Clemson softball secured an 11-5 victory against Louisville in their final regular-season game, with the Tigers now heading into postseason play boasting a 33-16 (15-9 ACC) record. Meanwhile, Louisville concludes the weekend with a 26-23 (7-14 ACC) record.
Offensive Highlights
The Tigers showcased an impressive offensive display, recording 11 hits, marking the 12th occasion in 2024 that they achieved double-digit hits. Senior McKenzie Clark led the charge, going 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBIs. Freshman Julia Knowler and graduate Lindsey Garcia also contributed significantly, each tallying two hits. Garcia’s highlight was a three-run home run, securing a team-high four RBIs for the day.
Base Running
Clemson displayed aggressive base running, notching two stolen bases early in the game. Maddie Moore and Alia Logoleo contributed to this effort, with Maddie Moore securing her 15th stolen base of the season and Logoleo her fifth.
Scoring Plays
The Tigers dominated the scoring, particularly in the third inning, where they scored four runs with two outs. Valerie Cagle’s hustle on the bases led to additional runs, capitalizing on Louisville’s errors.
Sixth Inning Surge
Clemson further solidified their lead in the sixth inning, adding six more runs after loading the bases. Clark and Garcia were instrumental in this surge, with Garcia’s three-run homer sealing the victory.
Louisville’s Response
Louisville managed to put up a fight, scoring four runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to narrow the deficit to 11-5.
Pitching Performance
Regan Spencer started strong in the circle, pitching 5.2 innings with two strikeouts and no walks, improving her record to 9-3 for the year. Junior Brooke McCubbin closed out the game with a solid performance, conceding no walks and securing one strikeout.
Overall, Clemson’s cohesive performance in both offense and defense secured a convincing win, setting a positive tone as they head into postseason play.
