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App State Softball Dominates Furman in 15-1 Win
The Mountaineers scored in every inning, including a third-inning grand slam, to cruise to victory.
Published on Mar. 7, 2026
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The App State softball team scored seven runs through the first two innings against Furman and then broke the game open with a grand slam in the third inning, leading to a convincing 15-1 win in five innings. The Mountaineers scored in every inning to improve their record to 15-5 on the year.
Why it matters
This victory continues App State's strong start to the season and showcases the team's offensive firepower. The Mountaineers have now won 15 of their first 20 games, putting them in a good position as they look to compete for a conference title.
The details
App State scored just three batters into the game after Grace Barrett drove an RBI double into left field. The Mountaineers then added six more runs in the second inning before Leah Gore hit a grand slam in the third to break the game open. App State scored in every inning on its way to the 15-1 victory in five innings.
- The game was played on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
The players
Grace Barrett
An App State player who drove in the first run of the game with an RBI double.
Leah Gore
An App State player who hit a grand slam in the third inning to break the game open.
What’s next
The Mountaineers will now play a doubleheader against Furman on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
The takeaway
App State's offensive outburst and dominant pitching performance showcased the team's potential as they look to build on their strong start to the season.
