The Montreat College softball team achieved a significant victory by sweeping a doubleheader against the Columbia College Koalas in Columbia, S.C. The Cavaliers secured wins with scores of 11-4 in game one and 8-2 in game two, improving their overall record to 15-21 and 7-15 in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. Key performances included Aaliyah Penalber's stellar 4-for-4 batting in the first game and Gabby Burkhart's five-inning scoreless relief in the second.

By the Numbers
  • Montreat scored 19 runs total over both games, while allowing 6 runs.
  • Aaliyah Penalber had 4 hits, 2 RBIs, 2 runs, and 3 stolen bases in game one.
  • Gabby Burkhart pitched 5 scoreless innings with 2 hits allowed and 2 strikeouts in game two.
What's Next

The Cavaliers will host Carolina University on Saturday, April 11, at Roxy Hines Memorial Softball Field in Black Mountain, N.C. They will celebrate senior day following the first game, which is set to begin at 4 p.m. ET.

Bottom Line

This doubleheader sweep not only boosts Montreat's standings in the AAC but also enhances team morale significantly ahead of their senior day. Key players stepping up suggests strong potential as they continue their season.