Eastern Florida State College's softball game against Indian River State College has been rescheduled from Tuesday to Friday due to heavy rain that flooded the field at the college's Melbourne campus. The doubleheader, originally set for Tuesday night, will now take place on Friday starting at 1 p.m. The teams are among the top 10 in the NJCAA Division I poll, with Eastern Florida ranked 10th and Indian River State College at 9th.
The game was postponed after rain caused standing water on the field, making it unsafe for play. The Citrus Conference matchup is the first of three straight games for Eastern Florida, which enters the week with a 30-8 overall record and a 16-6 conference mark. Indian River State College, also coming off a strong season, has a 31-8 overall record and is 15-6 in conference play.
The rescheduling affects fans who had planned to attend the Tuesday game, but admission remains free for Friday's doubleheader. The teams are expected to face off in front of a large crowd, as both programs have strong followings in Brevard County. The game will be broadcast live on the college's website and social media platforms.
Eastern Florida State College athletic director Sarah Thompson said the decision to reschedule was made to ensure player safety. 'We take weather conditions seriously,' she said. 'The field was unplayable, and we wanted to avoid any risk to our athletes.' The college has not yet announced plans for a make-up game if Friday's weather is also unfavorable.
The game is part of a busy week for the Titans, who will play three games in five days. The doubleheader against Indian River State College is the first of two matchups between the teams this season. Fans are encouraged to arrive early for Friday's game to avoid delays.