4A Softball State Championship Preview

2024 NCHSAA Softball State Championships Week

The stage is set, the stakes are high, and the 2024 NCHSAA Softball State Championships promise to deliver edge-of-your-seat action. This season has been a rollercoaster of epic victories and heartbreaking defeats, and this week’s matchup between Garner and Weddington  is no exception. Fans, brace yourselves for a thrilling battle on the diamond in Raleigh. 

Garner Trojans: Dominating the Field

The Garner Trojans are riding high with an impressive 26-2 overall record, securing their spot as the top-ranked team in North Carolina.

Recent Game Overview

In a thrilling third game of the regional series against Wake Forest, the Trojans clinched a 3-2 victory, earning their ticket to the state championship game. Claire Herman and Gabriela Mizelle were instrumental in this win. Herman, going 1-for-4, scored a run and stole two bases. Mizelle, on fire recently, went 2-for-5, scoring a run and swiping a base, marking her third consecutive game with at least one stolen base.

Weddington Warriors: A Season to Remember

The Weddington Warriors have also had a stellar season, boasting a 21-3 overall record and earning the number two rank in North Carolina.

Recent Game Overview

In the second game of the regional series against Northwest Guilford, the Warriors dominated with a 10-3 victory, securing their path to the state championship game. Bel Varadi was a standout performer, pitching seven innings and allowing only one earned run off 11 hits. At the plate, Varadi shone even brighter, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs scored, and a stolen base.

4A State Championship Showdown

The highly anticipated 4A State Championship series between the Warriors and the Trojans kicks off with game one on Friday at 5:00 PM. Stay tuned for more in-depth coverage of this epic showdown.