NGU split a conference series with the Lions of Emmanuel College, winning game one with a score of 7-4 then dropping game two with a score of 12-4 this afternoon in Franklin Springs, Georgia. The Crusaders led in hits 9-8 in game one, but the Emmanuel lineup proved to be affective in game two, recording twenty hits while the Crusaders put up seven. North Greenville showed up their power in game one with Claire Gilmore and Jenna Hewes hitting home runs and Taylor Koon posting a double. The Crusaders would hit three doubles in game two, but would otherwise be limited at the plate. Bailey Pace was solid on the mound, pitching a complete game to earn the win. Hailey Wells pitched the opening three innings but took the loss in game two.

Results

• Scores: Game 1 - NGU 7 / EC 4 | Game 2 - NGU 4 / EC 12
• Location: EC Softball Field / Franklin Springs, GA
• Records: NGU 12-20, 4-4 CC / EC 24-15, 5-5 CC

Individual

• Claire Gilmore hit a three-run home run in game one while also drawing two walks.
• Bailey Pace pitched a 7.0 inning complete game. She allowed just three earned runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out two.
• Jenna Hewes also hit a home run and recorded two RBIs and a run scored.

Upcoming

• The Crusaders will face the Mount Olive Trojans at Jan McDonald Field on Friday, April 1st.