The Husson University softball team will play in the North Atlantic Conference championship on Sunday after scoring a come from behind 7-6 victory over top seed Thomas College.

Trailing 6-3 in the 5th inning, senior Olivia Smith smacked a three-run home run to tie the game.

Then in the 6th inning, Jen Jones delivered a RBI single to knock in the winning run.

Arika Brochu pitched the first four innings for the Eagles, Jones pitched the final three to get her 12th win of the season.

The Eagles are now 23-9 and will meet either Thomas or UMaine Presque for the championship.

Friday, May 3

Game 1: #1 Thomas 4    #4 UMF 3
Game 2: #2 Husson 9    #3 UMPI 6

Saturday, May 4
Game 3: UMPI 1   UMF 0
Game 4: Husson 7  Thomas 6
Game 5: UMPI 4   Thomas 5

Sunday, May 5
Game 6: Husson vs. Thomas - 11:00 AM
Game 7: Game 6 Winner vs. Game 6 Loser (if necessary) - 1:30 PM

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