Softball Splits Doubleheader Against Anna Maria

Framingham State Rams lose first game but bounce back for a hard-fought win in the second matchup.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:05am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a softball game in motion, with overlapping planes of color representing the players, field, and action.The Framingham State Rams and Anna Maria Amcats softball teams engage in a hard-fought conference doubleheader, with the Rams splitting the games and demonstrating their resilience.Framingham Today

The Framingham State Rams softball team split a doubleheader against the Anna Maria Amcats on March 29. After losing the first game, the Rams came back to win the second game 6-5 in a close contest. The Rams' overall record now stands at 5-11, with a 1-1 conference record.

Why it matters

The split doubleheader against a conference opponent shows the Rams' resilience and ability to bounce back after a tough loss. Despite having a young team with no seniors, the Rams are demonstrating strong team chemistry and leadership from their captains as they look to compete for the MASCAC title.

The details

In the first game, the Rams jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but the Amcats mounted a comeback in the late innings to win 5-4. Sophomore Audrey Gauthier pitched well for the Rams, striking out batters consistently. In the second game, the Rams fell behind 3-0 but regained the lead with a three-run home run by sophomore Ava Gray. The teams traded runs, but the Rams held on for a 6-5 victory, with junior Peyton Farris earning the win in relief.

  • The doubleheader took place on March 29.
  • The Rams' most recent games were a non-conference doubleheader loss to Babson College on March 31, bringing their overall record to 5-11.

The players

Ellie Etemad-Gilbertson

A sophomore on the Framingham State softball team.

Eliza Carignan

A junior captain on the Framingham State softball team.

Ava Gray

A sophomore on the Framingham State softball team who hit a three-run home run in the second game.

Peyton Farris

A junior on the Framingham State softball team who earned the win in relief in the second game.

Isabella MacDonald

A sophomore on the Framingham State softball team.

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What they’re saying

“When I had two runners on, my mindset was to drive the ball up the middle and get at least one run in. The home run just ended up coming from that approach.”

— Ava Gray

“Between every pitch, I like to step out of the box, take a deep breath, and reset. That routine has really helped me stay focused and locked in during my at-bats.”

— Ava Gray

“Our biggest challenge in the Anna Maria games was not making adjustments early enough in our at-bats. In the second game, we focused more on staying back and hitting hard line drives, which made a big difference.”

— Ava Gray

“As a team, we also made a conscious effort to forget about the first game. We came in with better energy and a fresh mindset, which helped us come out with the win.”

— Ava Gray

“Our mindset is to stay up the entire game, no matter the outcome. The more we stay positive, the better we will do. We can build off of each other's energy and confidence.”

— Eliza Carignan, Junior Captain

What’s next

The Rams will host the Bridgewater State Bears for their next conference doubleheader on April 4.

The takeaway

Despite their young roster, the Framingham State Rams softball team has shown resilience and the ability to bounce back from tough losses. Their strong team chemistry and leadership from the captains have them poised to compete for the MASCAC title this season.