Eagles Win BIG In Home Season-Opener Vs. St. ANdrews

Waleska, GA. - In an impressive display of skill and coordination, the Reinhardt University softball team opened their season with a landslide victory over the St. Andrews University Knights. The game, which took place on Friday afternoon at thier home field, ended with the Eagles decisively defeating the Knights 9-1 & 10-2 in their first AAC conference game of the season.

Game One:

Right from the start, the Eagles set a commanding pace, scoring five runs in the first inning alone, thanks to robust performances from their line-up. Players like Eryn Lee and Maddie Wright were instrumental in racking up runs, contributing two and one runs respectively. The game saw a total of eight Eagles players crossing the plate, demonstrating a well-rounded offensive effort.

Pitching also played a crucial role, with Anslie Pettit starting on the mound for Reinhardt and contributing to a defensively strong game. The combined effort of batters and the pitcher ensured that Reinhardt maintained control throughout the game, limiting the Knights to just one run.

Key players like Taylor Wade and Molly Stevens not only scored but also contributed with multiple RBIs, proving pivotal in building the game's momentum and securing the win. Reinhardt's aggressive batting and solid defense were key factors in their dominant performance.

Game Two:

From the opening pitch by Bella Krauth, the Eagles demonstrated control and prowess. A standout early game moment was the hoemrun by Ansley Hight in the first inning, which sent Reinhardt surging ahead and visibly shook the confidence of the St. Andrews team. Hight, alongside crucial contributors like Eryn Lee and Taylor Wade, who marked runs, and Emma Scott, who not only scored a home run but also brought in two crucial RBIs, played pivotal roles in the tilt.

Not to be overshadowed, the RBIs distribution showed a team effort with Ansley Hight leading by registering four RBIs, further demonstrating her pivotal involvement in the day's success. A. Hight's triple and Scott's home run put unforgettable highlights in the record books for this faceoff. The Eagles showed not just skill but also strategic supremacy which kept them ahead throughout the game.

This victory sets a positive tone for the Eagles' upcoming games, beginning their record at 2-0. Fans and players alike are optimistic about the season ahead, hoping to continue this winning streak. Up next, the Eagles will be playing at Middle Georgia State this upcoming Monday, February 17th, at 1pm & 3pm.