The Western Carolina Catamounts softball team will face Georgia State in a nonconference doubleheader on April 7 at 3 p.m. after recently achieving a three-game sweep in Southern Conference play. Admission is free, and games will be broadcast on ESPN+. Both teams are coming off wins, with the Catamounts sweeping ETSU and the Panthers earning a win over Coastal Carolina to end a five-game losing streak.

By the Numbers
  • Western Carolina holds a 24-13 record; Georgia State is at 21-20.
  • Maya McPherson leads the Catamounts with 15 home runs and 50 RBIs this season.
  • Georgia State's McKenzie Walker boasts a .423 batting average.
  • Western Carolina has hit 50 home runs this season, the most in the Southern Conference.
State of Play
  • Both teams have displayed strong offensive performances, with Georgia State recently snapping a losing streak.
  • Western Carolina's pitching has excelled with Amanda Fulton achieving 11 wins and a top-5 ERA in the SoCon.
  • Georgia State has struggled on the road, recording 6 wins in 18 true road games this season.
What's Next

Following the doubleheader against Georgia State, Western Carolina will return to Southern Conference play with a series against Samford on April 11. The Catamounts will look to build momentum from their recent successes.

Bottom Line

As both teams aim to capitalize on recent victories, the matchup presents a critical opportunity for the Catamounts to extend their winning streak while Georgia State seeks to regain traction. Expect a competitive doubleheader that could significantly influence both teams' trajectories this season.