The Iowa State Cyclones just made history in Provo, and the vibes are immaculate. This weekend, the team secured a landmark series victory on the road, taking two out of three games from BYU at Gail Miller Field for the program's first-ever series win on the Cougars' home turf. It was a statement weekend defined by record-breaking power and clutch resilience.
The series kicked off with an absolute fireworks display on Thursday. In a wild 14-10 victory, the Cyclones' offense wasn't just hot—it was historic. Smashing four home runs in the game, the team soared past the previous single-season school record of 64, setting a new benchmark at 66 and counting. The game was tight early, but a nine-run explosion across the fourth and fifth innings put Iowa State firmly in control.
Karlee Ford led the charge with her first career multi-home run game, driving in four runs, while Reagan Bartholomew and Kadence Shepherd also went deep. The offensive barrage was too much for BYU to handle, despite a strong two-homer effort from Hailey Shuler. Pitcher Lauren Schurman navigated the high-scoring affair to secure her 15th win of the season.
BYU fought back on Friday, evening the series with a dramatic 6-5 walk-off win. The Cyclones had built a 4-1 lead, thanks in part to McKenna Andrews' two-run blast—the team's record-extending 67th homer of the year. But the Cougars chipped away, tying the game in the sixth before winning it in the bottom of the seventh, setting up a decisive Saturday showdown.
Facing a rubber match on the road is the ultimate test of a team's character, and the Cyclones passed with flying colors. They bounced back with a resilient performance to clinch the series, proving that this team's power is matched by its poise. This landmark win in a tough road environment is a huge momentum builder and speaks volumes about the team's growth and competitive fire as the season progresses.
