Georgia State lost to Appalachian State 10-9 in an eight-inning softball game, with Sydney Boulware taking the loss for the Panthers. Chloe Middlebrooks stood out with a home run and five RBI, while McKenzie Walker had a standout performance at the plate going 4-for-5 with a double and an RBI.

The Big Picture

The game was a back-and-forth battle, with Georgia State initially trailing 5-0, but rallying back to take the lead at 9-8 before eventually falling to Appalachian State in extra innings.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia State's record: 8-18
  • Junior Chloe Middlebrooks: 2-for-5, 1 home run, 5 RBI
  • Junior Sydney Boulware: 4-9 record in the circle
  • McKenzie Walker: 4-for-5 at the plate with a double and an RBI
  • Georgia State faced 42 Appalachian State hitters, striking out 2
State of Play
  • Georgia State's pitchers faced 42 Appalachian State hitters, allowing 7 ground balls and 15 fly balls while striking out 2.
  • Appalachian State's junior Killian Roberts had 1 home run and 3 RBI, leading their offense.
What's Next

Georgia State will face Mercer in Macon on March 20 at 6:00 p.m.

Bottom Line

Georgia State's softball team put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short against Appalachian State in a close game decided in extra innings.