Troy softball is set to face Georgia Southern in a crucial Sun Belt series from April 17 to April 19. The Trojans (25-17, 5-10 SBC) are coming off a series loss to Texas State, and need to secure wins to improve their postseason standing. With Makaley Boswell ranking No. 15 among shortstops and leading the team with 17 stolen bases, Troy looks to capitalize on its recent success at Eagle Field, where they've won three consecutive series.

By the Numbers
  • Troy leads the all-time series against Georgia Southern 34-18.
  • Makaley Boswell鈥檚 17 stolen bases rank third in the conference and 55th nationally.
  • Troy is one game above the league cutline for postseason play.
  • Georgia Southern currently sits at 19-23, 6-9 in the SBC.
State of Play
  • Troy enters the series needing wins to elevate from their current 5-10 SBC record.
  • Georgia Southern, ranked just above Troy, dropped a series to Southern Miss and was recently run-ruled by Georgia Tech.
  • Both teams have series rematches after facing each other last season.
What's Next

Should Troy perform well against Georgia Southern, they can solidify their playoff chances, potentially moving up to the No. 6 seed. A series win could also enhance team morale and momentum going into the final weeks of the season.

Bottom Line

The Troy Trojans must secure victories against Georgia Southern to improve their postseason outlook, leveraging their recent track record at Eagle Field and the standout performance of key players like Makaley Boswell. Their playoff aspirations hinge on this pivotal series.