The Presbyterian College softball team made a significant impact in the Big South Conference by winning a crucial doubleheader against Gardner-Webb, with scores of 12-2 and 11-10. The team showcased an impressive comeback, recovering from a deficit to win the second game in nine innings, thereby securing their first away league series win since 2023. Notable performances came from Hali Duke, who racked up seven RBIs over the doubleheader, and senior Peyton Duncan, who reached key career milestones during the first game.

By the Numbers
  • Presbyterian scored a combined 23 runs on 28 hits across both games.
  • Hali Duke achieved 7 RBIs in the doubleheader, marking the first time a PC player has done so in three years.
State of Play
  • Presbyterian's offense was dominant, recovering from a previous shutout by Gardner-Webb.
  • The Blue Hose demonstrated resilience by overcoming a tie in the eighth inning of Game 3 to clinch the series.
What's Next

After a week-long break, Presbyterian will host Charleston Southern for their final home series, which includes a single game on Friday and two more games over the weekend.

Bottom Line

This series win marks a pivotal moment for Presbyterian's postseason aspirations, demonstrating their offensive firepower and ability to fight back under pressure. Consistency will be key as they prepare for the upcoming crucial series.