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Hatzopoulos Becomes Fourth Phoenix Player With 30 Career Hits
Elon softball falls to Campbell in series finale
Apr. 19, 2026 at 7:27pm
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Elon's softball team falls short against Campbell, but junior outfielder Hatzopoulos reaches a career milestone with her 30th hit.Buies Creek TodayElon University's softball team dropped the rubber game of its three-game series against Campbell on April 19, 2026, losing 5-2 at Campbell's home field in Buies Creek, North Carolina. The Phoenix were led offensively by junior outfielder Hatzopoulos, who recorded two of the team's four hits in the contest, going 2-for-3 at the plate and becoming the fourth player in Elon University softball history to reach 30 or more career hits.
Why it matters
This loss drops Elon's record to 20-18 on the season, while Campbell improves to 24-14. The Phoenix are looking to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season, while Campbell continues its strong campaign.
The details
Campbell took an early lead, scoring two runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Fighting Camels added another in the third and two more in the fifth to build a 5-0 advantage. Elon answered with two runs in the top of the sixth, but could not close the gap further. On the mound, Elon's starting pitcher worked five innings, allowing four earned runs on six hits with three strikeouts and two walks. Campbell's pitcher earned the win, throwing six shutout innings before yielding the two late runs.
- The game was played on April 19, 2026.
- Hatzopoulos' 30th career hit came during this game.
The players
Hatzopoulos
A junior outfielder for the Elon University softball team who recorded two of the team's four hits in the game, going 2-for-3 at the plate and becoming the fourth player in Elon University softball history to reach 30 or more career hits.
Elon University softball team
The softball team from Elon University that dropped the rubber game of its three-game series against Campbell on April 19, 2026.
Campbell
The opposing team that defeated Elon University's softball team 5-2 in the series finale, improving their record to 24-14 on the season.
What’s next
Elon University's softball team will look to bounce back in their next series as they continue their season. Campbell will look to build on this win as they aim for a strong finish to their campaign.
The takeaway
This game showcases the competitive nature of the Elon-Campbell softball rivalry, with Campbell emerging victorious in the series finale. Hatzopoulos' milestone hit is a bright spot for Elon, as they look to regroup and finish the season strong.