The Virginia Tech softball team dominates Notre Dame in a three-game series, improving their season record to 15-3-1. Next, they face Eastern Kentucky and Louisville.
Virginia Tech Softball Sweeps Notre Dame to Open ACC Play
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The Virginia Tech softball team had a strong start to conference play, sweeping Notre Dame in a three-game series over the weekend. The Hokies, ranked 20th in the nation, improved their season record to 15-3-1 with the victories.
In the series opener, Cori McMillan played a crucial role in the Hokies' 9-1 win, driving in four runs. The team continued their dominant performance in the second game, with Bre Peck hitting a home run and contributing three RBIs in a 9-3 victory.
Sunday's series finale saw Maija Louko hitting a grand slam and Michelle Chatfield adding a home run to secure an 11-5 win for the Hokies. The team showcased their offensive prowess throughout the series, putting up impressive numbers on the scoreboard.
Next, the Hokies will face Eastern Kentucky in a midweek game before heading to Louisville for a three-game series next weekend. With their strong start to ACC play, the Hokies will look to carry their momentum into the upcoming matchups.
Virginia Tech Women's Lacrosse Falls to Top-Ranked Boston College
The Virginia Tech women's lacrosse team faced a tough challenge on the road against top-ranked Boston College. Despite their efforts, the Hokies fell to the Eagles with a final score of 20-7.
The Hokies started the game strong, trailing by just one goal early on with a score of 3-2. However, Boston College went on a scoring run to establish a commanding lead.
Paige Tyson showed her skill by scoring two goals for the Hokies, but it wasn't enough to overcome the dominant performance of Boston College. The loss brings the Hokies' overall record to 4-2, with a 1-1 record in the ACC.
The team will now turn their attention to their upcoming home game against Elon. They will aim to bounce back from the defeat and continue their strong form in conference play.
Virginia Tech Baseball Takes Series Win over Stony Brook
The Virginia Tech baseball team had a successful weekend series against Stony Brook, winning two out of three games. After winning the series opener 6-3 on Friday, the Hokies continued their strong performance with an 11-5 victory in Game 2 on Saturday.
Looking to secure a sweep, the Hokies unfortunately fell short in the third and final game, losing by a close margin of 4-3. Despite the loss, the team showcased their competitiveness and determination throughout the series.
With the series win, the Hokies' season record now stands at 8-3. They will look to bounce back and get back on the winning track when they host Binghamton in their upcoming game.
Caitlin Clark Breaks Scoring Record in Iowa's Victory
In an impressive feat, Iowa's Caitlin Clark broke the Division 1 men's and women's scoring record during her team's victory over second-ranked Ohio State. Clark surpassed Pete Maravich's record of 3,667 points, reaching the milestone late in the second quarter on a free throw.
Clark's outstanding performance helped Iowa secure a 93-83 win against a highly ranked opponent. Following the NCAA Tournament, she announced her decision to enter the WNBA Draft.
It will be intriguing to see if the Hokies have the opportunity to face Clark and Iowa in the NCAA Tournament. Given Clark's remarkable scoring ability, such a matchup would undoubtedly be an exciting and highly anticipated game.
