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Clemson reenters NCAA Softball top 25 rankings after sweep of Virginia
TL;DR
Clemson Tigers return to NCAA Softball top 25 rankings after sweeping Virginia. They won all three games against the Cavaliers, improving their record to 30-17 overall.
Key points
- Clemson Tigers reenter NCAA Softball top 25 rankings
- Clemson swept Virginia in a three-game series
- Clemson's record is 30-17 overall, 12-9 in ACC
- Corri Hicks hit a two-run homer in the series
- Sierra Maness achieved her 16th win in the final game
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The Clemson Tigers made a big return to Softball America's new top 25 rankings this week.
The Tigers (30-17 overall, 12-9 ACC) earned it after a three-game sweep of the previously 18th-ranked Virginia Cavaliers (33-11, 10-10) over the weekend at McWhorter Stadium. Clemson won the series opener, 12-4, in six innings before holding Virginia to two runs in the final two games.
Abby Dunning and Macey Cintron combined to hold the Cavaliers to three hits, and Corri Hicks hit a two-run homer in the second inning of a 3-1 Clemson victory on Saturday.
In Sunday's series finale, Sierra Maness twirled a complete-game on Senior Day for her 16th win. She walked five but held Virginia to just two hits while striking out four in a 6-1 Tigers victory.
Clemson's bats exploded for four runs in the first two innings Sunday and scored in each of the first four innings overall. Mac Pavese, Taylor Pipkins, and Kylie Channell all homered for the Tigers.
Softball America top 25 rankings: Clemson returns with new team at No. 1
In Monday's new top 25 from Softball America, Clemson reentered the rankings at No. 24. The Tigers are one spot below Washington and one spot ahead of Southeastern Louisiana.
The Nebraska Cornhuskers took the top spot after sweeping Minnesota for their 11th straight win.
Here's a look at the full top 25 rankings from Softball America as of April 20.
Q&A
What was Clemson's record after sweeping Virginia in softball?
Clemson's record improved to 30-17 overall after the sweep of Virginia.
How did Clemson perform against Virginia in their recent softball series?
Clemson swept Virginia, winning the series opener 12-4 and the final two games 3-1 and 6-1.
Who were the standout players for Clemson in the series against Virginia?
Abby Dunning and Macey Cintron combined to limit Virginia's hits, while Corri Hicks hit a two-run homer and Sierra Maness secured a complete-game victory.
What are Clemson's current standings in the ACC after the sweep of Virginia?
Clemson's ACC record stands at 12-9 following the sweep of Virginia.
