Clemson Softball Takes Series at Notre Dame

Tigers win rubber match 4-1 behind strong pitching performance from Sierra Maness

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:57pm

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The No. 25 Clemson Tigers softball team won the rubber match against Notre Dame 4-1 on Sunday, taking the three-game series 2-1. Clemson got key hits from Marian Collins, Macey Cintron, and Mac Pavese, while pitcher Sierra Maness threw a complete game, allowing just one run on three hits with three strikeouts.

Why it matters

This series win on the road against a conference opponent is an important result for the Tigers, who are looking to build momentum and position themselves for a strong finish to the ACC season and potential postseason berth.

The details

Clemson's offense was led by Cintron's 2-for-3 day at the plate, including a drawn walk, while Pavese added a key RBI single in the 7th inning. In the circle, Maness was dominant, retiring the last 13 batters she faced and allowing just 1-for-8 hitting with runners on base for Notre Dame.

  • The series took place on March 22, 2026 in South Bend, Indiana.

The players

Marian Collins

Clemson softball player who hit a two-run single in the game.

Macey Cintron

Clemson softball player who went 2-for-3 at the plate with a walk.

Mac Pavese

Clemson softball player who had an RBI hit in the 7th inning.

Sierra Maness

Clemson softball pitcher who threw a complete game, allowing just one run on three hits with three strikeouts.

Notre Dame

Clemson's opponent, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish softball team.

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What they’re saying

“Sunday was a whole lot better day for No. 25 Clemson than it was on Saturday.”

— Will Vandervort, Author

The takeaway

Clemson's series win at Notre Dame demonstrates the team's resilience and ability to bounce back after a tough loss, positioning them well for the rest of the ACC season as they look to secure a postseason berth.