A fourth inning offensive surge helped Georgia Southern softball secure a 6-2 victory over Troy at Beautiful Eagle Field. The Eagles, now 23-18 overall and 6-10 in the SBC, scored six runs in the fourth inning on five hits, coming from behind after Troy took an early 2-0 lead with a two-run home run in the second inning.

By the Numbers Yes, But

The game saw Troy taking an early lead with a two-run home run, but Georgia Southern's explosive fourth inning turned the tide in their favor.

State of Play
  • Georgia Southern recorded six runs in the fourth inning to secure the victory.
  • Dejah Mills, Courtney Ball, and Janai Conklin played crucial roles in the Eagles' fourth-inning offensive outburst.
  • Anslie Pettit pitched a complete game, allowing only two runs on six hits to earn her 10th victory of the season.
What's Next

Georgia Southern softball will aim to clinch the series against Troy with a game on Saturday morning at Beautiful Eagle Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 11 a.m. and broadcast on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Georgia Southern's fourth-inning surge, led by key players like Dejah Mills and Anslie Pettit, propelled them to a 6-2 victory over Troy, showcasing the team's resilience and offensive prowess. The upcoming game presents an opportunity for the Eagles to further assert their dominance in the series.