No. 23 Duke softball secured a 4-3 victory against No. 12 Virginia, thanks to a pivotal two-RBI double from sophomore Layla Lamar in the fifth inning. This marked Lamar's ninth multi-RBI performance of her career. Duke improved to 27-11 overall and 12-2 in the ACC, clinching its fifth consecutive series victory, while Virginia fell to 31-5 and suffered its first ACC series loss of the season.

By the Numbers
  • Duke has a record of 27-11 and 12-2 in the ACC.
  • Lamar achieved her ninth multi-RBI performance in her career.
State of Play
  • Duke has won five straight conference series.
  • The Blue Devils have a 10-2 record against Virginia at home.
  • Jennings and Vega have extended their hitting streaks to nine games.
  • Duke has achieved nine ranked wins this season, including six against top-15 opponents.
What's Next

Duke and Virginia will conclude their three-game series on Saturday, with the first pitch scheduled for 1 p.m. The game will be broadcasted on ACC Network Extra.

Bottom Line

Duke continues to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season, showcasing resilience and strong performances against formidable opponents, which could be crucial for their postseason aspirations.