Senior players at Francis Marion University led the #24 Patriots to a softball sweep against Barton College, setting records and securing conference titles.

By the Numbers
  • Francis Marion University now stands at 41-10, setting a program record for regular-season wins.
  • The team finished conference play at 20-4 and will be the No.1 seed in the upcoming conference tournament.
  • Sophomore pitcher Alyssa Poston's 23 wins rank her second in NCAA Division II.
  • Senior right-hander Miranda Holmes of Barton College suffered two losses despite leading Division II in total strikeouts.
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State of Play
  • Francis Marion University honored five senior players who all contributed to the sweep against Barton College.
  • The Patriots secured the East Division title and will play at Tyger River Park in the upcoming tournament as the top seed.
  • Senior players Watford and Smith had standout performances, with Watford leading in RBIs and Smith contributing significantly to the team's wins over the past four seasons.
  • Patriot head coach Stacey Vallee reached a total of 594 victories during her 20-year coaching career.
What's Next

Francis Marion University will play at 5 p.m. on Thursday in the conference tournament and aims to continue their successful season under the leadership of Coach Stacey Vallee.

Bottom Line

The senior players at Francis Marion University showcased their skill, leading the team to historic wins and titles, setting the stage for a strong performance in the upcoming conference tournament under the guidance of Coach Vallee.