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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. \u2013 The Keiser softball team returns to Alumni Field this weekend riding one of the most dominant stretches in the country, as the Seahawks host New College of Florida for a three-game series beginning Friday at 3:00 p.m., followed by a doubleheader Saturday at 12:00 and 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Keiser enters the weekend on a 23-game winning streak, fueled by consistency on both sides of the ball and a relentless offensive attack. The Seahawks have swept five straight series and recorded 11 run-rule victories during that span.<\/p>\n

The momentum only intensified last week, as Keiser went a perfect 6-0, sweeping both Webber International and Florida Memorial. The Seahawks were nothing short of dominant, outscoring their opponents by a combined 60-0 margin across the six games.<\/p>\n

Offensively, Keiser continues to rank among the nation’s elite, sitting 2nd in NAIA in runs, 6th in hits, and 4th in RBI. The lineup has produced up and down the order, combining speed, power, and timely hitting. Macy Schaaf<\/a> has set the tone at the top, currently riding an 11-game hitting streak while batting .447 on the year. She has also added a new element on the basepaths, surpassing 19\u00a0stolen bases for the first time in her career. Kaci Kidd<\/a> has been a model of consistency, reaching base in 20 consecutive games, while Faith Campos<\/a> continues to be a dynamic presence with both production and speed, tallying 50 hits and 34 stolen bases on the season. Power in the middle of the lineup has come from Genesis Iglesias<\/a>, who leads the team with seven home runs and 36 RBI while maintaining one of the highest on-base percentages on the roster.<\/p>\n

Inside the circle, Keiser has been just as dominant, ranking 3rd nationally in shutouts. The staff is anchored by Mackenzie Masternak<\/a>, who leads the NAIA with 20 wins and continues to be one of the most reliable arms in the country.<\/p>\n

New College of Florida enters the weekend with a 21-11 overall record and a 6-6 mark in Sun Conference play. The Mighty Banyans went 3-3 last week, sweeping Warner before being swept by Coastal Georgia, showing both their potential and inconsistency heading into the matchup.<\/p>\n

Historically, Keiser has controlled the series, winning seven of the last eight meetings between the two programs. However, the most recent postseason matchup resulted in a narrow 1-0 loss for the Seahawks, adding an extra level of focus heading into the weekend.<\/p>\n

With a red-hot lineup, dominant pitching, and momentum firmly on their side, the Seahawks will look to extend their winning streak and continue their push toward the postseason.<\/p>\n

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\nKeiser\u00a0Seahawks\u00a034-2 (12-0)\u00a0 vs.\u00a0New College of Florida\u00a021-11 (6-6)
\nFriday, April 3rd, 2026 – 3:00 PM
\nSaturday April 4th, 2026 – 12:00 PM \/ 2:00 PM
\nAlumni Field | West Palm Beach, Fla.
\nLIVE STREAM:\u00a0CLICK HERE<\/a>
\nLIVE STATS:\u00a0CLICK HERE<\/a>
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\n\tKeiser leads the all-time series 7-1
\n\tSeahawks enter the series having won three straight games against NCF
\n\tKeiser is 7-1 in the last eight meetings
\n\tLongest Keiser win streak in the series is seven games (Feb. 10, 2024 \u2013 March 15, 2025)
\n\tNew College’s lone win in the series came in a 1-0 postseason matchup (May 1, 2025)
\n\tKeiser is 2-0 at home against NCF
\n\tFirst meeting came Feb. 10, 2024 (Keiser won 8-2)
\n\tLast matchup: May 1, 2025 \u2013 NCF 1, Keiser 0 <\/p>\n

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\n\t23-game win streak entering the weekend, one of the longest active streaks in the NAIA
\n\tFive consecutive series sweeps, showcasing consistency and dominance in conference play
\n\t11 run-rule victories during the streak, highlighting Keiser’s ability to end games early
\n\tWent 6-0 last week, sweeping Webber International and Florida Memorial
\n\tOutscored opponents 60-0 last week, combining elite pitching with explosive offense
\n\tOffense ranks 2nd in NAIA in runs, 6th in hits, and 4th in RBI, making Keiser one of the most dangerous lineups in the country
\n\tPitching staff ranks 3rd nationally in shutouts, consistently limiting opposing offenses
\n\tMackenzie Masternak<\/a> leads the NAIA with 20 wins, anchoring one of the top pitching staffs in the nation
\n\tMacy Schaaf<\/a> riding an 11-game hitting streak, while batting .447 and surpassing 19\u00a0stolen bases for the first time in her career
\n\tKaci Kidd<\/a> has reached base in 20 straight games, providing elite consistency at the plate
\n\tFaith Campos<\/a> leads the team with 50 hits and 34 stolen bases, adding speed and pressure on opposing defenses
\n\tGenesis Iglesias<\/a> leads the team in home runs (7) and RBI (36), anchoring the middle of the lineup
\n\tNCF enters at 21-11 overall and 6-6 in SUN play, coming off a 3-3 week (swept Warner, swept by Coastal Georgia)
\n\tSeahawks hold strong recent control of the series but look for payback after a 1-0 postseason loss in the last meeting <\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tNew College of Florida
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\n\t\t\t341
\n\t\t\tHits
\n\t\t\t266
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\n\t\t\t263
\n\t\t\tRuns
\n\t\t\t199
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\n\t\t\t229
\n\t\t\tRuns Batted In
\n\t\t\t178
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\n\t\t\t15
\n\t\t\tHome Runs
\n\t\t\t18
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\n\t\t\t111
\n\t\t\tStolen Bases
\n\t\t\t96
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\n\t\t\t.360
\n\t\t\tBatting Average
\n\t\t\t.326
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\n\t\t\t107
\n\t\t\tStrikeouts
\n\t\t\t113
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\n\t\t\t1.71
\n\t\t\tERA
\n\t\t\t2.56
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