TROY, Alabama – The Troy softball team will open its 2016 season under reigning Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year Beth Mullins on Friday against Eastern Michigan. First pitch is scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Troy Softball Complex.
Troy's season opener will be the third game of the day at the Troy Softball Complex as the five-team Troy Invite Tournament opens at 11 a.m. with Eastern Michigan vs. Evansville.
Friday's game will mark the first time these two teams have faced each other. The Trojans is coming off a 32-23 overall record and a fourth-place finish in the Sun Belt, while the Eagles are coming off an 18-32 overall record.