PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Butler softball team lost it first conference game of the season after a strong Providence offense put up ten runs in a shutout victory. The Friars (6-15, 3-2 BIG EAST) scored all their runs in the first, second, and third innings. The Bulldogs (15-7, 4-1 BIG EAST) will look to rebound in the rubber match of the series on Sunday.

Game 2: Providence 10, Butler 0 (5 innings)

Providence scored two runs on three hits in the first inning and tacked on three additional runs on four singles in the second.

In the third, the Friars plated five, building a 10-0 lead, but were then held scoreless in the fourth.

Katie Petran (3-3) started in the circle for the Bulldogs and took the loss. In 1.2 innings, she allowed five runs on seven hits and a walk. Rylyn Dyer (1.1-IP, 5R, 5H, 2BB) entered in the second inning with runners on first and third with two outs. She retired the side and lasted through the third. Kayla Noerr (1.0-IP, 1H, 1BB) took care of the fourth inning.

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Butler and Providence will finish the three-game series on Sunday, March 16, in Providence.