New Mexico State University Athletics

NEWARK, Del. – NM State closed Conference USA Tournament play Thursday evening with a marathon matchup against the No. 7 seed Louisiana Tech at the Delaware Softball Diamond. The Aggies battled through 11 innings in a tightly contested pitchers' duel that featured multiple extra‑inning chances on both sides. Louisiana Tech ultimately pulled away late, handing NM State a 3–1 loss. 

Game – #7 Louisiana Tech 3, #5 NM State 1 (11 inn.) 

The Aggies struck first in the bottom of the fifth when Skye Johnson delivered a solo home run to give NM State the lead. Faith Aragon was dominant in the circle, working deep into extra innings and keeping the Bulldogs off the board for long stretches. Louisiana Tech capitalized in the 11th inning with two runs to create separation, sealing the result in the extended contest. 

NOTABLES 

• Faith Aragon threw 11 innings, allowing just three runs while striking out 11 in a complete‑game effort. 

• Faith Aragon's 11 strikeouts pushed her into first place in NM State program history for strikeouts in a single season, as she finished the year with 244 total strikeouts, setting a new Aggie record. 

• Skye Johnson accounted for NM State's lone run with a solo home run in the fifth inning. 

• Kendal Lunar added a double and finished with a hit in five at‑bats. 

• Tamara Carranza reached base twice, including a pinch‑hit single in extra innings. 

SEASON FINALE 

Thursday's contest marked the conclusion of the 2026 season for NM State. The Aggies finished the year 27–27 overall and 16–11 in Conference USA play. The Aggies thank their fans, alumni, families, and supporters for their unwavering support this season and look ahead to the release of the 2027 schedule later this year. 

For complete coverage of NM State Softball during the 2026 season, visit NMStateSports.com – the official home of the Aggies – and follow the Aggies on Facebook (NM State Softball), Twitter (@NMStateSoftball) and Instagram (@NMStateSoftball).