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HAWAI’IThursday, Feb. 5 | 10 p.m. CT | Honolulu, Hawai’i
BOB COOLENHead Coach
CLARE WARWICKSenior Third Baseman
LSUFriday, Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. CT | Honolulu, Hawai’i
YVETTE GIROUARDHead Coach
RACHEL MITCHELLJunior Outfi elder
UABFriday, Feb. 6 | 5 p.m. CT | Honolulu, Hawai’i
MARLA TOWNSENDHead Coach
ANDREA ROGERSSenior Catcher
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ................................................................... Honolulu, Hawai’iNickname .................................................................. Rainbow WahineColors ........................................................... Green, White, Silver, BlackConference .................................................................Western AthleticAthletics Director ..............................................................Jim DonovanSenior Woman’s Administrator .......... Marilyn Moniz-Kaho’ohanohanoField (Capacity) ..................Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium (1,200)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ...................... Bob Coolen (Wesleyan, 1980)Record at School (Years) ...............................................637-388-1 (17)Career Record (Years) ...................................................709-481-1 (22)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 4/5Newcomers ................................................................................ Seven2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................40-21 (10-7 WAC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................Kara NishimuraPrimary Phone .............................................................. 808-497-0638E-Mail Address ......................................................karakn@hawaii.eduWebsite ...................................................... www.HawaiiAthletics.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ....................................................................Birmingham, Ala. Nickname ..................................................................................BlazersColors .......................................................... Forest Green and Old GoldConference .................................................................. Conference USAAthletics Director ............................................................. Brian MackinSenior Woman’s Administrator ..................................... Derita RatcliffeField (Capacity) .............................. George Ward Park Field #6 (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ............... Marla Townsend (Alabama, 1996)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 246-280 (9)Career Record (Years) ........................................................ 246-280 (9)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ........................................................ 9/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 6/4Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) .....................................24-35 (9-11)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ...............................................................Cade SirmansPrimary Phone .............................................................. 205-451-9645E-Mail Address ........................................................sirc1126@uab.eduWebsite ..............................................................www.UABSports.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .................................................................... Baton Rouge, La.Nickname ....................................................... Tigers or Fighting TigersColors ..........................................................................Purple and GoldConference ....................................................................Southeaestern Athletics Director .................................................................. Joe AllevaSenior Woman’s Administrator ...................................... Judy SouthardField (Capacity) ........................................................Tiger Park (2,489)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ..........Yvette Girouard (SW Louisiana, 1976)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 407-119 (8)Career Record (Years) ................................................... 1,166-369 (28)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ........................................................ 8/8Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 3/6Newcomers ......................................................................................112008 Record (Conference Record) ............................ 44-18 (17-11 SEC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................182008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .............................................................Matt DunawayPrimary Phone .............................................................. 225-578-1869E-Mail Address .....................................................mdunaway@lsu.eduWebsite ................................................................www.LSUSports.net
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N.C. STATEFriday, Feb. 13 | 11 a.m. CT | Houston, TexasSunday, Feb. 15 | 9 a.m. CT | Houston, Texas
LISA NAVASHead Coach
ALYSSA ALLBRITTENSophomore Catcher
INDIANASaturday, Feb. 14 | 3 p.m. CT | Houston, Texas
MICHELLE GARDNERHead Coach
EMILY BERGESONSenior Infi elder
TEXAS STATEFriday, Feb. 13 | 3 p.m. CT | Houston Texas
RICCI WOODARDHead Coach
ALEX NEWTONSenior Shortstop
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ................................................................... San Marcos, TexasNickname ................................................................................ BobcatsColors ........................................................................Maroon and GoldConference ..........................................................................SouthlandAthletics Director ...............................................................Dr. Larry TeisSenior Woman’s Administrator ................................... Tracy ShoemakeField (Capacity) .................................................... Bobcat Field (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .....Ricci Woodard (New Mexico State, 1991)Record at School (Years) .................................................301-165-1 (9)Career Record (Years) .....................................................301-165-1 (9)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/4Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 9/1Newcomers ....................................................................................Five2008 Record (Conference Record) ...............................35-18 (25-5 SLC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ........................................................ Denise ThompsonPrimary Phone .............................................................. 512-216-3440E-Mail Address .........................................................dt24@txstate.eduWebsite ...................................................... www.TXStateBobcats.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................... Raleigh, N.C. Nickname .............................................................................. WolfpackColors ............................................................................Red and WhiteConference ..................................................................... Atlantic CoastAthletics Director ................................................................. Lee FowlerField (Capacity) ...................................................Dail Softball Stadium
