The Longwood softball team faces challenging games against Liberty and nationally ranked Duke after winning two-of-three games against Radford over the weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Longwood has a 44-26 lead in the all-time series with Liberty dating back to 1983.
  • The team is 3-3 against Duke, with a notable victory in 2023.
  • Longwood batted .343 last week with standout performances from Emily Vinson and Cierra Gawryluk.
  • Kayley DeVivi hit two game-ending, three-run home runs this season.
  • The Lancers lead the Big South Conference in home runs per game at 0.66.
  • The team has played to a 551-371 record since becoming Division I eligible in 2007.
  • Maggie Chapin ranks 12th in the country with six shutouts this season.
Yes, But

Despite a strong performance against Radford, Longwood faces tough competition with upcoming games against Liberty and Duke.

State of Play
  • Longwood is tied for the top spot in the 2024 Big South Conference Preseason Poll.
  • Multiple players have earned Big South weekly honors, showcasing the team's talent.
  • The Lancers have a history of success in the Big South Conference under Coach Megan Brown.
What's Next

Upcoming games against Liberty and Duke will be crucial for Longwood as they close out their regular season non-conference slate.

Bottom Line

Longwood faces a challenging schedule ahead against Liberty and Duke, requiring top performances to close out the season strongly.