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'Dogs' Rally Falls Short Against Top-Seed JSU; Face Uphill Battle Saturday

Fri, 09 May 2008 19:32:43 PST

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. --- The Samford University softball team had its six-game winning streak snapped in the semifinal round of the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament on Friday as the Bulldogs suffered a 5-3 loss against the top-seeded Jacksonville State Gamecocks at University Field.

Softball Wins Two At OVC Tourney; Advances To Semifinal Round

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:21:20 PST

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. --- The Samford University softball team advanced to the semifinal round of the Ohio Valley Conference for the first time in school history Thursday as the Bulldogs rallied for victories against Eastern Kentucky 8-6 and Morehead State 3-0.

Samford Softball In Three-Hour Rain Delay

Thu, 08 May 2008 19:12:38 PST

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. --- With Samford leading Morehead State 3-0 in the top of the fourth inning, an incessant rain storm rolled through the area and suspended play of the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament game.

Bulldogs Rally Late To Defeat Eastern Kentucky In OVC Tournament, 8-6

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:11:42 PST

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. --- In the first round of the 2008 Ohio Valley Conference Tournament, the Samford University softball team rallied to score five runs in the final two innings of play to earn an 8-6 victory against the third-seeded Eastern Kentucky Colonels.

Owens & Fisher Earn All-OVC Accolades

Wed, 07 May 2008 19:00:18 PST

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. --- Samford softball players Jessica Owens and Aaren Fisher were both honored Wednesday at the Ohio Valley Conference's annual awards banquet held at Jacksonville State University. Owens was named First-Team All-OVC, while Fisher received all-newcomer accolades.

Softball To Begin Play In 2008 OVC Tournament Thursday At 10 a.m.

Wed, 07 May 2008 11:36:26 PST

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. --- The Samford University softball team will begin its quest for an automatic bid to the 2008 NCAA Tournament on Thursday as the Bulldogs square off against the Eastern Kentucky Colonels at 10 a.m., in the first round of the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament to be held at University Field in Jacksonville, Ala.

Carter Named OVC Pitcher Of The Week

Mon, 05 May 2008 16:16:49 PST

OVC Weekly Release

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. --- Samford softball player Margaret Carter received Ohio Valley Conference honors Monday as the Bulldogs' true freshman was named the OVC pitcher of the week.

OVC TOURNAMENT BOUND: 'Dogs Defeat UT Martin 2-1 To Advance To Postseason

Sun, 04 May 2008 17:10:20 PST

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MARTIN, Tenn. --- The Samford University softball team completed its must-win stretch of games with a 2-1 victory against the UT Martin Skyhawks on Sunday as the Bulldogs finished off a three-game Ohio Valley Conference sweep at Bettye Giles Field. With the do-or-die win, Samford earned a spot in next week's OVC Tournament.

Bulldogs Keep Tourney Hopes Alive With Doubleheader Sweep Of UT Martin

Sat, 03 May 2008 18:45:34 PST

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MARTIN, Tenn. --- The Samford University softball team played like a "Team of Destiny" on Saturday as the Bulldogs rallied for a doubleheader sweep of the UT Martin Skyhawks 5-3 and 2-1 at Bettye Giles Field. With the pair of wins, Samford just needs one more victory to earn a berth in the 2008 Ohio Valley Conference Tournament.

Samford Softball To Play At UT Martin In Must-Win OVC Series

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:46:08 PST

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. --- With a berth in the 2008 Ohio Valley Conference Tournament on the line, the Samford University softball team will travel to Martin, Tenn., for a critical OVC series against the UT Martin Skyhawks beginning Saturday at 1 p.m., at Bettye Giles Field.

Offense Shines As 'Dogs Win OVC Series At Tennessee State, 12-3 (6)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 16:49:41 PST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. --- The Samford University softball team scored a season-high 12 runs Saturday in a lopsided 12-3 victory against the Tennessee State Tigers at Tiger Field. With its six-inning run-rule win, Samford earned its third straight Ohio Valley Conference series victory.

Softball Plays To Doubleheader Split At Tennessee State

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 23:58:23 PST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. --- The Samford University softball team finished with a 1-1 record Friday in a marathon six-hour Ohio Valley Conference doubleheader against the Tennessee State Tigers. The Bulldogs rallied for a 6-3 eight-inning victory in game one before losing the nightcap 7-2.

Softball Heads To Tennessee State For Pivotal OVC Series

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:19:55 PST

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. --- With only six games remaining in the 2008 regular season, the Samford softball team will begin its critical home stretch Friday with an Ohio Valley Conference doubleheader against the Tennessee State Tigers. Both teams are fighting for an OVC Tournament berth and the key three-game series will begin at 5 p.m., at Tiger Field.

No. 1-Ranked Alabama Rallies Late To Defeat Bulldogs, 7-1

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:03:05 PST

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. --- The Samford University softball team faced its highest ranked opponent in school history Wednesday and turned in a competitive outing versus the No. 1-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide. In front of 2,089 fans at the UA Softball Complex, Alabama scored four late runs to take a 7-1 victory.

Softball To Play At Top-Ranked Alabama Wednesday

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:41:23 PST

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. --- The Samford University softball team will square off against its highest ranked opponent in school history Wednesday as the Bulldogs travel to Tuscaloosa for a non-conference matchup versus the No. 1-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide at 6:30 p.m., at the UA Softball Complex.