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In a crucial elimination match at Taylor-Sanders Field, the No. 6 seed Centenary softball team emerged victorious against No. 3 seed Trinity University Tigers, finishing 5-3. This win advances Centenary’s record to 21-21. The team showcased impressive offensive skills, with key contributions from players and solid pitching from Anna Scarbrock and Emma Shepherd. Despite a subsequent loss to the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs, Centenary’s performance highlighted their resilience and determination throughout the tournament.
Georgetown, Texas – The No. 6 seed Centenary softball team defeated the No. 3 seed Trinity University Tigers in a key elimination game at the 2025 Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Championship, with a final score of 5-3. The game took place at Taylor-Sanders Field on the campus of Southwestern University, marking a significant moment for Centenary as they advanced their record to 21-21 for the season.
This victory secured Centenary’s place in the next round, where they faced the top-seeded Texas Lutheran Bulldogs (TLU) at 12:30 p.m. TLU entered the matchup with an impressive record of 38-2 and held the fourth position in the NFCA/Gorout Division III Top 25 Softball Coaches’ Poll, making them a formidable opponent.
Trinity University concluded its season with an overall record of 32-12 following the loss to Centenary. The win against Trinity marked the second consecutive victory for Centenary in the tournament, as they previously secured a win against the No. 5 seed McMurry University War Hawks.
During the match against Trinity, Centenary showcased strong offensive performance, recording a total of six hits and drawing three walks, alongside committing one error. Key players included Taylor Good and Catherine Stokes, each contributing two hits to lead the team’s offense. Centenary started the game strong, scoring two runs in the second inning and then regaining momentum by adding three more runs in the fifth inning.
In the circle, Anna Scarbrock earned the win for Centenary, pitching four innings and allowing two earned runs. Senior Emma Shepherd stepped in to secure her first save of the season, closing out the game by pitching the final three innings, where she only allowed one unearned run.
In order to claim the championship title, Centenary needed to defeat Texas Lutheran twice, should they manage to win the subsequent matchup. However, Centenary’s tournament run ended in the next game, where they faced Texas Lutheran once more, only to lose 5-0. This loss eliminated Centenary from the championship contention, paving the way for TLU to advance to face the No. 2 seed University of St. Thomas Celts in the championship round.
The tournament showcased Centenary’s resilience and determination, especially after bouncing back from earlier losses and putting forth competitive efforts against higher-ranked teams. The highlight of the tournament for Centenary will undoubtedly be their victory over Trinity, a strong performance in a pressure-filled elimination game that re-energized their chances at the title.
As the championship progresses, Texas Lutheran proved their strength yet again, demonstrating why they are considered one of the top teams in the nation. Centenary’s season concluded with a record of 21-22, as they look forward to the future with hopes of returning stronger next year.
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