GREENVILLE, S.C. - The George Mason Patriots fell 3-0 to the Furman Paladins on Friday night at Pepsi Stadium. This matchup marked the first game of the Paladin Invitational, a tournament hosted by Furman that runs until Sunday, March 1.

George Mason (5-6) managed only two hits and was unable to score, while Furman (2-15) recorded eight hits, including a home run, to secure the victory.

In the first inning, Logan Pickford managed a double to left field but was left stranded as the Patriots could not capitalize further. Furman took an early lead with an RBI double, ending the inning at 1-0 in favor of Furman.

In the fourth inning, Furman extended its lead. A single by Sylvia Burroughs was followed by a two-run homer from Rachel Hawkins, bringing the score to 3-0. The Green & Gold's attempts to respond in subsequent innings were stymied by Furman's defense.

Despite opportunities such as Tess Altevers Harris reaching third in the sixth inning on a wild pitch, George Mason was unable to bring any runs home. The game concluded with Furman securing a 3-0 victory over the Patriots.

Alyssa Rangel pitched 4 innings, allowing 8 hits, and 3 earned runs on 85 pitches. Despite conceding a home run and a double, Rangel managed to strike out 5 of the 14 batters, but ultimately took the loss. Bri Lencz delivered two scoreless innings in relief, surrendering no hits, issuing 1 walk, and striking out 2 batters across 25 pitches.

Logan Pickford recorded a hit and added a double in three at-bats. Madi Sobota also posted a hit in three at-bats.

The Patriots' remaining tournament schedule in Greenville and live coverage information are listed below:   
   
Saturday, February 28     
4:30 p.m. vs. West Georgia | Live Stats         
7 p.m. vs. Winthrop | Live Stats      
   
Sunday, March 1     
9:30 a.m. vs. Seton Hall | Live Stats