The Union College softball team achieved a strong performance, sweeping Hartwick College in a non-conference doubleheader, winning 8-0 and 6-3. In the first game, Carra Cleaves struck out eight batters and contributed significantly to the offense with two RBIs. The second game featured Amelia Brancazio, who pitched a complete game, securing the victory with ten strikeouts and allowing just two hits. Key offensive contributors included Riley Jahnle and Elizabeth Werner, who both delivered multiple-hit games, helping solidify Union's dominance. The team will face Rensselaer next in a conference doubleheader this Friday.

By the Numbers
  • Game 1: Union 8, Hartwick 0 with Cleaves allowing only one hit.
  • Game 2: Brancazio struck out 10 batters over 7 innings, allowing 2 hits.
What's Next

Union College will host Rensselaer for a conference doubleheader on Friday at 3:00 and 5:00 p.m., aiming to continue their winning streak.

Bottom Line

The Union softball team demonstrated exceptional pitching and batting prowess in their doubleheader sweep that sets a positive tone for their upcoming conference play.