Central Michigan Softball Comes Up Short in Charleston

Chippewas rally late but fall 4-5 to College of Charleston in weekend tournament

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Central Michigan Softball fought hard but ultimately fell 4-5 to the College of Charleston Cougars on Sunday. The Chippewas scored four runs in the top of the seventh inning to force extra innings, but the Cougars walked off the game with a bases-loaded fielder's choice. Despite the loss, Central Michigan outscored its opponents 36-26 with 54 hits over the 5-game weekend tournament.

Why it matters

The loss drops Central Michigan's record to 2-3 on the young season, but the Chippewas showed grit and resilience in their comeback effort. The team is still finding its identity early on, but the offensive production and fight displayed are encouraging signs for the rest of the season.

The details

Mackenzie Langan took the loss for Central Michigan, striking out 6 batters. Brooklyn Compau entered in relief in the 5th inning. The Chippewas' 4 runs in the 7th inning came via singles from Angela Petrovitch, Grace Koenig, and London Williams, as well as a walk by Ella Luegge. Williams scored the tying run from first on a double by Jenna Kuzara, but the Cougars ultimately won it with a bases-loaded fielder's choice.

  • The game took place on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Central Michigan's overall record for the weekend tournament was 2-3.

The players

Mackenzie Langan

Central Michigan pitcher who took the loss, striking out 6 batters.

Brooklyn Compau

Central Michigan relief pitcher who entered in the 5th inning.

Angela Petrovitch

Central Michigan player who started the 7th inning rally with an infield single.

Hannah Tassin

Central Michigan player who reached base on an error in the 7th inning.

Emma Lotus

Central Michigan player who drove in a run with a ball in play in the 7th inning.

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What’s next

Central Michigan will next head to Minnesota to participate in a tournament hosted by the Golden Gophers at USBank Stadium from February 20-22.

The takeaway

Despite the tough loss, Central Michigan Softball showed its resilience and offensive firepower, rallying late to force extra innings. The Chippewas are still developing their identity early in the season, but the team's grit and tenacity are promising signs for the rest of the year.