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August 25, 2010
FMU Softball to hold clinic on Aug. 30
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Monday, Aug. 30, at 1:30 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

August 11, 2010
FMU places 14 on D2 ADA Academic Achievement Awards list
The NCAA Division II Athletics Directors Association recently announced its annual list of recipients for the Division II ADA Academic Achievement Awards presented by WeatherPORT – a list that includes 14 student-athletes from Francis Marion University.

July 1, 2010
92 FMU Student-Athletes named to PBC Presidential Honor Roll
The Peach Belt Conference announced that a record 1,079 student-athletes have been named to the 19th-annual Presidential Honor Roll. The list includes 92 student-athletes from Francis Marion University, representing all 12 of its sponsored sports.

June 28, 2010
Patriot softball players listed in final NCAA stats report
Two Francis Marion University players are listed among the national leaders in the final 2010 NCAA Division II softball statistical report, while the Patriot squad is ranked highly in several team categories.

June 28, 2010
FMU Softball Fall 2010 Camp dates
Francis Marion University has announced a Fall Camp to be held on Sept. 11 and 12. The Sept. 11 date will be for all positions and hitting, while the Sept. 12 date will be for pitchers and catchers.

June 28, 2010
Tour of new FMU Softball Field to open in 2012
Take a stroll through Francis Marion University's new FMU Softball Field to open in the Spring of 2012.

June 3, 2010
FMU cancels Softball Camp for June 21-23
Francis Marion University has canceled its Summer Softball Camp set for June 21-23, but has announced a fall camp to be held on Sept. 11 and 12.

May 30, 2010
Patriot trio on PBC All-Academic Softball Team
Three seniors on the Francis Marion University softball team were among 18 players recently named to the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball All-Academic Team: third baseman Kat Beauvais, left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf, and leftfielder Jessica Birchmeier.

May 26, 2010
Wolf earns another All-Region softball honor
Francis Marion University senior left-handed softball pitcher Michaela Wolf has been named to another All-Region squad. This time the Littleton, Colo., native has been tabbed for the second-team Louisville Slugger/NFCA Southeast All-Region Team as the pitcher/utility player. This is the third consecutive year she has gained All-Region recognition.

May 20, 2010
Wolf and Phillips named to Daktronics All-Region squad
Francis Marion University senior left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf and junior right fielder Chelle Phillips have been selected to the second-team Daktronics Inc. All-Southeast Region softball team. Wolf was also named to the team in the designated player position, as well as the pitcher’s spot.

May 19, 2010
FMU schedules Summer Softball Camp 2010
Francis Marion University has announced the dates for a Summer Softball Camp, June 21-23, to be conducted by the Patriot Softball Program.

May 16, 2010
Knox walks to propel Patriots to title game
Junior Cea Knox walked with the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh inning to force in the winning run as fourth-seeded Francis Marion University rallied to beat 25th-ranked and fifth-seeded Carson-Newman College, Sunday afternoon (May 16) at the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Regional Softball Tournament at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium.

May 16, 2010
Patriots' season ends in NCAA subregional championship game
Francis Marion University kept top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University off the scoreboard for three innings, but the Patriots were not able to cross home plate themselves and ended up falling to the Saints 5-0 in the championship game of the NCAA Division II Dahlonega Southeast Regional Softball Tournament on Sunday night (May 16).

May 15, 2010
Patriots fall to top-ranked Saints 5-2 in NCAA sub-regional
Top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University pushed across three first-inning runs and went on to claim a 5-2 win over fourth-seeded Francis Marion University, Saturday afternoon (May 15) at the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Softball Regional at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium.

May 14, 2010
FMU's 5-run fifth drops Carson-Newman 5-0
No hit for four innings, fourth-seeded Francis Marion University woke the bats with a five-run fifth inning and went on to claim a 5-0 win over 25th-ranked and fifth-seeded Carson-Newman College, Friday evening (May 14) in the opening game of the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Regional Softball Tournament at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium.

May 10, 2010
FMU earns invite to NCAA Softball Tournament
The Francis Marion University softball program learned on Monday (May 10) that it has earned an invitation to the NCAA Division II national championships, the program’s second bid in three seasons.

May 8, 2010
Wolf earns ESPN The Magazine All-District Academic Honors
Francis Marion University senior left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf has been selected to the 2010 ESPN The Magazine® Academic All-District III (College Division) women's softball team. Wolf possesses a 3.58 grade point average as a mass communications major.

May 5, 2010
Patriot Diamond squads retain positions in NCAA region polls
The Francis Marion University baseball and softball teams remained first and fourth in their respective NCAA Division II Southeast Region polls announced on Wednesday (May 5).

