Elon, N.C. - The Elon University softball team recognized seven seniors prior to Friday evening's non-conference contest against NC Central. The Phoenix then jumped ahead 5-0 after two innings before severe weather stopped the contest in the bottom of the fourth inning. The game will not be finished or made up at a later date.

Elon outhit NC Central 5-1 and scored three times in the first and two more in the second before lightning stopped the contest. The Phoenix picked up RBIs from Bella Devesa, Megan White, Raelyn McGarry and Drew Menscer. Katie Hoover started the game and pitched 2.2 innings, allowing just one hit, while striking out one. McKenzie Weber pitched the final 1.1 innings without allowing a base runner. 

Elon's regular season has come to a close but the Phoenix will host the CAA Tournament May 12-14 at Hunt Softball Park. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by CLICKING HERE. More information about the CAA Softball Tournament, as well as the CAA Baseball Tournament at Elon, can be viewed by CLICKING HERE.