DURHAM – Second-ranked Duke softball closes its seven-game homestand this weekend, hosting North Carolina for a three-game series at Duke Softball Stadium. Friday's opener is set for 6 p.m.
The Blue Devils (30-3, 10-2 ACC) carry a five-game winning streak into the weekend, after defeating Charlotte, 6-1, Wednesday night. Duke used a five-run fifth inning to claim the victory, highlighted by senior Claire Davidson's two-run blast and a two-RBI single from freshman Amiah Burgess. Davidson continues to power Duke's offense this season, leading the team in batting average (.