Franklin Springs, GA - The Lady Lions hosted the Piedmont University Lions in a double header matchup. 

Game two recap:

• Emmanuel College Lions watched the game slip away early and couldn't recover in a 6-3 loss to Piedmont University on Thursday. Piedmont University scored on a sacrifice fly by Madison Henry in the first inning.
• Emmanuel College Lions lost despite out-hitting Piedmont University nine to six.
• In the first inning, Piedmont University got their offense started.
• Piedmont University scored three runs in the sixth inning.  Riley Ford, Macie Allen, and Natalie Hanson each drove in runs during the inning.
• Carly Forrester was the winning pitcher for Piedmont University. The fireballer lasted six and two-thirds innings, allowing nine hits and three runs while striking out two.  Ford threw one-third of an inning in relief out of the bullpen.
• Haley Mullins started the game for Emmanuel College Lions. The pitcher lasted two and a third innings, allowing two hits and three runs.  KAITLYN PICKENS, DANI FAIREY, and MADISON EDWARDS each contributed in relief for Emmanuel College Lions.
• Emmanuel College Lions  collected nine hits on the day.  ELLEE VARNER and LEXI JORDAN each racked up multiple hits for Emmanuel College Lions Varsity.  JORDAN and VARNER each managed two hits to lead Emmanuel College Lions.

Up Next:

The Lions will host UVA Wise on Saturday, February 25th. First pitch is set for 1:00pm.