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Softball drops both games in double-header

Softball drops both games in double-header
While playing in the Concordia Kickoff Classic, the Eagles took back-to-back losses.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 1, 2020

Biola softball continued their run of games in the Concordia Kickoff Classic this Saturday, Feb. 1. The Eagles had a double-header on the schedule against Cal State Dominguez Hills and California State University, Chico, however were unable to continue their two-game win streak. TOUGH DAY In the first...

Softball sweeps start of Concordia Kickoff Classic

Softball sweeps start of Concordia Kickoff Classic
Biola softball sparked their season opener with two shutout wins over Stanislaus State and CSU East Bay.
Andi Basista, News Editor January 31, 2020

Biola softball began their 2020 season in Irvine, California on Friday morning where they soared to double victories in the Concordia Kickoff Classic. The Eagles brought home a 8-0 win against Stanislaus State in just five innings courtesy of the run-rule. BU continued to dominate in their second matchup...

Softball splits doubleheader against Azusa Pacific

Softball splits doubleheader against Azusa Pacific
The Eagles shutout rivals APU in an eight-inning game one victory.
Andi Basista, News Editor May 2, 2019

Softball took to the diamond at Azusa Pacific University on Thursday afternoon to battle out in a doubleheader against the Cougars. Biola shut out APU in the first game of the day, 1-0. However, the Eagles let game two slip away and the Cougars walked away with the final victory, 4-3. PITCHING PERFECTION Game...

Softball takes two tough losses on senior night

Softball takes two tough losses on senior night
Seniors celebrate friendships as the Eagles’ season comes to an end.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor April 25, 2019

Biola softball celebrated senior night at home against Concordia University Thursday night in a doubleheader. Despite competitive pitching, the Eagles took heartbreaking losses in both games, 3-2 and 11-2. In the first game, Concordia was the first team on the board with a run in the second inning....

Softball splits doubleheader on the road

Softball splits doubleheader on the road
The Eagles shine in game two against Notre Dame de Namur.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor April 19, 2019

Biola softball played their second doubleheader against Notre Dame de Namur in Belmont, California on Friday afternoon. The Eagles split the doubleheader, losing the first 6-3, and winning the second 4-0. In the first game, freshman outfielder Madison Blossey hit a triple and put the Eagles up two...

Softball sweeps Notre Dame de Namur

Softball sweeps Notre Dame de Namur
The Eagles go up 2-0 in the first day of a four-game series against NDNU.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 18, 2019

The Eagles traveled to Belmont, California today to compete in their first of two doubleheaders. The first game of the day started dry, however, Biola pulled themselves together and emerged with a victory, 6-2. The second game carried the same energy from the Eagles. They ended the game in the sixth...

Softball splits doubleheader against Hawaii Hilo

Softball splits doubleheader against Hawaii Hilo
The Eagles battle the Vulcans in their first doubleheader of the week.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 20, 2019

Softball kicked off yet another doubleheader at Freedom Field against Hawaii Hilo University Tuesday night. Biola took the first win, 10-5, however, the Vulcans won the high-pressure contest in the second game, 11-3. EAGLES FLY HIGH The Eagles came out with a presence, putting them up 3-0 at the bottom...

Softball splits second doubleheader against HPU

Softball splits second doubleheader against HPU
The Eagles dominated the first game, but were taken by surprise in the second.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 12, 2019

The Eagles hosted a doubleheader against Hawaii Pacific University at Freedom Field on Tuesday. Just one day prior, Biola swept Hawaii Pacific in another doubleheader. This time around, the Eagles easily won the first game 2-0, but took a surprising loss in the final game, 8-6. POWERFUL PITCHING The...

Softball loses doubleheader at Concordia

Junior catcher Kayla Neff swings at a pitch during the Eagles' game against Cal State San Marcos on Feb. 10. The game was eventually suspended due to rain.
Eagles swept on the road despite late comeback in second game.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 22, 2019

Softball traveled to nearby Concordia University Irvine on Friday looking to establish themselves as the better Eagles in the start of PacWest competition. However, the other Eagles from Irvine got the better of Biola, sweeping the doubleheader with a 3-0 shutout and 5-4 walk-off win. In game one...

Softball cannot stay ahead in doubleheader sweep

Freshman outfielder Sicili Brittingham takes a swing during Biola's doubleheader against Hope International on Feb. 12. The Eagles lost both games to the Royals.
Blown leads bite the Eagles, who open season with two straight losses to Hope International.
Austin Green, Managing Editor February 13, 2019

After rain interfered with Biola softball’s first four scheduled games, the Eagles got more than they bargained for in their long-awaited season opener against Hope International University, losing 3-2 in a nine-inning marathon on Tuesday. The Eagles were two outs away from giving Nikki Udria a win...

Softball splits rough doubleheader

Softball splits rough doubleheader
The Eagles grab a win and a loss in rematch against CBU.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor April 22, 2018

Softball took on a tough doubleheader against 12th-ranked California Baptist University Lancers in Riverside, Calif. on April 21. The first game ended with the Eagles winning in the 10th inning by a score of 2-0, but they fell short in a 3-2 battle in the second game. EAGLES GRAB A WIN IN THE 10TH In...

Softball takes clean sweep over NDNU

Biola softball
The Eagles grab their 30th win of the season and set new records.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor April 15, 2018

Softball dominated in all aspects of the game, securing their 30th and 31st win after a blowout against the Notre Dame De Namur University Argonautson April 14. The Eagles grabbed a victory by a sweep of 9-2 in the first game and won by 7-2 in the second. 30TH WIN OF SEASON The first game began with...