April 29, 2010
Patriot Softball cracks Top 25 poll
The Francis Marion University women's softball team entered the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division II Top 25 poll for the first time this season at the No. 25 position in the poll released on Wednesday (April 28).

April 19, 2010
Patriot pair named to All-PBC softball team
Two members of the Francis Marion University softball team were recently named to the 2010 Peach Belt Conference All-Conference Team. Sophomore second baseman Ashley Jaramillo was named to the first team as an at-large selection, while sophomore center fielder Destinea Schneider was selected to the second team.

April 18, 2010
Patriots fall in PBC championship game
Second baseman Laura Voyles homered twice and drove in four runs to power top-ranked, top-seeded, and unbeaten North Georgia College & State University to a 9-5 win over third-seeded Francis Marion University, Sunday afternoon (April 18) in the championship game of the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Tournament at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex.

April 18, 2010
2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament
Francis Marion University and the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex will serve as hosts for the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament, Friday through Sunday, April 16-18.

April 17, 2010
North Georgia blanks Francis Marion 6-0
Junior right-hander Sarah Phillips pitched a five-hit shutout to lead top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University to a 6-0 win over third-seeded Francis Marion University, Saturday afternoon (April 17) in a semifinal game of the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence.

April 17, 2010
Patriots "destined" to reach PBC title game
Sophomore center fielder Destinea (pronounced destiny) Schneider beat out an infield single to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning as third-seeded Francis Marion University rallied for an improbable 5-4 win over seventh-seeded USC Aiken, Saturday evening (April 17) in the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament.

April 16, 2010
Wolf and Patriots persevere past UNCP 5-3
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf scattered 12 hits and registered three hits of her own at the plate to help lead third-seeded Francis Marion University past sixth-seeded UNC Pembroke 5-3, Friday afternoon (April 16) in the opening round of the Peach Belt Conference softball tournament.

April 16, 2010
PERFECTION ! Wolf allows nothing in 5-0 FMU win
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf pitched the first seven-inning perfect game in the history of the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament as third-seeded Francis Marion University beat seventh-seeded USC Aiken 5-0 in a winner’s bracket game on Friday evening (April 17) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex.

April 15, 2010
FMU hosts PBC Softball Tournament this weekend
For the third consecutive year, Francis Marion University will serve as host for the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament. The double-elimination event will take place Friday through Sunday (April 16-18) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex.

April 11, 2010
Wolf nearly perfect as Patriots sweep Senior Day doubleheader
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf picked up a historic win in almost historic fashion as she helped lead Francis Marion University to a Senior Day doubleheader sweep of Queens University of Charlotte, winning 2-0 and 2-1 on Sunday afternoon (April 11) in non-conference women's softball action.

April 10, 2010
Wolf propels Patriots to twinbill split at UNCP
Senior Michaela Wolf drove in a pair of runs and recorded her second career save as Francis Marion University claimed a game-two 4-3 win over UNC Pembroke on Saturday (April 10) and split of a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader with the Braves. UNCP won the opener 2-1 as FMU stranded runners on second and third as the game ended.

April 1, 2010
Patriots split softball DH at Pfeiffer
Freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser recorded five hits and senior left-hander Michaela Wolf reached another career milestone as Francis Marion University split a non-conference softball doubleheader at Pfeiffer University on Thursday afternoon (April 1). The Patriots won the opener 9-1 in five innings, but lost game-two 2-1, leaving the bases loaded in the final inning.

March 29, 2010
Jaramillo leads FMU Softball to split at Flagler
Sophomore second baseman Ashley Jaramillo went 4-for-4 with a three-run homer to help Francis Marion University to an 8-7 game-two win and a split of its Sunday afternoon (March 28) Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader at Flagler College. The Saints rolled to an 8-1 win in the opener.

March 27, 2010
Heiser led Patriots sweep Pirates on diamond
Freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser collected the game-winning hit in extra innings in the opener and then homered in the second contest as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Armstrong Atlantic State University, Saturday afternoon (March 27). The Patriots earned a come-from-behind 3-2 win in nine innings and finished off the sweep with a game-two 9-4 win.

March 21, 2010
Knox, Phillips, and Wolf help Patriots to soggy sweep
Junior right fielder Chelle Phillips drilled a game-winning three-run triple in game one and senior Michaela Wolf’s grand slam homer back the two-hit pitching of junior Cea Knox in game two as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from visiting Georgia College & State University on Sunday afternoon (March 21), winning 5-3 and 9-1 in five innings.

