Clemson Dominates Home Opener
Junior Aby Vieira and redshirt senior Valerie Cagle lead the charge as the No. 9/9 Clemson Tigers secure a decisive 9-1 victory against the Ole Miss Rebels in their home opener at McWhorter Stadium.
Vieira and Cagle Shine
- Vieira’s Impact: Vieira notches three RBIs off two hits and scores one run.
- Cagle’s Performance: Cagle records eight strikeouts on the mound and contributes two RBIs at the plate.
Offensive Firepower
- Hits and RBIs: Clemson finishes with 11 hits and eight RBIs.
- Multiple Contributors: Alex Brown, McKenzie Clark, and Vieira each tally two hits, with five other Tigers contributing a hit.
- Balanced Offense: Five players finish with at least one RBI, while eight Tigers score a run.
Game Highlights
- Early Momentum: Vieira sparks the Tigers’ offense with two runs in the second inning.
- Fourth Inning Surge: Clemson loads the bases and scores four runs, extending their lead to 6-1.
- Closing Strong: Moore and Vieira seal the victory with RBIs in the sixth inning.
Pitching Performance
- Cagle’s Dominance: Cagle pitches all six innings, earning her third win of the season with eight strikeouts and zero earned runs.
Upcoming Games
- Next Matchups: Clemson faces Miami (Ohio) and UConn on Saturday, February 24, at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. respectively.
- Viewing Options: Both games are available on ACCNX, and single-game tickets are available online or at the gate for all home games.
- Stay Updated: Live stats and viewing links are accessible on the Clemson Softball schedule page.
