RALEIGH, N.C. – Facing the nation's top-ranked team less than 24 hours after a conference matchup, the Avenging Angels returned to action Wednesday for a non-conference doubleheader against #1 Virginia Wesleyan. Despite the quick turnaround, Meredith continued to compete with resilience and energy, showcasing flashes on both sides of the ball against one of NCAA Division III's premier programs.
Game 1: #1 Virginia Wesleyan 15, Meredith 1 (5 innings)
Virginia Wesleyan struck early and maintained offensive pressure throughout, scoring in each of the first three innings to build a commanding lead. The Marlins totaled 17 hits in the contest.
Meredith created an early opportunity in the first as Emilee Lewis singled and Rylee Meyer drew a walk, and broke through in the fourth when Tess Spangenburg reached and Ashbee Standridge drove in a run with a double.
In the circle, Emily Dorsey made the start, with Jammie Wrenn and Kailey Hicks combining in relief. Hicks closed the final two innings, limiting further damage as the Avenging Angels continued to compete late.
Game 2: #1 Virginia Wesleyan 13, Meredith 0 (5 innings)
In the second game of the doubleheader, Virginia Wesleyan used a seven-run third inning to create separation early. The Marlins finished with nine hits and drew six walks, applying consistent offensive pressure.
Meredith found success late in the game with back-to-back singles from Tess Spangenburg and Ashbee Standridge in the fourth inning, putting runners on base and forcing the Marlins to respond defensively.
Inside the circle, Rhyleigh Horne got the start, with Leila Slater and Kailey Hicks providing relief efforts to close out the game. Hicks delivered a clean final inning, helping the Angels limit further damage late.
Key Performances
- Ashbee Standridge – Led Meredith offensively across the doubleheader, including an RBI double in Game 1 and multiple hits on the day
- Tess Spangenburg – Reached base in both games and sparked offensive opportunities
- Kailey Hicks – Contributed at the plate and in the circle, including a scoreless inning of relief in Game 2
- Emilee Lewis – Set the tone early in Game 1 with a leadoff single and aggressive baserunning
- Pitching Staff Effort – Meredith utilized multiple arms across both games in a challenging back-to-back stretch
Up Next
Meredith hits the road Saturday, traveling to Staunton, Virginia for USA South Conference play against Mary Baldwin University.
