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Mizzou Softball Sweeps Auburn 6-4 in SEC Showdown

The Missouri Tigers finished a 6-4 victory over Auburn, completing their first SEC sweep of the season and improving to 12-2 in their last 14 games.

The Tigers opened the game with a 1-0 lead, but Auburn tied it before the Tigers regained the advantage. Four lead changes kept the score tight, yet Missouri’s pitching held Auburn to four runs while the offense added six. Key moments included a rare fielding error that allowed an Auburn run and a back‑to‑back strikeout by pitcher CeCe Harrison to escape a jam. The Tigers’ bullpen finished strong, preserving the win and securing the sweep.

With the victory, Missouri improves to 12-2 over their last 14 games and cements their position as a top contender in the SEC. The win also marks the first SEC sweep for the Tigers this season, highlighting their growing dominance on the field.