RALEIGH, N.C. – The Meredith College Avenging Angels battled Greensboro College in a USA South Conference doubleheader on Saturday, splitting the day on a beautiful afternoon at home in front of an energetic home crowd.
Game 1: Greensboro 4, Meredith 1
Greensboro used a big fifth inning to claim the opener, 4-1, despite Meredith competing throughout.
Ashbee Standridge provided the spark for the Avenging Angels with a solo home run in the seventh. Mariah Bell led the offense with two hits, while both Bell and Emilee Lewis each added a stolen base to apply early pressure.
In the circle, Lillie Davis went the first five innings before Rhyleigh Horne closed things out with two scoreless innings, not allowing a run and keeping Greensboro in check down the stretch.
Game 2: Meredith 2, Greensboro 1
Meredith responded with a gritty 2-1 win in game two behind strong pitching and timely hitting.
In a pivotal sixth inning, Ashbee Standridge delivered a clutch leadoff hit to spark the rally. Rylee Meyer entered as a pinch runner and came around to score the go-ahead—and ultimately game-winning—run, showcasing aggressive baserunning and execution.
Emilee Lewis continued her strong day at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 and setting the tone offensively. In the circle, Lillie Davis was outstanding, tossing a complete game and limiting Greensboro to just one run on three hits while working through key moments with poise.
Key Performances
Up Next
Meredith returns to action at home on Tuesday, April 7, hosting the Methodist University Monarchs. Game times at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
