EUGENE, ORE. ? Oregon scored the only run in the bottom of the second inning and edged Kansas University, 1-0, in softball Tuesday at Howe Field.

The game against the 19th-ranked Ducks was KU’s fifth in three days.

Oregon scored the game’s only run when Beth Boskovich walked and was moved to third on a sacrifice by Dani Baird. Boskovich scored on a wild pitch from KU’s Kara Pierce.

The Jayhawks (20-12) managed just three hits — one each by Dani May, Nicole Washburn and Jessica Moppin.

Pierce (11-6) allowed four hits and three walks and struck out three. Oregon’s Anissa Meashintubby (9-1) struck out six and walked three.

KU will continue its 10-day road trip this afternoon against the Ducks.

Kansas’ Bunge to coach against national team

Kansas University softball coach Trace Bunge will serve as coach for the Kansas All-Star team that will face the United States Women’s National Team as part of the U.S. team’s Aiming for Athens tour.

The game will be played June 20 at the U.S.D. 505 Hummer Sports Park in Topeka.

The U.S. team’s Aiming for Athens tour will make 20 stops across the country.

Bunge will compile a roster that will feature current and former college players from the Sunflower State.

A Kansas All-Star roster will be released when finalized.

The 2004 Women’s National Team roster consists of four two-time Olympic gold medalists and six of the 15-member 2000 Olympic Team.

“The tour gives our team the opportunity to play together as a unit before Olympic softball competition begins, as well as give fans around the nation an opportunity to see their team in action,” said Ron Radigonda, ASA executive director.

“The players are excited about the opportunity to thank the thousands of loyal softball fans who helped make their Olympic dream a reality.”

Tickets cost from $8 to $12 and will go on sale at 9 a.m. March 29.

Tickets are available through the Amateur Softball Assn. (ASA) and by calling (785) 295-3750.

KU’s Settlemier honored by Big 12 Conference

Kansas University designated player Serena Settlemier was named Big 12 Conference hitter of the week, the league announced Tuesday. Settlemier paced Kansas with five hits — including three home runs — and eight walks last week.

The Kelso, Wash., DP/pitcher did not strike out and boasted a .875 slugging percentage in eight games. The sophomore hit her 10th home run of the year Sunday against No. 18 Oregon State and is just three away from being KU’s all-time single-season home runs leader.