Virginia Tech Softball Slugs Past Clemson to Secure Series Win

The Hokies defeated the Tigers, 10-5, on Saturday night.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:49am

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The Virginia Tech Hokies softball team defeated the Clemson Tigers 10-5 on Saturday night to secure the series win. The Hokies' offense was led by home runs from Jordan Lynch, Annika Rohs, Nora Abromavage, and Kylie Aldridge, while pitcher Emma Mazzarone and reliever Bree Carrico combined to hold the Tigers in check on the mound.

Why it matters

This victory extends Virginia Tech's winning streak in ACC play and keeps them in contention for a top seed in the conference tournament. The Hokies' powerful lineup has been a key factor in their success this season, with all nine starters hitting above .300.

The details

The Hokies jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning, but Clemson responded with a two-run home run in the second. Virginia Tech then pulled away with a four-run fourth inning, highlighted by solo shots from Rohs and Abromavage. Clemson tried to mount a comeback, but the Hokies' bullpen shut the door to secure the series win.

  • The game was played on Saturday night, April 5, 2026.
  • The Hokies and Tigers had split the first two games of the series.

The players

Michelle Chatfield

Virginia Tech first baseman who had an RBI single in the first inning.

Addison Foster

Virginia Tech center fielder who went 3-for-4 with an RBI, two runs scored, and a double.

Jordan Lynch

Virginia Tech third baseman who hit a two-run home run in the second inning.

Kylie Aldridge

Virginia Tech designated player who hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning.

Emma Mazzarone

Virginia Tech left-handed pitcher who started the game and went 4.1 innings, allowing 4 runs (3 earned) on 4 hits with 4 strikeouts and 3 walks.

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What they’re saying

“We played well. They scored some runs off us, but we punched back. So, a good night for us.”

— Pete D'Amour, Hokies head coach

“She sees the strike zone very well. I think just how she sees the ball really helps the rest of the lineup follow her.”

— Annika Rohs, Hokies shortstop

“I was just thinking, be on time first pitch. I saw it go up, and I was due, so it felt good, and I was just excited. It was nice to see how excited my teammates were.”

— Annika Rohs, Hokies shortstop

“I was just trying to get in the strike zone. Let my defense work, just trying to bounce back from [Thursday].”

— Emma Mazzarone, Hokies left-handed pitcher

“Nothing really [changed]. Thursday, hit the ball hard against her. Just kept doing what we were doing.”

— Pete D'Amour, Hokies head coach

What’s next

The Hokies will travel to Radford to face the Highlanders on Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET before heading to Charlottesville this weekend to take on No. 17 Virginia.

The takeaway

Virginia Tech's powerful offense, led by a deep lineup of hitters all batting over .300, has been the key to their success this season. The Hokies' ability to respond to Clemson's early runs and pull away late shows the depth and resilience of this team as they continue their push for an ACC title.