March 18, 2010
Patriots evenly split DH with Tampa
Senior southpaw Michaela Wolf pitched a seven-hitter and drove in three runs as Francis Marion University beat the University of Tampa 3-1 in the first game of their non-conference softball doubleheader on Thursday afternoon (March 18). However, Tampa returned the favor by rallying for a 3-1 victory in game two to salvage a split of the twinbill.

March 17, 2010
Patriot bats warm in Sunshine State, sweep Lions
Paced by junior right fielder Chelle Phillips’ six hits, Francis Marion University banged out 26 hits and scored 18 runs en route to a doubleheader sweep of Saint Leo University, Wednesday afternoon (March 17) in non-conference softball action. FMU won the opener 7-4 and game two 11-4.

March 14, 2010
Queens tops FMU 2-1 at Patriot Invitational
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf doubled home one a run and pitched a four-hitter with nine strikeouts, but Francis Marion University fell 2-1 to Queens University of Charlotte, Sunday (March 14) on the final day of the Patriot Invitational Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence.

March 13, 2010
FMU wins twice at Patriot Invitational on Saturday
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf pitched a five-hitter on the mound, while registering five hits and driving in four runs as Francis Marion University won a pair of games on Saturday (March 13) at the Patriot invitational Tournament at Freedom Florence.

March 12, 2010
Phillips lights up as Patriots win two at Invite
Junior right fielder Chelle Phillips registered six hits, scored five times, and drove in four runs to help lead Francis Marion University to a pair of wins at the Patriot Invitational Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence on Friday (March 12).

March 11, 2010
FMU Softball hosts Patriot Invitational Tournament
The Francis Marion University women’s softball team will host its annual Patriot Invitational Tournament, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (March 12-14) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex. This year’s field includes eight teams.

March 10, 2010
Wolf and Heiser help Patriots to sweep of Cougars
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf returned to action after a nearly two-week layoff and tossed a three-hit shutout, while freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser knocked in four runs as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Columbus State University on Wednesday afternoon (March 10), winning 8-0 in six innings and 7-4.

March 8, 2010
Schneider helps FMU sweep softball twinbill from Lander
Sophomore centerfielder Destinea Schneider collected five hits and her hits started game-winning rallies in both games of Sunday’s (March 7) Peach Belt Conference doubleheader as Francis Marion University swept a pair of games from Lander University, 4-3 and 3-2.

March 6, 2010
FMU Softball swept by top-ranked Saints
Top-ranked North Georgia College & State University hit five home runs and senior right-hander Sarah Phillips allowed only one earned run in 12 innings as the Saints swept a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader from Francis Marion University, 6-0 and 12-8, Saturday afternoon (March 6).

March 5, 2010
Busy weekend for Patriot spring sports teams
Four of the Francis Marion University spring sports teams – baseball, softball, and men’s and women’s tennis – will be in action at home this weekend (March 6-7).

February 28, 2010
Patriots split softball DH with 13th-ranked Pacers
A late rally in game one allowed Francis Marion University to gain a 5-2 victory and the Patriots went on to split a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader with 13th-ranked USC Aiken on Sunday afternoon (Feb. 28). The Pacers won the second contest 8-0 in five innings.

February 27, 2010
Knights experience the hard Knox life as Patriots sweep twinbill
Junior right-handed pitcher Cea Knox registered two wins on the mound and four hits, a home run, and three RBIs at the plate as Francis Marion University swept a non-conference softball doubleheader from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, 6-2 and 11-3, on Saturday afternoon (Feb. 27).

February 25, 2010
Patriot bats silenced by Jaguar hurlers
A pair of sophomore pitchers silenced the Francis Marion University softball bats for 14 innings on Thursday (Feb. 25) as Augusta State University swept a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader from the Patriots, winning both games 2-0.

February 17, 2010
Beauvais' bat carries Patriots past Limestone twice
Senior shortstop Kat Beauvais delivered a game-winning two-run double in game one and then scored three times and recorded two runs batted in during game two as Francis Marion University swept a non-conference softball doubleheader from Limestone College 3-1 and 9-1, Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 17).

February 15, 2010
Wolf weathers storm (literally) as Patriots sweep Hurricanes
Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf tossed a pair of complete games and drove in a run in each game as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Georgia Southwestern State University 5-2 and 8-3, Monday afternoon (Feb. 15).

February 9, 2010
FMU's Birchmeier gloves Player of the Week award
Senior outfielder Jessica Birchmeier has been named the Peach Belt Conference women’s softball Player of the Week for the opening week of the 2010 season.

