EL PASO – UTEP softball delivered an impressive performance on Friday night at Helen of Troy Field, shutting out Sam Houston, 3-0, to notch their 20th win of the season. This marks UTEP's first 20-win season since 2018, when the team finished with a record of 21-33. 

UTEP improves to 20-13 (6-7 Conference USA) while Sam Houston drops to 15-24 (4-12 CUSA).

UTEP's performance was nothing short of spectacular as the Miners used a strong offensive showing in the later innings. In the bottom of the fifth, Ashlynn Allen led the team with a home run to right center, scratching out the eventual game-winning run. The momentum continued in the sixth as Halle Hogan ripped a single to left field, allowing Jordyn Lopez to score. UTEP clawed its way further ahead when Amaya Lee was hit by a pitch with bases loaded, bring in Aaliyah Rebolledo. In the circle, Faith Aragon's performance was a scratch above the rest, achieving her 10th win with a complete game. She struck out six batters and allowed no runs while only giving up just three hits. 

ON DECK   
UTEP is back in action for game two versus the Bearkats on April 13 at 3 pm MDT at Helen of Troy Field.  
 

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