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ................ Lisa Navas (Oklahoma City, 1987)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 196-121 (5)Career Record (Years) ...................................................531-255-1 (14)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/7Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/4Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................. 31-27 (8-13 ACC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .............................................................. Brandon YoppPrimary Phone .............................................................. 919-819-1826E-Mail Address ............................................brandon_yopp@ncsu.eduWebsite ................................................................... www.GoPack.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ................................................................... Bloomington, Ind. Nickname ............................................................................... HooisersColors .................................................................... Cream and CrimsonConference ................................................................................Big TenAthletics Director .................................................................. Fred GlassField (Capacity) ........................................................... IU Softball Field
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ..............Michelle Gardner (Michigan, 1989)Record at School (Years) .................................................... First SeasonCareer Record (Years) ........................................................ 187-176 (6)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 12/8Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ....................................................................................Five2008 Record (Conference Record) .....................................16-35 (6-14)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................. Nate WiechersPrimary Phone .............................................................. 812-856-0146E-Mail Address ................................................ [email protected] ..............................................................www.IUHooisers.com
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HOUSTONSaturday, Feb. 14 | 5 p.m. CT | Houston, Texas
KYLA HOLASHead Coach
JESSICA VALISSenior Shortstop
CAL POLYFriday, Feb. 20 | 8 p.m. | Cathedral City, Calif.
JENNY CONDONHead Coach
MELISSA PURASenior Shortstop
STEPHEN F. AUSTINWednesday, Feb. 18 | 2 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Wednesday, Feb. 18 | 4 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
GAY MCNUTTHead Coach
MONIKA COVINGTONJunior Pitcher
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ................................................................ Nacogdoches, Texas Nickname ..............................................................................LadyjacksColors .........................................................Purple and White/Red TrimConference ..........................................................................SouthlandAthletics Director ................................................................. Robert HillField (Capacity) .......................................................... Hoya Field (500)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ......Gay McNutt (Louisiana-Lafayette, 1987)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 36-25 (1)Career Record (Years) ...................................................... 408-413 (13)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/1Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/1Newcomers ........................................................................................52008 Record (Conference Record) .............................36-25 (18-11 SLC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ....................................................................Brian RossPrimary Phone .............................................................. 936-556-1168E-Mail Address .................................................... [email protected] .................................................................www.SFAJacks.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ..............................................................San Luis Obispo, Calif.Nickname ............................................................................. MustangsColors ........................................... Fores Green, Copper and Vegas GoldConference ............................................................................. Big WestAthletics Director ................................................................Alison ConeSenior Woman’s Administrator ................................. Barbara MartinezField (Capacity) ...................................................Janssen Field (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ................ Jenny Condon (Iowa State, 1991)Record at School (Years) ...................................................... 125-78 (4)Career Record (Years) .......................................................... 125-78 (4)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 11/4Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/2Newcomers ...................................................................................Four2008 Record (Conference Record) ............................ 24-22 (12-9 BWC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .........................................................Chris GiovannettiPrimary Phone .............................................................. 805-215-5505E-Mail Address ..................................................cgiovann@calpoly.eduWebsite ............................................................... www.GoCalPoly.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................Houston, TexasNickname ................................................................................ CougarsColors ...................................................... Scarlet and White/Navy TrimConference .................................................................. Conference USAAthletics Director ........................................................... Dave MaggardSenior Woman’s Administrator .....................................DeJuena ChizerField (Capacity) ................................. Cougar Softball Stadium (1,200)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ........ Kyla Holas (Louisiana-Lafayette, 1994)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 300-187 (8)Career Record (Years) ........................................................ 300-187 (8)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 11/4Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/2Newcomers ................................................................................ Seven2008 Record (Conference Record) ........................... 54-11 (21-2 CUSA)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................132008 Postseason ................................................ NCAA Super Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................. Tiffanie HatleyPrimary Phone .............................................................. 713-743-9411E-Mail Address .............................................. [email protected] ............................................................. www.UHCougars.com
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ARIZONA STATEFriday, Feb. 20 | 10:30 p.m. CT | Cathedral City, Calif.
