LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — The Carolina University Bruins softball team opened CAC conference play on Saturday afternoon, falling in both games of a doubleheader at Georgia Gwinnett College. After entering the weekend looking to snap a four-game skid, the Bruins were unable to generate enough offense, dropping Game 1 and Game 2 in Lawrenceville.

Game 1: Georgia Gwinnett 10, Carolina 0 (5 innings)

Carolina was held scoreless in the opener, managing four hits across five innings while Georgia Gwinnett capitalized offensively to secure a 10-0 run-rule victory.

The Bruins saw hits from Lexi Hall, Madison Hamilton, Anni Bergmeier, and Emily Wilson, but were unable to string together a scoring opportunity, leaving four runners on base.

In the circle, Anni Bergmeier went the distance, tossing 4.0 innings while recording one strikeout. Georgia Gwinnett used a combination of timely hitting and pressure on the bases to build separation early.

Game 2: Georgia Gwinnett 10, Carolina 0 (5 innings)

In game two, Carolina again collected four hits but could not break through offensively, falling 10-0 in another five-inning contest.

Nathaly Ochoa led the Bruins with a double, while Emily Wilson, Chloe Herbster, and Jocelyn DeMoss each added a hit. Carolina also showed improved plate discipline with two walks but stranded six runners.

Defensively, the Bruins were more consistent, committing no errors, but Georgia Gwinnett's offense once again proved efficient, scoring in multiple innings to secure the sweep.

Coach's Comments

Interim Head Coach Danielle Brooks reflected on the team's effort and areas for growth following the doubleheader:

"We're facing a tough stretch right now, but this group continues to compete and show resilience. We have to focus on putting together complete innings—both offensively and defensively—and take advantage of our opportunities. Conference play is just getting started, and we're committed to improving every game."

Up Next

Carolina University will look to regroup and bounce back as they travel to Erskine College on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 for a doubleheader starting at 2pm.