Mercer Softball Defeats Presbyterian in Nightcap Behind Pitts’ Dominant Pitching
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 PictureThe 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
- 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.
Mercer will face SoCon rival Western Carolina in a three-game series on the road in Cullowhee, N.C.
Bottom LineMercer softball's split highlights their recent positive momentum and resilience, setting the stage for a crucial upcoming series against Western Carolina.
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