The 24th-ranked Francis Marion University softball team secured the Conference Carolinas East Division title by sweeping the University of Mount Olive, winning 3-2 in a pitchers' duel and 12-8 in a high-scoring second game.

By the Numbers
  • Francis Marion University is now 39-10 overall and 18-4 in conference play.
  • Sophomore left-handed pitcher Alyssa Poston had a record of 22-4 after limiting Mount Olive to two runs in the first game.
  • In the second game, Jenna Walling and Alyssa Poston combined for the win and save, respectively.
State of Play
  • Francis Marion University clinched the Conference Carolinas East Division title with this sweep.
  • Members of the 2023 FMU squad received their championship rings before the games.
  • FMU will play their final regular-season games on Saturday, hosting Barton College for a doubleheader.
What's Next

FMU will play its final regular-season games on Saturday, hosting Barton College for a 1 p.m. doubleheader.

Bottom Line

The #24 Patriots celebrated clinching the division title with a double win against Mount Olive, setting a strong foundation for their upcoming games and solidifying their position in the rankings.