CLINT MYERSHead Coach
KAITLIN COCHRANSenior Outfi elder
ALABAMASaturday, Feb. 21 | 7:30 p.m. CT | Cathedral City, Calif.
PATRICK MURPHYHead Coach
CHARLOTTE MORGANJunior Pitcher/Utility
NEVADASaturday, Feb. 21 | 3 p.m. CT | Cathedral City, Calif.
MATT MEUCHELHead Coach
BRITTANY PUZEYSenior Outfi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ............................................................................... Reno, Nev. Nickname ..............................................................................Wolf PackColors ...................................................................Navy Blue and SilverConference ................................................................Western AthleticAthletics Director ................................................................. Cary GrothField (Capacity) ........................................................ Hixson Park (750)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ............ Matt Meuchel (Arizona State, 2000)Record at School (Years) .................................................... First SeasonCareer Record (Years) ........................................................ First SeasonLetterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/2Newcomers ................................................................................. Three2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................44-18 (16-2 WAC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................212008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................Chad HartleyPrimary Phone .............................................................. 775-229-5513E-Mail Address .........................................................hartleyc@unr.eduWebsite .................................................... www.NevadaWolfPack.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .......................................................................Tuscaloosa, Ala.Nickname .........................................................................Crimson TideColors ..................................................................... Crimson and WhiteConference .....................................................................SoutheasternAthletics Director ................................................................. Mal MooreSenior Woman’s Administrator ...................................... Marie RobbinsField (Capacity) .............................. Alabama Softball Stadium (1,600)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ........ Patrick Murphy (Northern Iowa, 1988)Record at School (Years) .................................................. 525-157 (11)Career Record (Years) ...................................................... 525-157 (11)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 11/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/3Newcomers ........................................................................................62008 Record (Conference Record) ................................ 58-8 (25-3 SEC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ...................................................................42008 Postseason ................................... Women’s College World Series
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................. Skip PowersPrimary Phone .............................................................. 205-246-7834E-Mail Address ...................................................... [email protected] .................................................................. www.RollTide.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ............................................................................ Tempe, Ariz.Nickname .............................................................................Sun DevilsColors ........................................................................Maroon and GoldConference ........................................................................... Pacifi c-10Athletics Director ....................................................................Lisa LoveSenior Woman’s Administrator ........................................ Dawn RogersField (Capacity) .........................................Farrington Stadium (1,535)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .................Clint Myers (Arizona State, 1976)Record at School (Years) ...................................................... 173-37 (3)Career Record (Years) ........................................................ 654-80 (22)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 18/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 4/5Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) ............................66-5 (18-3 Pac 10)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ...................................................................12008 Postseason .................................................. National Champions
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ..................................................................Kerry HowePrimary Phone .............................................................. 480-254-8345E-Mail Address ....................................................kerry.howe@asu.eduWebsite ..........................................................www.TheSunDevils.com
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MASSACHUSETTSSunday, Feb. 22 | 10 a.m. CT | Cathedral City, Calif.
