MINOT, N.D- The Beavers are riding a wave of momentum into a new week after a 5-1 stretch against the Marauders, Mavericks, and Mustangs this past week. Sitting at 8-2 in conference play and 20-13 overall, the Beavers are now preparing for their showdown against the Northern State University Wolves on Tuesday.
 
This past week, Anna LaCount, Paige Kellogg, Taylor Smith, Sarah Misner, Micaela Resler, and Sara Van Wickler remained steady forces offensively, proving their consistency with standout performances. Meanwhile, Reegan Floyd, Jasmine Blizzard, and Calley Olson out of the bullpen provided consistency on the mound, giving the team the reliability they needed in key moments.
 
The Northern State University Wolves currently sit 1-9 in conference after their week of games against the Dragons, Golden Bears, and Warriors. The Wolves are led offensively by Avarie Eagle (.365 AVG), Aune Boben (.365 AVG), and Madi Jones (.333 AVG). In the circle, the Wolves rely on Abby Rux (4-13) who currently has a 6.20 ERA over 96 innings of work. The Wolves also utilize Aune Boben (1-10) in the circle. Boben currently has a 11.21 ERA over 49.1 innings pitched.
 
The last time the Beavers and the Wolves faced off was in the first round of the NSIC tournament last year. The Beavers dominated in the 7-0 game where Reegan Floyd dealt a three-hit shutout. Sara Van Wickler led the team offensively against the Wolves going 2-for-4 with a double, home run, and three RBI.
 
The first pitch of game one is set to be thrown at noon on Tuesday. Due to weather conditions, the games are set to be played in the MSU "Bubble."