with five triples and two home runs. Hitting .286, she provides power that few others in the lineup can match and has driven in seven runs. Defensively, she has been a steady presence with a strong fielding percentage.
  • Emma Pinto has been a dependable presence both offensively and defensively, batting .250 while handling the bulk of duties behind the plate. She has thrown out runners effectively and maintains a .975 fielding percentage. Pinto's leadership and consistency are key components of the team's structure.
  • Naila Valdez contributed solidly across the board, hitting .241 with 14 hits and six RBI. She has been dependable defensively with a .949 fielding percentage and continues to provide stability in the lineup, doing the small things well.
  • Sara Pierson has been the team's primary pitcher, logging over 80 innings with a 3.95 ERA and 59 strikeouts. Despite a challenging win-loss record, she has kept the team competitive in many outings and continues to serve as the staff's workhorse.
  • Nadia Bhuiyan has provided strong support in the pitching rotation, posting a 3.98 ERA with three wins. She has shown the ability to limit damage and keep opponents off balance, giving the team quality innings in both starting and relief roles.
  • Jessica Vido has seen time in the circle with three wins on the season. She continues to work through innings and provides depth to the pitching staff.
 
SCOUTING PENN STATE BRANDYWINE
  • Emma McElroy has been one of the most dominant hitters in the lineup, batting .485 with 47 hits, 43 runs scored, and 34 RBI. She combines elite contact with power, posting a .701 slugging percentage, and is also a major threat on the bases with 20 stolen bases.
  • Lexi Bussenger has been a catalyst in multiple ways, batting .398 with 41 hits while leading the team with 29 stolen bases.
  • Ava Rodgers has had an outstanding freshman campaign, hitting .438 with 39 hits and 25 RBI.
  • Shelby DeCillis has been a steady contributor behind the plate and at the plate, hitting .267 with 17 RBI while drawing 18 walks for a strong .408 on-base percentage.
  • April Lewandowski anchors the pitching staff with an 11–2 record and a 3.03 ERA over 88 innings. She has struck out 82 batters while issuing just 12 walks, showing strong command and the ability to control games.
  • Olivia Bowers has been extremely effective in her freshman season, going 6–0 with a 1.82 ERA. She limits damage well and has proven to be a reliable option whether starting or coming out of the bullpen.
  • Isabella Hurta adds depth and consistency with a 2.42 ERA and six wins. She has been effective at keeping opponents off balance and provides another strong option in rotation.
 
SCOUTING WILKES
  • Talia Piragas has been one of Wilkes' most consistent hitters, batting .387 with a team-high 36 hits, while also contributing 15 RBI and solid defensive play.
  • Mia Butka is a true two-way standout, hitting .367 with four home runs and a team-leading 24 RBI while also serving as one of the team's top pitchers. Her .622 slugging percentage highlights her power, and she remains a key run producer in the middle of the order.
  • Hana Cross provides a major power presence, batting .338 with four home runs and a .610 slugging percentage. She scored 22 runs and drove in 15, giving Wilkes a dangerous bat that can change the game with one swing.
  • Lauren DeMarco has led the pitching staff with a 2.33 ERA and a 6–5 record over 72 innings. With nine complete games and two shutouts, she has proven to be a durable and effective frontline starter who limits opposing hitters.
  • Mia Butka complements her offensive production with strong work in the circle, posting a 2.72 ERA and five wins. Notably, she has not issued a walk, demonstrating exceptional control and efficiency.
  • Tessa Stafursky has provided solid depth with a 3.32 ERA and the ability to give quality innings in both starting and relief roles.
 
UP NEXT
  • The Immaculata softball team will be back in action on Thursday, when they travel to play a doubleheader at Rutgers Newark at 4 p.m.
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Players Mentioned

Nadia Bhuiyan

#17 Nadia Bhuiyan

P
5' 9"
Sophomore
R/R
Allison Hill

#23 Allison Hill

3B
5' 2"
Senior
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 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
Madison Formica

#28 Madison Formica

OF
5' 6"
Freshman
L/R
Jamie Green

#26 Jamie Green

OF
5' 2"
Freshman
R/R
Sara Pierson

#14 Sara Pierson

P
5' 7"
Freshman
R/R

Players Mentioned

Nadia Bhuiyan

#17 Nadia Bhuiyan

5' 9"
Sophomore
R/R
P
Allison Hill

#23 Allison Hill

5' 2"
Senior
R/R
3B
Carlee Karcher

#25 Carlee Karcher

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

#9 Rylee Martin

5' 4"
Junior
L
1B/C
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
Madison Formica

#28 Madison Formica

5' 6"
Freshman
L/R
OF
Jamie Green

#26 Jamie Green

5' 2"
Freshman
R/R
OF
Sara Pierson

#14 Sara Pierson

5' 7"
Freshman
R/R
P