ELAINE SORTINOHead Coach
BRANDICE BALSCHMITERSenior Pitcher
CREIGHTONSaturday, Feb. 28 | 1:15 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Sunday, March 1 | 2:30 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
BRENT VIGNESSHead Coach
TARA OLTMANJunior Pitcher
TULSAWednesday, Feb. 25 | 5:30 p.m. CT | Tulsa, Okla.Wednesday, March 4 | 5 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
JOHN BARGFELDTHead Coach
LAUREN LINDSAYJunior Outfi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ...................................................................... Amherst, Mass.Nickname ......................................................................MinutewomenColors ......................................................................Maroon and WhiteConference ..........................................................................Atlantic 10Athletics Director ...................................................... John McCutcheonField (Capacity) ..................................UMass Softball Complex (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .......... Elaine Sortino (SUNY Oneonta, 1971)Record at School (Years) ............................................1,017-431-5 (29)Career Record (Years) ................................................1,017-431-5 (29)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/3Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) ...................42-13 (20-0 Atlantic 10)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................252008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ..................................................................David GunnPrimary Phone .............................................................. 413-545-5292E-Mail Address ........................................... [email protected] .......................................................www.UMassAthletics.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ..............................................................................Tulsa, Okla. Nickname ..................................................................Golden HurricaneColors ..................................................... Old Gold, Royal Blue, CrimsonConference .................................................................. Conference USAAthletics Director ...................................................Bubba CunninghamSenior Woman’s Administrator .......................................Crista TroesterField (Capacity) ................................ Hardesty Sports Complex (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .................John Bargfeldt (Anderson, 1981)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 98-77 (4)Career Record (Years) ............................................................ 98-77 (4)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/2Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/1Newcomers ................................................................................... Two2008 Record (Conference Record) ...................................34-25 (14-10)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................... Eric HollierPrimary Phone .............................................................. 225-978-4590E-Mail Address ................................................eric-hollier@utulsa.eduWebsite ....................................................... www.TulsaHurricane.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .......................................................................... Omaha, Neb.Nickname ................................................................................BluejaysColors ...........................................................................Blue and WhiteConference ...................................................................Missouri ValleyAthletics Director ...................................................... Bruce RasmussenSenior Woman’s Administrator ..................................... Sharon HansonField (Capacity) ...............................Creighton Sports Complex (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .......... Brent Vigness (Central College, 1988)Record at School (Years) ...............................................481-336-2 (15)Career Record (Years) ...................................................629-407-3 (20)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 9/2Newcomers ........................................................................................62008 Record (Conference Record) .............................43-17 (21-3 MVC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................RV2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .................................................................. Rob SimmsPrimary Phone .............................................................. 402-660-5853E-Mail Address ................................................ [email protected] ........................................................... www.GoCreighton.com
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SAINT LOUISSaturday, Feb. 28 | 3:30 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Sunday, March 1 | 12:15 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
JOHN CONWAYHead Coach
RACHEL HEETSenior Infi elder
NORTHWESTERNSaturday, March 7 | 1:30 p.m. CT | Oklahoma City, Okla.Sunday, March 8 | 1:30 p.m. CT | Oklahoma City, Okla.
KATE DROHANHead Coach
TAMMY WILLIAMSSenior Infi elder
TENNESSEEFriday, March 6 | 5 p.m. CT | Oklahoma City, Okla.
Saturday, March 7 | 4 p.m. CT | Oklahoma City, Okla.
KAREN WEEKLYCo-Head Coach
TIFFANY HUFFJunior Catcher
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .......................................................................Saint Louis, Mo. Nickname ................................................................................BillikensColors ................................................................. Royal Blue and WhiteConference .........................................................................Atlantic 10Athletics Director ...................................................................Chris MaySenior Woman’s Administrator ......................................... Janet OberleField (Capacity) .........................................Billiken Sports Center (500)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .............John Conway (Tarkio College, 1989)Record at School (Years) .....................................................52-66-1 (2)Career Record (Years) .....................................................169-117-1 (6)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 12/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/1Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) ................................. 23-33-1 (11-9)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ...........................................................Heather FreehillPrimary Phone .............................................................. 309-361-1887E-Mail Address .......................................................... [email protected] ............................................................www.SLUBillikens.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ....................................................................... Knoxville, Tenn.Nickname ....................................................................Lady VolunteersColors ...................................................................... Orange and WhiteConference ......................................................................SoutheasternAthletics Director ...............................................................Joan CronanField (Capacity) ....................................... Lee Softball Stadium (1,614)
