SEWARD, Neb. – Due to cold and wintry conditions, the Concordia University Softball program has again pushed back the start of the 2021 season. Games scheduled for this weekend (Feb. 20-21) have been postponed. The team’s doubleheader at Benedictine College (Kan.) will now take place on Tuesday, Feb. 23 instead of this Sunday. The twin bill slated for Saturday at University of Saint Mary (Kan.) has been postponed and a makeup date is to be determined.
Head Coach Shawn Semler’s squad had originally hoped to begin the season at Ottawa University (Kan.) on Feb. 13. That doubleheader was postponed due to frigid temperatures. The two sides may end up meeting up at some point yet this season, although a makeup has not been announced. A year ago, the Bulldogs waited until Feb. 29 to begin the season at Kansas Wesleyan University.
Tuesday’s doubleheader in Atchison, Kan., will be streamed live by Benedictine at the following URL: https://portal.stretchinternet.com/ben/. First pitch is set for 12 p.m. CT. The Ravens will also be opening their season on Tuesday. Benedictine went 8-7 during the shortened 2020 season. Additionally, Concordia is slated to play a doubleheader at Bethany College (Kan.) on Sunday, Feb. 28.