February 7, 2010
Patriots take two big wins at Early Bird Tournament
The Francis Marion University offense exploded for 26 hits and 23 runs to sweep a pair of games on the final day of the Early Bird Tournament, Sunday (Feb. 7) in Aiken, S.C. FMU beat Chowan University 9-1 in six innings and Barton College 14-0 in five innings.

February 6, 2010
Patriot Softball splits two games at Early Bird Tournament
The Francis Marion University women’s softball team opened its 2010 season on Saturday (Feb. 6) by splitting a pair of games at the Early Bird Tournament. FMU defeated Mount Olive College 8-2 in its season opener, but then lost to Seton Hill University 8-6 on Saturday evening.

February 5, 2010
Patriots open Softball Season at Early Bird Tournament
The Francis Marion University women’s softball team will open its 2010 season on Saturday (Feb. 6) at the 2010 Early Bird Tournament in Aiken, S.C. FMU will play four games in two days at Aiken’s Citizens Park.

February 3, 2010
Patriot Softball celebrates Wear Red Day
The Francis Marion University women's softball team will participate in the National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 5, and on Sunday, Feb. 13 for its home opener.

February 1, 2010
FMU to hold softball clinic Feb. 1
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Monday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

January 22, 2010
Patriot OF Birchmeier named to preseason All-PBC squad
Francis Marion University senior outfielder Jessica Birchmeier has been named to the Peach Belt Conference’s 2010 preseason All-Conference softball team. The 11-player squad was selected by the league’s head coaches.

January 21, 2010
Patriot Softball tabbed for second in PBC preseason poll
Francis Marion University has been selected to finish second in the race for the 2010 Peach Belt Conference softball crown according to the PBC’s annual preseason coaches’ poll.

January 20, 2010
FMU softball to hold Spirit Day at Redbone Alley on Jan. 24
The Francis Marion University women's softball program and Redbone Alley Restaurant and Bar in Florence Mall, will combine forces for a Patriot Spirit Day on Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010.

January 19, 2010
FMU to hold softball clinic on Jan. 19
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

January 14, 2010
FMU Women add outfielder
Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that sophomore outfielder Destinea Schneider of Jacksonville, Fla., has transferred to FMU and will play for the Patriots this spring.

December 2, 2009
10 Patriots receive NFCA Softball Academic honors
Ten members of last year’s Francis Marion University women’s softball team have received National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-America Scholar-Athlete recognition.

December 1, 2009
FMU to hold softball clinic Dec. 1
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

November 10, 2009
FMU to hold softball clinic on Nov. 12
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

November 6, 2009
Softball players get MADD
Members of the 2010 Francis Marion University softball team are teaming up with the local Florence chapter of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) this fall. Softball players have been and will be handing out red ribbons to promote no drinking and driving.

October 19, 2009
FMU Softball to hold open tryouts on Tuesday
The Francis Marion University women's softball program will conduct open tryouts for interested persons currently in the FMU student body on Tuesday (Oct. 20). The tryouts will begin at 3:30 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. Please contact head coach Stacey Vallee at 843-661-1238 for more information.

October 15, 2009
Softball holds Clinic Oct. 16
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day Clinic (for high school players) on Friday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information.

October 14, 2009
Patriot Softball Team earns Academic Honors, again
For the fourth consecutive year, and the sixth time in the past decade, the Francis Marion University women’s softball team has earned Girls Got Game/National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Academic Team recognition. The Patriots were one of 73 NCAA Division II programs honored for the 2009 season.

September 18, 2009
FMU to hold softball Prospect Clinic, Sept. 19-20
The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a Prospect Clinic on Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 19-20) for high school age players (14-18 years old).

September 1, 2009
Patriot Spirit Day at Redbone Alley, Sept. 10
The Francis Marion University softball program and Redbone Alley Restaurant and Bar in the Florence Mall will combine forces for a Patriot Spirit Day on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009.

July 31, 2009
Iowa infielder to play at Francis Marion
Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that infielder Michelle Phillips of Wuakee, Iowa, who played one season at Division I University of Northern Iowa, will be transferring from Indian Hills Community College-Ottumwa to FMU and will play for the Patriots this coming season.

July 23, 2009
Patriot softball players listed in final NCAA stats report
Six Francis Marion University players are listed in the final 2009 NCAA Division II softball statistical report, while the Patriot squad is ranked highly in several team categories.

July 2, 2009
SF standout returns to Florence, will play for FMU
Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that former South Florence High School standout Brittany Cannon will be transferring from Santa Fe College to FMU and will play for the Patriots this coming season.

