UNC Pembroke softball rallied but ultimately dropped a doubleheader at Francis Marion, with the Patriots showcasing strong hitting and capitalizing on Braves' errors to secure 7-1 and 12-6 victories.

By the Numbers
  • In the first game, Francis Marion defeated UNC Pembroke 7-1, with Alyssa Poston earning the win for the Patriots.
  • The second game ended with a 12-6 victory for Francis Marion, again led by pitcher Alyssa Poston.
  • UNC Pembroke's record stands at 16-25 overall and 7-7 in conference play, while Francis Marion boasts a 33-8 record and 12-2 in conference.
Yes, But

The Braves showed resilience with a grand slam from Jai Deese, but their efforts weren't enough to overcome Francis Marion's strong offensive performance.

State of Play
  • Francis Marion dominated both games with solid hitting and effective pitching, securing comfortable victories.
  • UNC Pembroke faced challenges in stranding runners on base and committing errors that the Patriots capitalized on.
What's Next

UNC Pembroke's softball team will travel to face Belmont Abbey in a conference doubleheader following their losses to Francis Marion.

Bottom Line

Despite UNC Pembroke's efforts to rally, strong performances from Francis Marion led to doubleheader losses, highlighting the importance of capitalizing on opportunities and minimizing errors in competitive softball matchups.