USC Upstate softball split a mid-week double-header against Furman University, winning game one 7-3 and losing game two 4-3. The Spartans dominated the first game, taking a four-run lead early on and showcasing stellar defense. In the second game, despite initially holding the lead, the Paladins managed a late comeback to secure a one-run victory.

By the Numbers
  • Denver Lauer finished game one with 6 strikeouts and a total of 98.0 innings pitched this season.
  • Maddie Drerup in game two attained 8 strikeouts, pitching 61.2 total innings this season.
State of Play
  • USC Upstate's record stands at 15-14 overall and 4-2 in the Big South conference.
  • Furman University holds a record of 16-15 overall and 3-0 in the SoCon.
What's Next

The Spartans will next host Longwood University at Cyrill Stadium on April 5-6.

Bottom Line

USC Upstate softball split their games against Furman University, showcasing both strength in their initial lead and vulnerability to late-game turnarounds, emphasizing the volatility of sports outcomes.