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Home \| Roster \| Schedule/Results \| 2010 Patriot Invitational Schedule \| Statistics \| Media Guide \| News \| Coaches \| Archives \| Recruiting Book \| Recruiting Questionnaire August 25, 2010 FMU Softball to hold clinic on Aug. 30 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Monday, Aug. 30, at 1:30 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. August 11, 2010 FMU places 14 on D2 ADA Academic Achievement Awards list The NCAA Division II Athletics Directors Association recently announced its annual list of recipients for the Division II ADA Academic Achievement Awards presented by WeatherPORT – a list that includes 14 student-athletes from Francis Marion University. July 1, 2010 92 FMU Student-Athletes named to PBC Presidential Honor Roll The Peach Belt Conference announced that a record 1,079 student-athletes have been named to the 19th-annual Presidential Honor Roll. The list includes 92 student-athletes from Francis Marion University, representing all 12 of its sponsored sports. June 28, 2010 Patriot softball players listed in final NCAA stats report Two Francis Marion University players are listed among the national leaders in the final 2010 NCAA Division II softball statistical report, while the Patriot squad is ranked highly in several team categories. June 28, 2010 FMU Softball Fall 2010 Camp dates Francis Marion University has announced a Fall Camp to be held on Sept. 11 and 12. The Sept. 11 date will be for all positions and hitting, while the Sept. 12 date will be for pitchers and catchers. June 28, 2010 Tour of new FMU Softball Field to open in 2012 Take a stroll through Francis Marion University's new FMU Softball Field to open in the Spring of 2012. June 3, 2010 FMU cancels Softball Camp for June 21-23 Francis Marion University has canceled its Summer Softball Camp set for June 21-23, but has announced a fall camp to be held on Sept. 11 and 12. May 30, 2010 Patriot trio on PBC All-Academic Softball Team Three seniors on the Francis Marion University softball team were among 18 players recently named to the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball All-Academic Team: third baseman Kat Beauvais, left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf, and leftfielder Jessica Birchmeier. May 26, 2010 Wolf earns another All-Region softball honor Francis Marion University senior left-handed softball pitcher Michaela Wolf has been named to another All-Region squad. This time the Littleton, Colo., native has been tabbed for the second-team Louisville Slugger/NFCA Southeast All-Region Team as the pitcher/utility player. This is the third consecutive year she has gained All-Region recognition. May 20, 2010 Wolf and Phillips named to Daktronics All-Region squad Francis Marion University senior left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf and junior right fielder Chelle Phillips have been selected to the second-team Daktronics Inc. All-Southeast Region softball team. Wolf was also named to the team in the designated player position, as well as the pitcher’s spot. May 19, 2010 FMU schedules Summer Softball Camp 2010 Francis Marion University has announced the dates for a Summer Softball Camp, June 21-23, to be conducted by the Patriot Softball Program. May 16, 2010 Knox walks to propel Patriots to title game Junior Cea Knox walked with the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh inning to force in the winning run as fourth-seeded Francis Marion University rallied to beat 25th-ranked and fifth-seeded Carson-Newman College, Sunday afternoon (May 16) at the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Regional Softball Tournament at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium. May 16, 2010 Patriots' season ends in NCAA subregional championship game Francis Marion University kept top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University off the scoreboard for three innings, but the Patriots were not able to cross home plate themselves and ended up falling to the Saints 5-0 in the championship game of the NCAA Division II Dahlonega Southeast Regional Softball Tournament on Sunday night (May 16). May 15, 2010 Patriots fall to top-ranked Saints 5-2 in NCAA sub-regional Top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University pushed across three first-inning runs and went on to claim a 5-2 win over fourth-seeded Francis Marion University, Saturday afternoon (May 15) at the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Softball Regional at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium. May 14, 2010 FMU's 5-run fifth drops Carson-Newman 5-0 No hit for four innings, fourth-seeded Francis Marion University woke the bats with a five-run fifth inning and went on to claim a 5-0 win over 25th-ranked and fifth-seeded Carson-Newman College, Friday evening (May 14) in the opening game of the NCAA Division II Southeast Dahlonega Regional Softball Tournament at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium. May 10, 2010 FMU earns invite to NCAA Softball Tournament The Francis Marion University softball program learned on Monday (May 10) that it has earned an invitation to the NCAA Division II national championships, the program’s second bid in three seasons. May 8, 2010 Wolf earns ESPN The Magazine All-District Academic Honors Francis Marion University senior left-handed pitcher Michaela Wolf has been selected to the 2010 ESPN The Magazine® Academic All-District III (College Division) women's softball team. Wolf possesses a 3.58 grade point average as a mass communications major. May 5, 2010 Patriot Diamond squads retain positions in NCAA region polls The Francis Marion University baseball and softball teams remained first and fourth in their