TEAM INFORMATIONCo-Head Coach (Alma Mater) ........ Ralph Weekly (Arizona State, 1973)Co-Head Coach (Alma Mater) ....Karen Weekly (Pacifi c Lutheran, 1986)Record at School (Years) .................................................376-117-1 (7)Ralph Weekly’s Career Record (Years) ...........................877-298-1 (21)Karen Weekly’s Career Record (Years) ...........................599-214-1 (12)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 11/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 6/3Newcomers ................................................................................ Seven2008 Record (Conference Record) ............................ 50-16 (14-12 SEC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................142008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .................................................................. Brian DavisPrimary Phone .............................................................. 865-696-7947E-Mail Address ....................................................... [email protected] .............................................................www.UTLadyVols.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ............................................................................Evanston, Ill.Nickname ............................................................................... WildcatsColors ........................................................................Purple and WhiteConference ................................................................................Big TenAthletics Director ................................................................ Jim PhillipsSenior Woman’s Administrator .......................................Noreen MorrisField (Capacity) ................................................. Drysdale Field (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .................. Kate Drohan (Providence, 1995)Record at School (Years) .................................................278-119-1 (7)Career Record (Years) .....................................................278-119-1 (7)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/1Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 9/1Newcomers ................................................................................. Three2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................40-16 (18-2 Big 10)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................122008 Postseason ................................................ NCAA Super Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ...............................................................Doug Meffl eyPrimary Phone .............................................................. 847-491-3688E-Mail Address ......................................d-meffl [email protected] ................................................................www.NUSports.com
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NOTRE DAMEThursday, March 12 | 3 p.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
DEANNA GUMPFHead Coach
BRITTNEY BARGARSenior Pitcher
DEPAULFriday, March 13 | 11 a.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
EUGENE LENTIHead Coach
AMBER PATTONSenior Third Baseman
FLORIDA STATEThursday, March 12 | 5:30 p.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
LONNI ALAMEDAHead Coach
CARLY WYNNJunior Outfi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ..............................................................................Chicago, Ill.Nickname ........................................................................ Blue DemonsColors ................................................................ Royal Blue and ScarletConference .............................................................................BIG EASTAthletics Director ................................................... Jean Lenti PonsettoField (Capacity) ......................................... Cacciatore Stadium (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ........................Eugene Lenti (DePaul, 1979)Record at School (Years) ...............................................983-480-6 (27)Career Record (Years) ...................................................983-480-6 (27)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 14/3Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/2Newcomers ...................................................................................Four2008 Record (Conference Record) ......................51-18 (16-6 BIG EAST)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................222008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................... Alicia PowersPrimary Phone .............................................................. 815-325-2659E-Mail Address .................................................apowers1@depaul.eduWebsite ................................................www.DePaulBlueDemons.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................ Tallahasse, Fla.Nickname .............................................................................SeminolesColors ......................................................................... Garnet and GoldConference ..................................................................... Atlantic CoastAthletics Director .........................................................Randy SpetmanAssociate Athletics Director/Softball ........................... Bernie WaxmanField (Capacity) .........................................................Graf Field (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ............... Lonni Alameda (Oklahoma, 1993)Record at School (Years) .................................................... First SeasonCareer Record (Years) .....................................................157-158-1 (5)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 14/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 6/2Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................. 38-28 (12-9 ACC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................... Katy BakerPrimary Phone .............................................................. 850-645-7683E-Mail Address ........................................................... [email protected] .............................................................. www.Seminoles.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ......................................................................South Bend, Ind.Nickname ........................................................................ Fighting IrishColors .............................................................................Gold and BlueConference .............................................................................BIG EASTAthletics Director ...........................................................Jack SwarbrickAssistant Athletics Director/Softball ................................ Tony YelovichField (Capacity) .....................................................Cook Stadium (850)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .................Deanna Gumpf (Nebraska, 1992)Record at School (Years) .................................................289-136-1 (7)Career Record (Years) .....................................................289-136-1 (7)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 14/2Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/2Newcomers ...................................................................................Four2008 Record (Conference Record) .................. 38-22-1 (14-8 BIG EAST)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .................................................................Alan GeorgePrimary Phone .............................................................. 574-340-3977E-Mail Address ........................................................ageorge2@nd.eduWebsite ........................................................................www.UND.com
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LOUISIANASaturday, March 14 | 5:30 p.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
STEFNI LOTIEFCo-Head Coach
KARLI HUBBARDSenior Shortstop
BOWLING GREENSunday, March 15 | 1 p.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
SHANNON SALBURGHead Coach
HAYLEY WIEMERSenior Pitcher
CAL STATE FULLERTONSaturday, March 14 | 7:30 p.m. CT | Fullerton, Calif.
