App State Softball Dominates in Action-Packed Weekend

Mountaineers sweep Furman and Queens with decisive victories

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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In an eventful weekend, the Appalachian State University softball team went 4-0, dominating Furman University and Queens University of Charlotte. The Mountaineers won by decisive margins, showcasing their offensive and defensive prowess throughout the series.

Why it matters

This strong performance by the App State softball team demonstrates their ability to compete at a high level and maintain their momentum throughout the season. The lopsided victories over Furman and Queens highlight the team's depth and versatility, which could bode well for their postseason aspirations.

The details

On Friday, App State crushed Furman 10-0 in 5 innings, scoring 5 runs in the first inning alone. Freshman infielder Taylor Schafer hit a grand slam in the second inning to extend the lead. The next day, the Mountaineers won 15-1, scoring 7 runs in the first 2 innings. On Sunday, App State swept a doubleheader against Queens, winning the first game 11-3 and the second 11-3 as well, powered by Schafer's hitting and the team's overall offensive onslaught.

  • The series against Furman took place on Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11.
  • The doubleheader against Queens was played on Sunday, March 12.
  • App State will travel to Charleston, South Carolina to play the College of Charleston on Tuesday, March 14 at 5 p.m.

The players

Taylor Schafer

A freshman infielder for the App State softball team who hit a grand slam and had several key hits throughout the weekend.

Julia Girk

A sophomore outfielder for the Mountaineers who scored a run in the series against Furman.

Grace Barrett

A junior infielder for App State who recorded a hit that allowed a run to score in the Furman game.

Makayla McClain

A senior infielder for the Mountaineers who scored a run in the win over Queens.

Madison Fletcher

A freshman utility player for App State who hit a double to widen the lead against Queens.

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What they’re saying

“This was a great team effort all weekend long. We played with a lot of energy and intensity, and it showed in the results.”

— Shelly Hoerner, App State Softball Head Coach (theappalachianonline.com)

What’s next

On Tuesday, March 14, the App State softball team will travel to Charleston, South Carolina to take on the College of Charleston Cougars at 5 p.m.

The takeaway

App State's dominant performance over the weekend showcases the team's offensive firepower and defensive prowess, positioning them as a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming season. The lopsided victories over Furman and Queens demonstrate the Mountaineers' depth and ability to maintain their momentum, which could bode well for their postseason aspirations.