The Colby College Softball team is gearing up for the 2024 season opener against Thomas College on Thursday at 3:30pm on the Colby Softball Field, looking to extend a four-game win streak against their cross-town rivals.

The Big Picture

Colby finished last season with a 24-14 record and their first NESCAC Tournament victory since 2003. Despite losing five seniors, they have added eight first-years and will be led by a new group of seniors.

By the Numbers
  • Two top-three batters returning: Chloe Wilcox (.380 avg, 41 hits, 18 runs, 25 RBIs) and Carissa Cassidy '26 (.351 avg, 39 hits, 25 runs, 11 RBIs).
  • Abby Orso, returning to the mound, had a 2.41 ERA last season with 110.1 innings pitched.
State of Play
  • Head Coach Terren Allen returns for her sixth season, after last season's best record.
  • Assistant Coach Dorothy O'Donnell (sixth season) and Pitching Coach Sonja Charest (third season) are also returning.
What's Next

Keep an eye on the Colby Softball schedule to follow the team throughout the season and catch them at a location near you.

Bottom Line

Colby College Softball is poised for an exciting 2024 season with a mix of experienced players and newcomers, under the guidance of a seasoned coaching staff, as they aim to continue their success on the field.