"A lot of us are really excited for this Pitt game. In-state battle and on our court this time."
The Nittany Lions beat Maryland 4-0 last Thursday.
The Nittany Lions began the season as the No. 2 team in the land, but have since fallen to No. 13, its lowest ranking to date this year.
The Nittany Lions' schedule features four nationally ranked opponents.
Penn State softball will play the University of Virginia on October 4.
Bakare had been committed to the Nittany Lions since July 7.