The Trion Lady Bulldogs are moving on in the Georgia High School Association Class A State Softball Tournament after opening Elite Eight competition Wednesday with a 2-0 shutout victory over Irwin County in Columbus.

The victory extends Trion’s winning streak to 11 consecutive games and moves the Lady Bulldogs into the winners’ bracket semifinals, putting them among the final four undefeated teams in the tournament.

Trion will face Emanuel County Institute today, Thursday, October 29, at 12:30 p.m. at the South Commons Softball Complex in Columbus.

Emanuel County Institute advanced with a 6-2 victory over Johnson County on Wednesday.

The Lady Bulldogs entered the state tournament with a 23-5 record after sweeping Taylor County in the second round of the playoffs. Wednesday’s victory improves Trion’s record to 24-5.

Under head coach Trent Stamey, Trion is making its second consecutive appearance in the Elite Eight and continues its pursuit of a state championship.

The tournament uses a double-elimination format, meaning teams must lose twice before being eliminated. Competition continues through Saturday, October 31.

Fans can watch the games through the NFHS Network, while tickets for in-person attendance are available through GoFan.