respective NCAA Division II Southeast Region polls announced on Wednesday (May 5). April 29, 2010 Patriot Softball cracks Top 25 poll The Francis Marion University women's softball team entered the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division II Top 25 poll for the first time this season at the No. 25 position in the poll released on Wednesday (April 28). April 19, 2010 Patriot pair named to All-PBC softball team Two members of the Francis Marion University softball team were recently named to the 2010 Peach Belt Conference All-Conference Team. Sophomore second baseman Ashley Jaramillo was named to the first team as an at-large selection, while sophomore center fielder Destinea Schneider was selected to the second team. April 18, 2010 Patriots fall in PBC championship game Second baseman Laura Voyles homered twice and drove in four runs to power top-ranked, top-seeded, and unbeaten North Georgia College & State University to a 9-5 win over third-seeded Francis Marion University, Sunday afternoon (April 18) in the championship game of the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Tournament at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex. April 18, 2010 2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament Francis Marion University and the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex will serve as hosts for the 2010 Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament, Friday through Sunday, April 16-18. April 17, 2010 North Georgia blanks Francis Marion 6-0 Junior right-hander Sarah Phillips pitched a five-hit shutout to lead top-ranked and top-seeded North Georgia College & State University to a 6-0 win over third-seeded Francis Marion University, Saturday afternoon (April 17) in a semifinal game of the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence. April 17, 2010 Patriots "destined" to reach PBC title game Sophomore center fielder Destinea (pronounced destiny) Schneider beat out an infield single to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning as third-seeded Francis Marion University rallied for an improbable 5-4 win over seventh-seeded USC Aiken, Saturday evening (April 17) in the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament. April 16, 2010 Wolf and Patriots persevere past UNCP 5-3 Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf scattered 12 hits and registered three hits of her own at the plate to help lead third-seeded Francis Marion University past sixth-seeded UNC Pembroke 5-3, Friday afternoon (April 16) in the opening round of the Peach Belt Conference softball tournament. April 16, 2010 PERFECTION ! Wolf allows nothing in 5-0 FMU win Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf pitched the first seven-inning perfect game in the history of the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament as third-seeded Francis Marion University beat seventh-seeded USC Aiken 5-0 in a winner’s bracket game on Friday evening (April 17) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex. April 15, 2010 FMU hosts PBC Softball Tournament this weekend For the third consecutive year, Francis Marion University will serve as host for the Peach Belt Conference Softball Tournament. The double-elimination event will take place Friday through Sunday (April 16-18) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex. April 11, 2010 Wolf nearly perfect as Patriots sweep Senior Day doubleheader Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf picked up a historic win in almost historic fashion as she helped lead Francis Marion University to a Senior Day doubleheader sweep of Queens University of Charlotte, winning 2-0 and 2-1 on Sunday afternoon (April 11) in non-conference women's softball action. April 10, 2010 Wolf propels Patriots to twinbill split at UNCP Senior Michaela Wolf drove in a pair of runs and recorded her second career save as Francis Marion University claimed a game-two 4-3 win over UNC Pembroke on Saturday (April 10) and split of a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader with the Braves. UNCP won the opener 2-1 as FMU stranded runners on second and third as the game ended. April 1, 2010 Patriots split softball DH at Pfeiffer Freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser recorded five hits and senior left-hander Michaela Wolf reached another career milestone as Francis Marion University split a non-conference softball doubleheader at Pfeiffer University on Thursday afternoon (April 1). The Patriots won the opener 9-1 in five innings, but lost game-two 2-1, leaving the bases loaded in the final inning. March 29, 2010 Jaramillo leads FMU Softball to split at Flagler Sophomore second baseman Ashley Jaramillo went 4-for-4 with a three-run homer to help Francis Marion University to an 8-7 game-two win and a split of its Sunday afternoon (March 28) Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader at Flagler College. The Saints rolled to an 8-1 win in the opener. March 27, 2010 Heiser led Patriots sweep Pirates on diamond Freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser collected the game-winning hit in extra innings in the opener and then homered in the second contest as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Armstrong Atlantic State University, Saturday afternoon (March 27). The Patriots earned a come-from-behind 3-2 win in nine innings and finished off the sweep with a game-two 9-4 win. March 21, 2010 Knox, Phillips, and Wolf help Patriots to soggy sweep Junior right fielder Chelle Phillips drilled a game-winning three-run triple in game one and senior Michaela Wolf’s grand slam homer back the two-hit pitching of junior Cea Knox in game two as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from visiting Georgia College & State University on Sunday afternoon (March 21), winning 5-3 and 9-1 in five innings. March 18, 2010 Patriots evenly split DH with Tampa Senior southpaw Michaela Wolf pitched a seven-hitter and drove in three runs as Francis Marion University beat the University of Tampa 3-1 in the first game of their non-conference softball doubleheader on Thursday afternoon (March 18). However, Tampa returned the favor by rallying for a 3-1 victory in game two to salvage a split of the twinbill. March 17, 2010 Patriot bats warm in Sunshine State, sweep Lions Paced by junior right fielder Chelle Phillips’ six hits, Francis Marion University banged out 26 hits and scored 18 runs en route to a doubleheader sweep of Saint Leo University, Wednesday afternoon (March 17) in non-conference softball action. FMU won the opener 7-4 and game two 11-4. March 14, 2010 Queens tops FMU 2-1 at Patriot Invitational Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf doubled home one a run and pitched a four-hitter with nine strikeouts, but Francis Marion University fell 2-1 to Queens University of Charlotte, Sunday (March 14) on the final day of the Patriot Invitational Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence. March 13, 2010 FMU wins twice at Patriot Invitational on Saturday Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf pitched a five-hitter on the mound, while registering five hits and driving in four runs as Francis Marion University won a pair of games on Saturday (March 13) at the Patriot invitational Tournament at Freedom Florence. March 12, 2010 Phillips lights up as Patriots win two at Invite Junior right fielder Chelle Phillips registered six hits, scored five times, and drove in four runs to help lead Francis Marion University to a pair of wins at the Patriot Invitational Softball Tournament at Freedom Florence on Friday (March 12). March 11, 2010 FMU Softball hosts Patriot Invitational Tournament The Francis Marion University women’s softball team will host its annual Patriot Invitational Tournament, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (March 12-14) at the Freedom Florence Recreational Complex. This year’s field includes eight teams. March 10, 2010 Wolf and Heiser help Patriots to sweep of Cougars Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf returned to action after a nearly two-week layoff and tossed a three-hit shutout, while freshman first baseman Meghan Heiser knocked in four runs as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Columbus State University on Wednesday afternoon (March 10), winning 8-0 in six innings and 7-4. March 8, 2010 Schneider helps FMU sweep softball twinbill from Lander Sophomore centerfielder Destinea Schneider collected five hits and her hits started game-winning rallies in both games of Sunday’s (March 7) Peach Belt Conference doubleheader as Francis Marion University swept a pair of games from Lander University, 4-3 and 3-2. March 6, 2010 FMU Softball swept by top-ranked Saints Top-ranked North Georgia College & State University hit five home runs and senior right-hander Sarah Phillips allowed only one earned run in 12 innings as the Saints swept a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader from Francis Marion University, 6-0 and 12-8, Saturday afternoon (March 6). March 5, 2010 Busy weekend for Patriot spring sports teams Four of the Francis Marion University spring sports teams – baseball, softball, and men’s and women’s tennis – will be in action at home this weekend (March 6-7). February 28, 2010 Patriots split softball DH with 13th-ranked Pacers A late rally in game one allowed Francis Marion University to gain a 5-2 victory and the Patriots went on to split a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader with 13th-ranked USC Aiken on Sunday afternoon (Feb. 28). The Pacers won the second contest 8-0 in five innings. February 27, 2010 Knights experience the hard Knox life as Patriots sweep twinbill Junior right-handed pitcher Cea Knox registered two wins on the mound and four hits, a home run, and three RBIs at the plate as Francis Marion University swept a non-conference softball doubleheader from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, 6-2 and 11-3, on Saturday afternoon (Feb. 27). February 25, 2010 Patriot bats silenced by Jaguar hurlers A pair of sophomore pitchers silenced the Francis Marion University softball bats for 14 innings on Thursday (Feb. 25) as Augusta State University swept a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader from the Patriots, winning both games 2-0. February 17, 2010 Beauvais' bat carries Patriots past Limestone twice Senior shortstop Kat Beauvais delivered a game-winning two-run double in game one and then scored three times and recorded two runs batted in during game two as Francis Marion University swept a non-conference softball doubleheader from Limestone College 3-1 and 9-1, Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 17). February 15, 2010 Wolf weathers storm (literally) as Patriots sweep Hurricanes Senior left-hander Michaela Wolf tossed a pair of complete games and drove in a run in each game as Francis Marion University swept a Peach Belt Conference softball doubleheader from Georgia Southwestern State University 5-2 and 8-3, Monday afternoon (Feb. 15). February 9, 2010 FMU's Birchmeier gloves Player of the Week award Senior outfielder Jessica Birchmeier has been named the Peach Belt Conference women’s softball Player of the Week for the opening week of the 2010 season. February 7, 2010 Patriots take two big wins at Early Bird Tournament The Francis Marion University offense exploded for 26 hits and 23 runs to sweep a pair of games on the final day of the Early Bird Tournament, Sunday (Feb. 7) in Aiken, S.C. FMU beat Chowan University 