Elon Phoenix baseball and softball teams had an extraordinary day on February 28th, 2026, as both teams achieved no-hitters in their respective games. This remarkable feat was recognized by the Associated Press, The Washington Post, and MLB.com, highlighting the exceptional skills of the players and the collective effort of the teams. The Director of Athletics, Jennifer Strawley, expressed her admiration for the players' efforts, emphasizing the rarity of such an occurrence. The softball team's Anna Dew delivered a six-inning perfect game against Charleston Southern, while the baseball team's pitchers, Aidan Stieglitz, Mike Staiano, and RJ Latkowski, combined for a no-hitter against Fairfield. Strawley noted the significance of these achievements, not only for the student-athletes and coaches but also for the institution as a whole, bringing publicity and pride to Elon University.
