Mercer softball split a doubleheader at Presbyterian, winning the nightcap 7-0 with Avery Barton's 2-run double backing pitcher Hannah Pitts' shutout. The Blue Hose took the opener 2-1, rallying from a 1-0 deficit. The Bears have won four of their last five games, breaking a nine-game road losing streak.

The Big Picture

The split marked Mercer's improvement with four wins in the last five games after a challenging road stretch.

By the Numbers
  • Mercer's record: 13-17
  • Presbyterian's record: 11-21
State of Play
  • Mercer snapped a nine-game road skid with the win, showing resilience and improvement.
  • Presbyterian halted a two-game series losing streak but has now lost three of their last five matchups.
What's Next

Mercer will face SoCon rival Western Carolina in a three-game series on the road in Cullowhee, N.C.

Bottom Line

Mercer softball's split highlights their recent positive momentum and resilience, setting the stage for a crucial upcoming series against Western Carolina.