Auburn Softball Concludes Road Slate with Midweek Thriller at South Alabama

MOBILE, Ala. – The Auburn Tigers softball team may have wrapped up their road slate for the 2025 season, but they did so in emphatic fashion with a 7–6 comeback victory over the South Alabama Jaguars on Tuesday evening. For a program battling adversity in the midst of a challenging stretch, the win was more than just a tally in the victory column — it was a statement.

This game wasn’t just about overcoming a deficit. It showcased grit, power, poise, and most of all — belief. Let’s break down exactly how the Tigers clawed their way back, what it means for the remainder of their season, and the standout individuals who made the magic happen.

An Unforgiving Start

For much of the early going, this game looked like it was headed for disaster. The Tigers found themselves in a 5–0 hole before their bats had even settled into rhythm.

South Alabama opened the scoring in the first inning with a two-run double off the bat of senior catcher Ellie Blevins. Auburn’s starting pitcher, Shelby Lowe, struggled with command, walking three batters and giving up four hits in just over an inning of work. The Jaguars piled on two more runs in the second and looked poised to break the game wide open.

Head coach Mickey Dean didn’t mince words after the game: “We were flat to start. They hit, we didn’t. But that’s softball — it can change in one inning.”

That change started in the third.

Wohlers Sparks a Roar

The turning point came in the top of the third inning, when junior catcher Anna Wohlers stepped into the batter’s box with a runner on and launched a two-run home run over the left-center wall. It was a no-doubter — the kind of shot that not only puts runs on the board but injects life into a dugout.

“I was just trying to stay through the ball,” Wohlers said postgame. “We needed something to get us going, and I’m glad I could be the spark.”

Wohlers wasn’t done. In the fifth inning, with the bases loaded and two outs, she took a 1–2 pitch deep again — this time a grand slam to tie the game at 6–6. Her second homer of the night gave her five RBIs and single-handedly erased the deficit.

Wohlers is no stranger to power, but her performance against the Jaguars was particularly timely. Coming into the game, she’d gone 2-for-15 in her last five outings. This breakout could be the ignition Auburn’s lineup needs.

The Freshman Hero: AnnaLea Adams

If Wohlers brought the Tigers back, it was freshman AnnaLea Adams who finished the job.

With the game tied 6–6 in the top of the seventh, Adams stepped up with two outs and nobody on. She turned on a fastball and drove it deep to left for her first career home run — and it couldn’t have come at a better time.

The Auburn dugout exploded, and Adams’ teammates mobbed her at the plate.

“She’s been putting in the work all season,” said Coach Dean. “To see her have that moment? That’s what makes this game special.”

Pitching Settles In: SJ Geurin’s Redemption Arc

Once Auburn’s offense caught fire, it was up to the pitching staff to hold the line — and sophomore SJ Geurin delivered in a big way.

Geurin entered in relief in the second inning and pitched 5.2 innings of gritty, high-leverage softball. She scattered five hits, gave up only one earned run, and struck out six. More importantly, she kept the Jaguars off the board after the third inning, allowing the Tigers the breathing room to mount their comeback.

“I just wanted to give our hitters a chance,” Geurin said. “Every pitch, I was focused on executing and trusting my defense.”

It was Geurin’s best outing of the season and a potential confidence-builder as Auburn eyes tougher opponents in the final stretch.

Team Mentality: Resilience and Grit

This Auburn team, now 21–8, had just come off a seven-game losing streak. Close losses. Big losses. Walk-offs. You name it — they felt it.

That’s what made this victory feel like more than just a road win against a non-conference opponent.

“It wasn’t about who we were playing,” said co-head coach Chris Malveaux. “It was about getting back to who we are. That was Auburn softball — fighting every pitch, never giving up, playing for each other.”

The Tigers flashed both offensive firepower and mental toughness — the traits that can define a postseason run. For a team that was once on the ropes, Tuesday night was a step back in the right direction.

Stat Sheet Highlights

Anna Wohlers: 2-for-4, 2 HRs, 5 RBIs
AnnaLea Adams: 1-for-3, HR, game-winning RBI
SJ Geurin: 5.2 IP, 6 K, 1 ER
Team HRs: 3 (Wohlers x2, Adams)

Fan Reactions: Faith Restored

Auburn fans have been passionate but anxious over the past few weeks. The midweek win wasn’t a cure-all, but it was certainly a morale boost.

Twitter/X lit up after the game:

“This is the Auburn softball I remember! Way to fight!” – @WarEagleSoftballFan
“ANNA W!!! Two bombs and that GRAND SLAM 😤🔥” – @TigersBy90
“Adams just earned a spot in Auburn softball lore tonight. Walk-off on the road? Unreal.” – @SECSoftballBuzz

What This Win Means for the Postseason

This was Auburn’s final true road game of the regular season. With series against Kentucky, Ole Miss, and LSU still ahead, momentum is crucial.

They’re firmly in the NCAA Tournament picture but are fighting for seeding and potential regional hosting privileges. Tuesday’s win doesn’t carry major RPI weight, but it shows the committee something arguably more important — resilience.

Teams that go far in May are teams that can withstand slumps and still rise. Auburn just proved they have that DNA.

Next Up: Return to SEC Play

The Tigers now return home to wrap up their SEC regular-season slate. Their upcoming series against Kentucky at Jane B. Moore Field is critical.

Kentucky sits just ahead of Auburn in the conference standings. A series win could push Auburn into the top half of the SEC and improve their positioning ahead of the SEC Tournament in Gainesville.

The team is hoping to use the South Alabama game as a launching pad.

“We want to peak at the right time,” said Coach Malveaux. “This win? It’s a start.”

A Defining Moment?

Sometimes it’s not the biggest stage, not the loudest crowd, not the most high-stakes game that defines a season. Sometimes, it’s a Tuesday night in Mobile, Alabama. Down five runs. Cold bats. A losing streak hanging over your head.

And then your junior catcher finds her swing. Your freshman has her moment. Your sophomore pitcher digs deep. And suddenly — it all clicks.

That’s what happened to Auburn softball this week. And now, with the road slate behind them, the Tigers return to the Plains with their heads high and their fire lit.