Next Game: Michigan State 2/7/2020 | CUSA.TV

A four-run third inning helped propel the FIU softball team to a 6-1 victory on Thursday night, as the Panthers opened the season with a win over visiting Cal.With the win, the Panthers improve to 1-0 on the year. Cal drops to 0-1 on the young season.earned the win in the circle, after throwing a complete game and surrendering just one run. The junior allowed just four hits spread out over seven innings and struck out one batter.went 2-for-2 to lead FIU at the plate, with a crucial two-run double coming in the third inning.andearned a pair of hits as well, with Alonso and Cooker each driving in a run to help the Panther cause.The FIU offense hit .458 (11-24) for the game, while going .500 (5-10) with runners in scoring position. The Bears were held to .154 (4-26) and hitless (0-4) with runners in scoring position.The Panthers return to the field on Friday, Feb. 7 as FIU plays two home contests against Penn State and Michigan State at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Get all the latest information on the team by following @FIUSoftball on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. General athletic news can also be found at @FIUSports on Facebook and @FIUAthletics on Twitter and Instagram.