Kickapoo High School standouts Chloe Merced and Taylor Akers’ college team lost in NCAA Division I softball game on Thursday, April 17

Chloe Merced and Taylor Akers

By Springfield Standard

Apr 18, 2025

On Thursday, April 17, former Kickapoo High School standouts Chloe Merced and Taylor Akers’ current college team, the Missouri State Bears, lost 8-4 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Illinois State Redbirds.

The game took place at Marian Kneer Stadium. This was their first matchup against the Redbirds this season.

The Bears’ next game is scheduled for Friday, April 18 at 11:05 a.m. at Marian Kneer Stadium against Illinois State Redbirds.

Chloe Merced

First baseman and outfielder

Senior

5′10″

Taylor Akers

Outfielder

Sophomore

5′7″

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