SIU coach blends optimism with hard work on softball rise
SIU head coach Kerri Blaylock, building a 144-70 record, drives the Lady Tigers toward an NCAA berth as she blends relentless work ethic with infectious optimism learned from Herrin days. Teammates and rivals credit her as a motivating, competitive pitcher turned coach who emphasizes belief, changeups, and daily grind.
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College softball grows into serious college sport
In Tuscaloosa, Elaine Sortino notes rising parity and resources in college softball as the NCAA Region 8 Tournament approaches. Illinois pitcher Amanda Fortune anchors Illinois with a 24-9 record and 1.78 ERA while Alabama sits among leaders in attendance. Rain threatens daily through Tuesday as teams prepare for the College World Series bid.
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SIU hosts MVC outdoor track championships at home
SIU Salukis compete at McAndrew Stadium Lew Hartzog Track for the Missouri Valley Conference outdoor championships across three days with events starting today at 1 p.m. including decathlon, heptathlon, and 10k races. Tickets are 5 dollars for adults and 3 for students and children with three day passes at 12 and 6 dollars respectively. The Salukis aim to finish strong led by returning champions and a strong home-field advantage while results will post on the official site and MVC site.
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SIU Softball Opens NCAA Tournament vs UMass in Tuscaloosa
SIU faces UMass in Tuscaloosa to start the 2003 NCAA Division I Softball Championship region. UMass, led by ace Kaila Holtz, won the A-10 title and features Emily Robustelli, Brandi Cross, and Aisha Franke. SIU hopes to leverage strong pitching and timely hitting as they aim for aregional run.
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