2025-2026 Softball News https://stingerathletics.com en-us FDTC Softball ends strong season with player honors and a Coach of the Year Award https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260511fy7616 Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260511fy7616 Lady Stingers Close Season with 5–3 Loss to Monroe https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260503smedzx Olivia Goforth’s two-run home run highlighted the effort, but Florence-Darlington Technical College's season comes to an end with a 5-3 loss to Monroe University. Sat, 02 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260503smedzx Balanced Attack Leads Lady Stingers to 6–1 Win Over USC Union https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260503seav4p Five Lady Stingers recorded multiple hits as Florence-Darlington Technical College earned a 6–1 victory over USC Union on Friday. Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260503seav4p Goforth’s Two RBIs Not Enough as Florence-Darlington Falls to Monroe, 8–4 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260501awu5ru Olivia Goforth recorded two hits and drove in a pair of runs, but Florence-Darlington Technical College fell to Monroe University, 8–4. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260501awu5ru Player Spotlight: Keira Bell #1 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260428lverfo “I grew up playing sports and being involved in school activities, so athletics has always been a big part of my life. Being a student-athlete has taught me discipline, time management, and how to stay focused on my goals. I’ve also always been interested in helping others, which is one of the reasons I want to pursue a career in the mental health field.” Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260428lverfo Player Spotlight: Olivia Goforth #7 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427kvq5he “I transferred from Presbyterian College, where I played softball my freshman year. A few things I enjoy doing outside of softball are running, hiking, spending time with friends, and shopping.” Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427kvq5he Quick’s Complete Game Lifts Florence-Darlington Tech Past USC Sumter, 5–3 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427fnxah1 Behind a dominant complete-game performance from Abby Quick, Florence-Darlington Technical College earned a 5–3 victory over USC Sumter. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427fnxah1 Bell’s Dominant Two-Way Performance Led Lady Stingers Past USC Sumter, 14–5 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427fz9c2g Keira Bell delivered a standout all-around performance, leading Florence-Darlington Technical College to a commanding 14–5 victory over USC Sumter. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260427fz9c2g Player Spotlight: Hayleigh Atkinson #23 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423gwwgns “I grew up in Marion, SC. I attended Pee Dee Academy from kindergarten through 10th grade, then transferred to Dillon Christian. I have a rare heart condition that causes my heart to beat too fast. I grew up hunting and fishing. I’m a Christian, and I try to live my life accordingly.” Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423gwwgns Atkinson Drives in Five as Lady Stingers Cruise to 17–5 Win https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423eg1zbp Hayleigh Atkinson recorded five RBIs as Florence-Darlington Technical College defeated USC Salkehatchie 17–5. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423eg1zbp Six-Run Fifth Lifts Lady Stingers to 9–1 Victory https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423ehjms4 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260423ehjms4 Bell’s Complete Game Effort Leads Stingers to 4–3 Win Over USC Union https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260414x17f43 Keira Bell pitched a complete game as Florence-Darlington Technical College edged USC Union 4–3 on Saturday. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260414x17f43 Lady Stingers Rally for 8–7 Walk-Off Win Over USC Union https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260414xl9sxo Payton Melinauskas recorded a perfect day at the plate, including a home run and a double, as Florence-Darlington Technical College walked off USC Union with an 8–7 victory on Saturday. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260414xl9sxo Lady Stingers Drop 6–1 Decision to Gaston College https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260409uorpvn Makayla Huggins’ solo home run accounted for Florence-Darlington Technical College’s only run in a 6–1 loss to Gaston College at CaroMont Health Park. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260409uorpvn Late Push Falls Short in 4–2 Loss to Gaston https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260409v1jr8r Keira Bell recorded two RBIs and pitched six innings, but Florence-Darlington Technical College fell to Gaston College 4–2 at CaroMont Health Park. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260409v1jr8r Seven-Run Fifth Inning Lifts Lady Stingers to 9–1 Victory https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260404exlx9m Hayleigh Atkinson recorded three RBIs, and Abby Quick delivered a strong five-inning performance as Florence-Darlington Technical College secured a 9–1 victory over USC Sumter. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260404exlx9m Bell Strikes Out 10 as Lady Stingers Top USC Sumter https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260404fg3r09 Keira Bell pitched a complete game with 10 strikeouts as Florence-Darlington Technical College defeated USC Sumter 10–1. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260404fg3r09 Quick Tosses One-Hitter in 8–0 Win Over USC Salkehatchie https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260402l1eni3 Abby Quick pitched a complete game one-hitter as Florence-Darlington Technical College defeated USC Salkehatchie 8–0 on Wednesday. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260402l1eni3 Lady Stingers Dominate USC Salkehatchie with Run-Rule Wins in Doubleheader https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260402lfpb2o Payton Melinauskas' home run and three RBIs led Florence-Darlington Technical College to a 9–1 victory over USC Salkehatchie. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260402lfpb2o Lady Stingers Edge USC Union in Extra-Inning Victory, 7–6 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331wyp5k1 Hayleigh Atkinson delivered six RBIs, including a home run, to power Florence-Darlington Technical College to a 7–6 victory over USC Union in extra innings. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331wyp5k1 19-Hit Attack Lifts Florence-Darlington to 9–5 Victory https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331y7rifz Skylar Dymond scored three runs on four hits to help Florence-Darlington Technical College secure a 9–5 victory over USC Union. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331y7rifz Melinauskas, Wells Homer in Narrow 5–4 Loss to Gaston https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260329tux0ay Payton Melinauskas and Mandy Wells homer but Florence-Darlington Technical College fell short with a 5–4 loss to Gaston College in a hard-fought matchup on Saturday. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260329tux0ay Lady Stingers Outlast Gaston College in 9–7 Battle https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260329u6caxf Keira Bell struck out 10 in a complete game effort to lead Florence-Darlington Technical College to a 9–7 victory over Gaston College. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260329u6caxf Lady Stingers’ Bats Stay Hot in 13–4 Victory Over USC Sumter https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260326vztes4 Payton Melinauskas' home run and three RBIs lead the offensive attack as Florence-Darlington Technical College wins 13–4 over USC Sumter at Dailey Field. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260326vztes4 Bell Tosses Shutout as Lady Stingers Roll Past USC Sumter, 16–0 https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260326wipqz1 Lady Stingers' bats stay hot and Kiera Bell pitches a three-hit shutout as Florence-Darlington Technical College cruises to a 16–0 victory over USC Sumter. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260326wipqz1 Lady Stingers Win Regional Opener https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260325igc6ts Hayleigh Atkinson had a home run and drove in five runs to led Florence-Darlington Technical College to a hard-fought 9–8 victory over USC Union. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260325igc6ts Lady Stingers Sweep First Regional Double Header https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260325ipq7v5 Kai Pace was a single short of a cycle to led Florence-Darlington Technical College to a 7–3 victory over USC Union. Sat, 21 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260325ipq7v5 Dymond Homers, Drives in Three in Narrow 4–3 Loss https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317v53l9a Skylar Dymond homers but Florence-Darlington Technical College came up just short in a tightly contested matchup, falling 4–3 to East Georgia State College. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317v53l9a Lady Stingers Come Up Short Despite Bell’s 13-Strikeout Performance https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317vyp2p2 Despite a dominant start in the circle from Keira Bell, Florence-Darlington Technical College fell 5–3 to East Georgia State College. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317vyp2p2 Lady Stingers Explode for 16 Hits in 10–1 Rout of Central Lakes https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317uzvb2g 16-hit offensive effort by Florence-Darlington Technical College as they delivered an impressive all-around performance in a 10–1 victory over Central Lakes College–Brainerd. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://stingerathletics.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260317uzvb2g