MICHELLE GROMACKIHead Coach
LAUREN LUPINETTISenior Infi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ...............................................................Bowling Green, OhioNickname ................................................................................. FalconsColors ..................................................................... Orange and BrownConference .....................................................................Mic-AmericanAthletics Director ....................................................... Greg ChristopherSenior Woman’s Administrator ........................................... Janna BlaisField (Capacity) .............................................................. Meserve Field
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ..........Shannon Salsburg (Penn State, 1998)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 52-36 (2)Career Record (Years) ............................................................ 52-36 (2)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 10/3Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ................................................................................... Two2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................19-24 (14-5 MAC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................ Stephanie SabaduquiaPrimary Phone .............................................................. 773-203-9809E-Mail Address ...................................................... [email protected] ...........................................................www.BGSUFalcons.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .......................................................................... Lafayette, La.Nickname .........................................................Ragin’ Cajuns or CajunsColors ..................................................................Vermiliion and WhiteConference ..............................................................................Sun BeltAthletics Director ............................................................. David WalkerSenior Woman’s Administrator .........................................Sherry LeBasField (Capacity) .................. Lamson/Ragin’Cajun Softball Park (2,250)
TEAM INFORMATIONCo-Head Coach (Alma Mater) ...........Stefni Lotief (UL-Lafayette, 1990)Co-Head Coach (Alma Mater) ........Michael Lotief (UL-Lafayette, 1985)Stefni Lotief’s Record at School (Years) ................................ 407-97 (9)Michael Lotief’s Record at School (Years)............................. 306-74 (7)Stefni Lotief’s Career Record (Years) .................................... 407-97 (9)Michael Lotief’s Career Record (Years) ................................. 306-74 (7)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) .......................52-15 (19-3 Sun Belt)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ...................................................................62008 Postseason ................................... Women’s College World Series
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .......................................................... Chris WhiteheadPrimary Phone .............................................................. 404-697-6363E-Mail Address ............................................whitehead@louisiana.eduWebsite ........................................................... www.RaginCajuns.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................Fullerton, Calif.Nickname ................................................................................... TitansColors ..................................................... Navy Blue, Orange and WhiteConference ............................................................................. Big WestAthletics Director ............................................................. Briann QuinnSenior Associate Athletics Director ................................Dr. Allison RichField (Capacity) .....................................Anderson Family Field (1,000)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ... Michelle Gromacki (Cal State Fullerton, 1987)Record at School (Years) .................................................337-187-1 (9)Career Record (Years) .....................................................337-187-1 (9)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ........................................................ 7/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 5/6Newcomers ......................................................................................112008 Record (Conference Record) .................27-28-1 (11-10 Big West)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ..............................................................Jason SpencerPrimary Phone .............................................................. 714-904-7547E-Mail Address ................................................ [email protected] .......................................................www.FullertonTitans.com
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NORTHERN IOWAWednesday, March 18 | 6 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
RYAN JACOBSHead Coach
JEN LARSENJunior First Baseman
ARKANSASWednesday, April 8 | 5 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
JAMIE PINKERTONHead Coach
KAYLA JOHNSONSenior Infi elder
NORTH TEXASWednesday, March 25 | 5 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Wednesday, April 22 | 6 p.m. CT | Denton, Texas
TJ HUBBARDHead Coach
MALLORY CANTLERSophomore Infi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ......................................................................... Denton, TexasNickname ..........................................................................Mean GreenColors .........................................................................Green and WhiteConference ..............................................................................Sun BeltAthletics Director .............................................................Rick VillarrealField (Capacity) ...............................................Lovelace Stadium (300)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ......TJ Hubbard (Oklahoma Wesleyan, 2002)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 27-33 (1)Career Record (Years) ............................................................ 27-33 (1)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 10/7Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 6/2Newcomers ......................................................................................102008 Record (Conference Record) .......................27-33 (9-15 Sun Belt)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................Amy RugginiPrimary Phone .............................................................. 908-938-0810E-Mail Address .................................................. [email protected] .................................................. www.MeanGreenSports.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ......................................................................Fayetteville, Ark.Nickname ........................................................................... RazorbacksColors ..................................................................... Cardinal and WhiteConference ......................................................................SoutheasternAthletics Director ....................................................................Jeff LongField (Capacity) .......................................................Bogle Park (1,200)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ..................... Jamie Pinkerton (Tulsa, 1997)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 105-148 (5)Career Record (Years) ........................................................ 