Army West Point softball achieved a 5-1 victory over Lehigh, completing its first series sweep in the Patriot League for the 2026 season. This win marks the second consecutive year that Army has swept the regular-season matchup against Lehigh, contributing to a six-game winning streak. Key performances included Sienna Tepley and Hannah Laub each collecting three hits, while Breanna Coonfare led with three RBIs. Amanda Eaglin secured her ninth win, and Breanna Izzo notched a save with five strikeouts. The Black Knights have now won 9 of their last 10 Patriot League series.

By the Numbers
  • Army improved to 22-20 overall and 6-3 in the Patriot League.
  • Sienna Tepley and Hannah Laub each recorded 3 hits, and Breanna Coonfare had 3 RBIs.
  • Amanda Eaglin pitched 4.1 innings, allowing only 3 hits and 1 run to earn her 9th win.
  • Breanna Izzo registered 5 strikeouts in relief.
State of Play
  • Army has won 9 of its last 10 Patriot League series.
  • The team is on a 6-game winning streak overall.
  • Army has historically performed well against Iona, winning 7 of the last 9 matchups since 2012.
What's Next

The Black Knights are set to host Iona University in a midweek doubleheader, aiming to improve from last year's losses against the Gaels. The games are scheduled for a 2 p.m. ET first pitch, with the second game at 4 p.m. ET.

Bottom Line

This sweep demonstrates Army's growing dominance in the Patriot League and a strong capacity for clutch performances, with an eye toward continuing their success against Iona. The momentum gained from this series could be pivotal as the season progresses.