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Shelby Lowe named SEC Freshman of the Week

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | March 8

On Monday, Auburn's Shelby Lowe was named SEC Freshman of the Week by the conference after an undefeated pitching performance at the Auburn Invitational. This is the third time this season that an Auburn softball freshman has been awarded this honor.

Tigers stay perfect at home with wins against Southeastern Louisiana

By Callie Stanford | Sports Writer | March 7

The Tigers ended the Auburn Invitational on Saturday with a pair of wins over Southeastern Louisiana to go 5-0 on the weekend.  “Sometimes you’ve got to get your team’s attention, and they turned it on and they didn’t let off the gas pedal,” said head coach Mickey Dean. “We just battle.”

Auburn improves to 13-1 with sweep of Southern Miss

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | March 5

The Tigers continued their winning ways at Jane B. Moore Field on Friday in their doubleheader against Southern Miss.  Auburn won both games in the series and improved to 13-1 on the season with an 11-0 record at home. 

Tigers' bats come alive in win over Troy

By Caleb Jones | Sports Reporter | March 4

Behind an eight-run outing and another strong pitching performance from Auburn’s freshman duo, the Tigers defeated Troy 8-1 on Thursday night.  “I think everyone really came together in this game,” Dowell said. “We had people off the bench come in and do their job. It’s really awesome to see all of us work together offensively.”

Auburn's pitching staff hopes to continue success in Auburn Invitational

By Dylan Fox | Sports Writer | March 4

The Auburn pitching staff, led by Maddie Penta and Shelby Lowe, is looking to continue its early-season dominance in the Auburn Invitational.

Maddie Penta named SEC Freshman of the Week

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | March 1

After pitching a no-hitter over the weekend, Maddie Penta was named SEC Freshman of the Week by the conference on Monday. Penta is the first Tiger to win multiple SEC Freshman of the Week awards since Kasey Cooper in 2014.

Pitching leads the way in Auburn's sweep of IUPUI

By Henry Patton | Sports Writer | February 27

Auburn softball swept its doubleheader on Saturday against the IUPUI Jaguars, winning both games 5-0 at Jane B. Moore Field. Freshman pitcher Maddie Penta tossed the second no-hitter of her career in the first game, while freshman Makayla Packer hit a grand slam in the second game.

Auburn softball sweeps Murray State in doubleheader

By Eamon Smith | Sports Writer | February 26

Auburn continued its winning ways on Friday with a pair of victories over Murray State. The Tigers won a pitcher’s duel 1-0 before sweeping the doubleheader with a 3-1 win, moving the team to 8-1 on the season.

Auburn wins Tiger Invite opener over Jacksonville

By Callie Stanford | Sports Writer | February 25

Auburn softball opened up the Tiger Invite on Thursday with a 2-0 win over the Jacksonville Dolphins.

Auburn making adjustments ahead of Tiger Invitational

By Callie Stanford | Sports Writer | February 24

Auburn is looking to make some adjustments after a 2-1 weekend in the Osprey/Dolphin Invitational. “It’s nice to win some ballgames here in the last couple of weeks knowing you’re not playing your best ball yet," Dean said.

Auburn's comeback bid falls short in 6-5 loss to South Carolina

By Kristen Carr | Sports Writer | February 21

On Sunday, Auburn scored four unanswered runs, but ultimately fell 6-5 to No. 19 South Carolina in the final game of the Dolphin/Osprey Invitational. "We kind of gave it away in the first four innings," said head coach Mickey Dean.

Auburn defeats No. 19 South Carolina and Jacksonville on Saturday

By Eamon Smith | Sports Writer | February 20

On Saturday, Auburn had its first showdown with SEC competition this season in a 5-4 win over No. 19 South Carolina. In Auburn's second game of the day, the Tigers defeated Jacksonville 5-1.

Friday's softball games canceled due to rain

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 19

The Tigers will have to wait another day to play as Friday’s softball games in the Osprey/Dolphin Invitational have been canceled due to heavy rain in Jacksonville.

Auburn softball prepping for Osprey/Dolphin Invitational

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | February 18

Auburn softball is traveling to Jacksonville, Florida, for the Osprey/Dolphin Invitation on Friday and Saturday. The invitational includes Jacksonville University, University of North Florida and No. 19 South Carolina. 

Maddie Penta named SEC co-Freshman of the Week

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 15

On Monday, Auburn pitcher Maddie Penta was named SEC co-Freshman of the Week after pitching a no-hitter Saturday and striking out 13 over her two starts.

Auburn sweeps SEMO for 3-0 start

By Dylan Fox | Sports Writer | February 14

Makenna Dowell and Maddie Penta led the way for Auburn as they completed the sweep of Southeast Missouri State Sunday. The Tigers pulled out a 3-1 victory and are 3-0 to start the season.

Penta pitches no-hitter; Tigers sweep doubleheader

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | February 14

Behind a no-hitter from freshman Maddie Penta in the opener and a four-run sixth inning in the second game, Auburn opened up the 2021 season on Saturday with a pair of wins.

Auburn softball ready to return to action

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | February 12

“We’re getting better every day,” Rivera said. “We’re showing up to practice and we’re leaving knowing something we didn’t know when we got there. Every day we’re just striving to be the best athletes we can be and be the best team out there. We’re here with a chip on our shoulder and we’re going to prove ourselves right.”