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Govs Earn Seven-Run Win Against Drexel, Fall to Georgia State
Austin Peay softball team splits second day of UWG Opening Weekend
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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Austin Peay State University's softball team split its second day of the UWG Opening Weekend, defeating Drexel 10-3 before falling to Georgia State 8-3. Brie Howard hit two home runs on the day for the Governors.
Why it matters
The Governors' performance over the weekend will provide an early indication of the team's strengths and weaknesses as they look to build on their 2-1 start to the season.
The details
In the win over Drexel, the Governors had five extra-base hits, including home runs from Brie Howard and Natalie Burns. They scored seven runs in the sixth and seventh innings to pull away. In the loss to Georgia State, the Panthers jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, but the Governors responded with back-to-back home runs from Sammie Shelander and Katie Raper in the second. However, Georgia State added three more runs over the next two innings to secure the victory.
- The games were played on Saturday, February 8, 2026 at the UWG Opening Weekend tournament in Carrollton, Georgia.
- Austin Peay's next game is a 2 p.m. contest on Sunday, February 9, 2026 against host West Georgia.
The players
Brie Howard
A key player for the Governors, Howard hit two home runs on the day, including one in each game.
Natalie Burns
Recorded the first home run of her APSU career in the win over Drexel.
Drexel
The Governors' opponent in the first game, which they won 10-3.
Georgia State
The Governors' opponent in the second game, which they lost 8-3.
What’s next
Austin Peay closes its stay at the UWG Opening Weekend with a 2 p.m., Sunday contest against host West Georgia at University Field.
The takeaway
The Governors' split performance over the weekend showcases their offensive firepower, led by Brie Howard's power hitting, but also highlights areas for improvement as they look to build momentum heading into their next matchup against West Georgia.