245-253 (9)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 20/4Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/3Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) .............................. 37-29 (8-20 SEC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................Zach LawsonPrimary Phone .............................................................. 479-595-2358E-Mail Address .......................................................zlawson@uark.eduWebsite ...............................................www.ArkansasRazorbacks.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ..................................................................... Cedar Falls, IowaNickname ...............................................................................PanthersColors ....................................................................Purple and Old GoldConference ....................................................................Missouri ValleyAthletics Director .............................................................. Troy DannenSenior Woman’s Administrator .......................................... Jean BergerField (Capacity) ...............................Robinson-Dresser Sports Complex
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ............. Ryan Jacobs (Northern Iowa, 1999)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 20-28 (1)Career Record (Years) ............................................................ 20-28 (1)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 10/4Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/2Newcomers ......................................................................................162008 Record (Conference Record) .............................20-28 (5-16 MVC)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .........................................................Taylor SchupbachPrimary Phone .............................................................. 319-215-5086E-Mail Address ....................................................... [email protected] ...........................................................www.UNIPanthers.com
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TEXAS TECHTuesday, March 10 | 1:30 p.m. | Lubbock, TexasTuesday, March 10 | 3:30 p.m. | Lubbock, Texas
AMY SUITERInterim Head Coach
ASHLY JACOBSJunior Pitcher
TEXASSaturday, March 28 | 1 p.m. CT | Austin, TexasSunday, March 29 | 12 p.m. CT | Austin, Texas
CONNIE CLARKHead Coach
LORYN JOHNSONJunior Infi elder
IOWA STATESaturday, March 21 | 2 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Sunday, March 22 | 12 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
STACY GEMEINHARDT-CESLERHead Coach
COURTNEY WRAYJunior Utility
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................Lubbock, TexasNickname .......................................................................... Red RaidersColors ........................................................................ Scarlet and BlackConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director ............................................................. Gerald MyersSenior Woman’s Administrator ....................................... Dr. Judi HenryField (Capacity) ..................................................... Johnson Field (589)
TEAM INFORMATIONInterim Head Coach (Alma Mater) ...... Amy Suiter (Washington, 2004)Record at School (Years) .................................................... First SeasonCareer Record (Years) ........................................................ First SeasonLetterwinners Returning/Lost ........................................................ 8/9Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 6/3Newcomers ................................................................................ Seven2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................23-36 (8-10 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................. Jody RoginsonPrimary Phone .............................................................. 806-786-5217E-Mail Address .................................................jody.roginson@ttu.eduWebsite ............................................................... www.TexasTech.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ...........................................................................Austin, TexasNickname ............................................................................ LonghornsColors .............................................................Burnt Orange and WhiteConference .................................................................................Big 12Women’s Athletics Director........................................Christine PlonskyField (Capacity) ................................................ McCombs Field (1,254)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .......Connie Clark (Cal State Fullerton, 1987)Record at School (Years) ...............................................469-225-3 (14)Career Record (Years) ...................................................469-225-3 (14)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/3Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/0Newcomers ....................................................................................Five2008 Record (Conference Record) ........................ 29-23-2 (9-9 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason .......................................................... NCAA Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ..............................................................Spencer KitleyPrimary Phone ............................................................... 512.848.8157E-Mail Address .............................spencer.kitley@athletics.utexas.eduWebsite ............................................................ www.TexasSports.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .............................................................................Ames, IowaNickname ............................................................................... CyclonesColors ....................................................................... Cardinal and GoldConference ................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director .............................................................Jamie PollardSenior Woman’s Administrator .................................... Dr. Calli SandersField (Capacity) .............................. Southwest Athletic Complex (509)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .Stacy Gemeinhardt-Cesler (Missouri, 2001)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 65-72 (3)Career Record (Years) ........................................................ 218-148 (7)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 12/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ..................................................................................Eight2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................29-29 (4-14 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................................Matt ShoultzPrimary Phone .............................................................. 515-520-7642E-Mail Address ..................................................mshoultz@iastate.eduWebsite ................................................................. www.Cyclones.com
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BAYLORWednesday, April 1 | 5 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Wednesday, April 1 | 7 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
GLENN MOOREHead Coach
BRETTE REAGANSenior Infi elder
KANSASFriday, April 10 | 7 p.m. CT | Lawrence, Kan.
