https://sfuathletics.com/rss.aspx?path=softballLatest news items for Saint Francis University Athleticsen-us60https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/29/red-flash-softball-wins-third-freshman-of-the-week-award.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/29/red-flash-softball-wins-third-freshman-of-the-week-award.aspxSoftball

This past weekend, the Red Flash competed in their final home series of the 2026 season against the Sharks of LIU in a rematch of the 2025 NEC Softball Championship. In that three-game set, senior Annabelle Farmer and freshman Olivia Hood contributed significantly to their team's success, earning recognition from the conference in this week's awards.]]>Rookie of the week Feb24Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:48:00 EST1118575https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/26/red-flash-softball-unable-to-break-through-on-senior-day-doubleheader.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/26/red-flash-softball-unable-to-break-through-on-senior-day-doubleheader.aspxSoftball

Saint Francis Softball was unable to play the role of spoiler in today's finals home games against LIU, falling by scores of 11-8 and 12-2, respectively, on Sunday afternoon at the Red Flash Softball Field in Loretto, Pa. Freshman Olivia Hood ended the day with four hits and three RBIs.]]>SB RECAP APRIL 26 2026 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:15:00 EST1118569https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/25/softball-garroway-breaks-program-record-in-rain-plagued-loss.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/25/softball-garroway-breaks-program-record-in-rain-plagued-loss.aspxSoftball

Following a four-and-a-half-hour rain delay, Saint Francis softball was unable to win the opening match against LIU, falling 13-4 on Saturday afternoon at the Red Flash Softball Field in Loretto, Pa. Junior Aliya Garroway broke the program record for the longest on-base streak.]]>SB RECAP APRIL 25 2026Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:42:00 EST1118566https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/24/red-softball-prepares-for-final-home-battle-with-senior-weekend-against-liu.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/24/red-softball-prepares-for-final-home-battle-with-senior-weekend-against-liu.aspxSoftball

As the 2026 season nears its conclusion, Saint Francis softball aims to finish the home schedule on a strong note with a final series at Lo, facing LIU's Sharks in a rematch of the 2025 NEC Championship game. Game one of this three-game series is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, at 11 a.m.]]>FF SB APR 24 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:44:00 EST1118561https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/22/softball-schedule-update-for-april-22-23-against-liu.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/22/softball-schedule-update-for-april-22-23-against-liu.aspxSoftball

The final home series of the 2026 softball season against LIU has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. The series will now feature a single game on Saturday, April 22, at 11 a.m., followed by a doubleheader on Sunday, April 23, at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Please stay tuned to our website and social media for further updates.]]>SB scedule update.2 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:50:00 EST1118554https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/21/red-flash-softball-endures-defeat-at-penn-state-garroway-ties-program-record.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/21/red-flash-softball-endures-defeat-at-penn-state-garroway-ties-program-record.aspxSoftball

Saint Francis softball suffers a 12-0 shutout loss against Central Pa Rival Penn State on Tuesday evening at Nittany Lion Softball Park and Beard Field in University Park, PA.]]>SB RECAP APRIL 21 2026Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:11:00 EST1118553https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/21/softball-schedule-update-for-april-22-against-youngstown-state.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/21/softball-schedule-update-for-april-22-against-youngstown-state.aspxSoftball

The doubleheader scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, against Youngstown State has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Please stay tuned to our website and social media pages for further updates.]]>SB scedule update.2 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:18:00 EST1118552https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/20/red-flash-softball-prepares-for-a-busy-midweek-slate.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/20/red-flash-softball-prepares-for-a-busy-midweek-slate.aspxSoftball

Following a three-game series against NEC foe FDU this past weekend, which featured two lengthy lightning delays in Game 1, the Red Flash look to get back on track as they continue their long road trip. This week's stops include Happy Valley and Youngstown for midweek matchups against Penn State and Youngstown State University, starting Tuesday, April 21, against the Nittany Lions at Nittany Lion Softball Park and Beard Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 6 p.m.]]>SB FF APRIL 20 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:46:00 EST1118548https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/18/red-flash-softball-unable-to-overcome-early-deficit-in-series-finale-at-fdu.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/18/red-flash-softball-unable-to-overcome-early-deficit-in-series-finale-at-fdu.aspxSoftball

Saint Francis softball dropped their game three decision to FDU by a score of 9-1 on Saturday afternoon at FDU Softball Field in Teaneck, NJ. Sophomore Sofia Zielinski's 34th RBI was responsible for today's lone run.]]>SB RECAP APRIL 18 2026Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:03:00 EST1118544https://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/17/softball-zielinski-sets-new-hitting-streak-record-in-fdu-doubleheader.aspxhttps://sfuathletics.com/news/2026/4/17/softball-zielinski-sets-new-hitting-streak-record-in-fdu-doubleheader.aspxSoftball

Saint Francis softball stumbles in twin billing against NEC opponent FDU by scores of 14-6 and 6-2, respectively. Junior Aliya Garroway extends her on-base streak to the second-longest in program history, while Sophomore Sofia Zielinski breaks the program record for longest hitting streak in program history.]]>SB RECAP APRIL 17 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:39:00 EST1118541