The Longwood softball team is set to host Presbyterian in their first Big South Conference series of the season, with games on Friday and Saturday at Lancer Field, both to be streamed on ESPN+.

By the Numbers
  • Sophomore Sophia Knock leads the Big South in home runs, home runs per game, and slugging percentage.
  • Longwood has played eight teams that made it to the 2023 tournament, including Women's College World Series teams like Alabama and Tennessee.
  • The team has secured victories against top 10 national teams, with five players from Longwood named to the 2024 preseason All-Big South Team.
  • Longwood holds a 544-362 record since becoming Division I eligible in 2007 and ranks 13th nationally in shutouts pitched.
Yes, But

The team faced setbacks in a doubleheader against Virginia Tech despite initial leads, showcasing some vulnerabilities in maintaining leads.

State of Play
  • Longwood is tied for the top spot in the 2024 Big South Conference Preseason Poll with USC Upstate.
  • The Lancers have emerged as a dominant team in the Big South Conference since joining in 2013, winning multiple titles.
What's Next

Longwood looks to maintain their strong position in the Big South Conference as they continue their season with upcoming games.

Bottom Line

As Longwood kicks off their Big South Conference series, their track record and player strengths position them as a formidable force in collegiate softball, despite facing challenges in maintaining leads.