CARROLLTON, Ga. — Stetson (24-15, 9-2 ASUN) powered its way to a doubleheader sweep of West Georgia (11-28, 3-9 ASUN) on Friday at University Field, earning 13–3 and 8–1 victories. The Hatters combined for six home runs on the day while turning in strong performances in the circle.
In game one, Stetson struck early with a five-run first inning.
Annabella McClerren drew a leadoff walk before
Irianis Garcia launched a two-run home run to center. After singles from
Nicole Edmiaston and
Amber Chumley,
Gabby David capped the inning with a three-run homer to give the Hatters a 5–0 lead.
Stetson extended its advantage in the third, pushing the lead to 9–2. Chumley singled to start the rally, and
Madelyn Synoracki later drove her in. A sacrifice fly from
Gia Napoli added another run before McClerren delivered a two-run double.
The Hatters added four more runs in the fourth behind home runs from Edmiaston and
Logan Forman, building a 13–2 lead. West Georgia plated a run in the inning, but
Kennedy Temples closed out the fifth to secure the run-rule victory.
Hayley Arnold earned the win, tossing four innings while allowing three runs and striking out four. Temples followed with a perfect inning in relief.
The Hatters tied the program record for home runs in a game while also tying their season high in runs scored.
Stetson Top Performers — Game 1
In game two, Stetson broke through in the second inning, with
Logan Forman scoring an unearned run to open the scoring. The Hatters added another in the third on a fielder's choice by Synoracki to take a 2–0 lead.
West Georgia answered with a solo home run in the fourth to cut the deficit to 2–1, but Stetson responded in the fifth, capitalizing on an error to extend the lead to 3–1.
The Hatters put the game away in the seventh, erupting for five runs. Forman led off with a home run, and Edmiaston delivered the big blow with a three-run shot—her 17th of the season—to seal the 8–1 victory.
Ava Braswell was dominant in the circle, tossing a complete game while allowing just two hits and one run. She struck out four and walked one.
Stetson Top Performers — Game 2
Stetson returns to action Saturday at noon to close out the weekend series at West Georgia.
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At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
