MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Trevecca Nazarene University softball team opened its Gulf South Conference road series Friday with a strong performance, defeating Christian Brothers University in game one at Bland Field.
The Trojans (10-10, 6-10 GSC) controlled the game behind solid pitching and timely hitting, earning the conference win over CBU (5-21-1, 1-14 GSC).
Series History
Dating back to March 13, 2013, this marked the 15th all-time meeting between the two in-state programs. Trevecca has consistently had the upper hand in the series, improving its record to 12-3 overall against the Buccaneers.
The Trojans have now won nine of the last ten meetings and improved to 5-2 all-time on the road against CBU with Friday's victory.
Trevecca 3, CBU 0
Trevecca set the tone early and maintained control throughout the contest, using consistent offensive pressure and strong play in the circle.
At the center of the effort was
Bailey Goad, who delivered another standout performance. The Trojan pitcher recorded her fifth complete game of the season, working efficiently and keeping CBU's offense in check to the tune of 7.0 complete innings with four strikeouts and no runs.
Offensively, Trevecca capitalized on key opportunities, stringing together hits in crucial moments to build and maintain its advantage. In the 2nd inning,
Sarah Kinderdine recorded a sacrifice fly to put Trevecca on the board. Shortly following,
Brianna Asmondy belted a two-run homer, her fifth of the year, in the same inning to extend the Trojan lead to 3-0. The three-run frame in the 2nd would prove to be all the support
Bailey Goad would need to pick up her seventh win of her freshman season.
The Trojans' defense also played a key role, limiting scoring chances and supporting Goad's complete-game effort to secure the road victory.
Circle and Box Notes
- Bailey Goad recorded her fifth complete game of the season in the win.
- Brianna Asmondy hit her sixth home run of the season, a two-run blast.
- Sarah Kinderdine contributed with a sacrifice fly, driving in her seventh run this season.
Next on the Diamond
Trevecca continues its Gulf South Conference series against Christian Brothers University Athletics on Saturday in Memphis with a doubleheader to close out the three-game set. First pitch for game two is scheduled for 12 pm with the final game to be played shortly after.
