Eagles Back In Action Wednesday Night At Wofford

Eagles Back In Action Wednesday Night At Wofford

Rock Hill, SC – The Winthrop Eagles softball team is gearing up for a midweek matchup against Wofford College on Wednesday, Mar. 13.

Game Details:

• Opponents: Winthrop (9-14) vs. Wofford College (9-6)
• Location: Spartanburg, S.C. – Hope Field
• Date and Time: Wednesday, Mar. 13 at 6 p.m.

Series History:

This will be the first-ever meeting between Winthrop and Wofford College, as the Terriers are in their inaugural year of competition.

Team Overview:

The Eagles are coming off a 1-3 weekend at Georgia Southern and are using this midweek game as final preparation before diving into Big South Conference action against Presbyterian College.

Key Players:

• Emma Jackson leads the team with a .357 average and seven RBIs.
• Paige Rivas boasts a .288 batting average and leads the team in stolen bases, with a perfect 17-for-17 record.
• Reese Basinger and Megan Powell anchor the pitching staff, with Basinger posting a 6-7 record and Powell at 3-5.

Season Highlights:

The Eagles recently celebrated their 3000th game in program history, marking a significant milestone for the team. Looking back at the 2022 season, the Eagles finished just outside the top 4 in the league standings with a winning record.

Coach’s Corner:

Head Coach Kendall Fuller is leading the team with a strong focus on building on past successes. Fuller, in her second stint with the Eagles, brings a wealth of coaching experience to the field.

Record Watch:

Players to watch for milestone achievements include Reese Basinger, Paige Rivas, and Ashton VanHouse, who are making their mark on the program’s record books with impressive stats.

Upcoming Games:

Following the matchup against Wofford College, Winthrop will kick off their Big South Conference action against Presbyterian College on Mar. 15-16 in Clinton, S.C.

Stay Updated:

For the latest news and updates on Winthrop softball, be sure to visit the official website at www.winthropeagles.com and follow the team on social media.