Melinauskas Homers Twice to Lead Stingers to 7–5 Win

HUDSON, N.C. — Payton Melinauskas's two home runs secures Florence-Darlington Technical College a 7-5 victory over Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute.

The Lady Stingers delivered a balanced offensive effort throughout the contest. Makayla Huggins led the team at the plate with a perfect 4-for-4 performance, adding a double and an RBI. Rylee Port also contributed offensively with two RBIs and a stolen base.

In the circle, Keira Bell pitched a complete game, allowing five runs on ten hits while striking out eight. Bell effectively managed the Caldwell lineup and kept Florence-Darlington within striking distance throughout the game.

The contest was ultimately decided in the seventh inning when the Lady Stingers broke a tie with a decisive four-run surge to take control. Caldwell Tech attempted a late comeback in the bottom of the inning with two runs, but the rally fell short as Florence-Darlington held on to secure the win. Next, the Lady Slingers will travel to Georgia Military College for a double header on Sunday.

FDTC Top Performers
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Payton Melinauskas
- Hit 2 home runs
- Recorded 3 RBIs
Makayla Huggins
- Achieved 4 hits in the game
- Scored 1 RBI
Rylee Port
- Hit a double
- Recorded 2 RBIs
Keira Bell
- Pitched a complete game with 8 strikeouts
- Allowed 5 earned runs over 7 innings pitched