9-1 in six innings and Barton College 14-0 in five innings. February 6, 2010 Patriot Softball splits two games at Early Bird Tournament The Francis Marion University women’s softball team opened its 2010 season on Saturday (Feb. 6) by splitting a pair of games at the Early Bird Tournament. FMU defeated Mount Olive College 8-2 in its season opener, but then lost to Seton Hill University 8-6 on Saturday evening. February 5, 2010 Patriots open Softball Season at Early Bird Tournament The Francis Marion University women’s softball team will open its 2010 season on Saturday (Feb. 6) at the 2010 Early Bird Tournament in Aiken, S.C. FMU will play four games in two days at Aiken’s Citizens Park. February 3, 2010 Patriot Softball celebrates Wear Red Day The Francis Marion University women's softball team will participate in the National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 5, and on Sunday, Feb. 13 for its home opener. February 1, 2010 FMU to hold softball clinic Feb. 1 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Monday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. January 22, 2010 Patriot OF Birchmeier named to preseason All-PBC squad Francis Marion University senior outfielder Jessica Birchmeier has been named to the Peach Belt Conference’s 2010 preseason All-Conference softball team. The 11-player squad was selected by the league’s head coaches. January 21, 2010 Patriot Softball tabbed for second in PBC preseason poll Francis Marion University has been selected to finish second in the race for the 2010 Peach Belt Conference softball crown according to the PBC’s annual preseason coaches’ poll. January 20, 2010 FMU softball to hold Spirit Day at Redbone Alley on Jan. 24 The Francis Marion University women's softball program and Redbone Alley Restaurant and Bar in Florence Mall, will combine forces for a Patriot Spirit Day on Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010. January 19, 2010 FMU to hold softball clinic on Jan. 19 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35, and this includes on-campus accomodations. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. January 14, 2010 FMU Women add outfielder Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that sophomore outfielder Destinea Schneider of Jacksonville, Fla., has transferred to FMU and will play for the Patriots this spring. December 2, 2009 10 Patriots receive NFCA Softball Academic honors Ten members of last year’s Francis Marion University women’s softball team have received National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-America Scholar-Athlete recognition. December 1, 2009 FMU to hold softball clinic Dec. 1 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. November 10, 2009 FMU to hold softball clinic on Nov. 12 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day clinic, restricted only by age and number, on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. November 6, 2009 Softball players get MADD Members of the 2010 Francis Marion University softball team are teaming up with the local Florence chapter of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) this fall. Softball players have been and will be handing out red ribbons to promote no drinking and driving. October 19, 2009 FMU Softball to hold open tryouts on Tuesday The Francis Marion University women's softball program will conduct open tryouts for interested persons currently in the FMU student body on Tuesday (Oct. 20). The tryouts will begin at 3:30 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. Please contact head coach Stacey Vallee at 843-661-1238 for more information. October 15, 2009 Softball holds Clinic Oct. 16 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a one-day Clinic (for high school players) on Friday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. on the FMU Softball Field. The cost is $35. Call 843-661-1238 for more information. October 14, 2009 Patriot Softball Team earns Academic Honors, again For the fourth consecutive year, and the sixth time in the past decade, the Francis Marion University women’s softball team has earned Girls Got Game/National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Academic Team recognition. The Patriots were one of 73 NCAA Division II programs honored for the 2009 season. September 18, 2009 FMU to hold softball Prospect Clinic, Sept. 19-20 The Francis Marion University softball program will hold a Prospect Clinic on Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 19-20) for high school age players (14-18 years old). September 1, 2009 Patriot Spirit Day at Redbone Alley, Sept. 10 The Francis Marion University softball program and Redbone Alley Restaurant and Bar in the Florence Mall will combine forces for a Patriot Spirit Day on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009. July 31, 2009 Iowa infielder to play at Francis Marion Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that infielder Michelle Phillips of Wuakee, Iowa, who played one season at Division I University of Northern Iowa, will be transferring from Indian Hills Community College-Ottumwa to FMU and will play for the Patriots this coming season. July 23, 2009 Patriot softball players listed in final NCAA stats report Six Francis Marion University players are listed in the final 2009 NCAA Division II softball statistical report, while the Patriot squad is ranked highly in several team categories. July 2, 2009 SF standout returns to Florence, will play for FMU Francis Marion University softball coach Stacey Vallee has announced that former South Florence High School standout Brittany Cannon will be transferring from Santa Fe College to FMU and will play for the Patriots this coming season.
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