Saturday, April 11 | 1 p.m. CT | Lawrence, Kan.
TRACY BUNGEHead Coach
VAL CHAPPLESenior Third Baseman
NEBRASKASaturday, April 4 | 2 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Sunday, April 5 | 1 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
RHONDA REVELLEHead Coach
CRYSTAL CARWILESenior Infi elder
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation .............................................................................Waco, TexasNickname ............................................................................Lady BearsColors ...........................................................................Green and GoldConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director .................................................................Ian McCawSenior Woman’s Administrator ............................................Nancy PostField (Capacity) ........................................ Getterman Stadium (1,250)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .... Glenn Moore (Northwestern State, 1993)Record at School (Years) .................................................... 326-170 (8)Career Record (Years) ...................................................... 465-202 (11)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 12/7Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/2Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................23-22 (4-13 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .................................................................Kyle CornishPrimary Phone .............................................................. 254-710-3065E-Mail Address .............................................kyle_cornish@baylor.eduWebsite ............................................................www.BaylorBears.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................... Lincoln, Neb.Nickname ........................................................ Cornhuskers or HuskersColors ...................................................................... Scarlet and CreamConference .................................................................................Big 12Interim Athletics Director ................................................ Tom OsborneSenior Woman’s Administrator ..........................................Pat LogsdonField (Capacity) .............................................. Bowlin Stadium (2,500)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ................Rhonda Revelle (Nebraska, 1984)Record at School (Years) .................................................. 615-323 (16)Career Record (Years) ...................................................... 626-339 (17)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 15/2Starters Returning/Lost ................................................................ 10/0Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................25-28 (4-14 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact .................................................................. Matt SmithPrimary Phone .............................................................. 402-472-7780E-Mail Address ..................................................msmith@huskers.comWebsite .................................................................. www.Huskers.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ........................................................................Lawrence, Kan.Nickname ..............................................................................JayhawksColors ....................................................................... Crimson and BlueConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director ............................................................... Lew PerkinsSenior Woman’s Administrator .................................. Debbie Van SaunField (Capacity) ................................................ Arrocha Ballpark (750)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ......................... Tracy Bunge (Kansas, 1986)Record at School (Years) ...............................................388-314-2 (12)Career Record (Years) ...................................................480-381-2 (15)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 13/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/1Newcomers ....................................................................................Five2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................37-19 (7-11 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ................................................... Christine DieckmannPrimary Phone .............................................................. 785-393-3358E-Mail Address ............................................................. [email protected] .............................................................www.KUAthletics.com
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OKLAHOMA STATEWednesday, April 15 | 7 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
Wednesday, April 29 | 7 p.m. CT | Stillwater, Okla.
RICH WIELIGMANHead Coach
ALYSIA HAMILTONSophomore Second Baseman
MISSOURISaturday, April 25 | 2 p.m. CT | Columbia, Mo.Sunday, April 26 | 12 p.m. CT | Columbia, Mo.
EHREN EARLYWINEHead Coach
RHEA TAYLORSophomore Outfi elder
TEXAS A&MSaturday, April 18 | 2 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.Sunday, April 19 | 1 p.m. CT | Norman, Okla.
JO EVANSHead Coach
ERIN GLASCOSenior Catcher
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ....................................................................... Stillwater, Okla. Nickname ............................................................................... CowgirlsColors ....................................................................... Orange and BlackConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director ...............................................................Mike HolderSenior Woman’s Administrator ...........................................Amy WeeksField (Capacity) ................................................ Cowgirl Stadium (752)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .. Rich Wieligman (Lubbock Christian, 1985)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 51-58 (2)Career Record (Years) ............................................................ 51-58 (2)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 12/6Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 8/1Newcomers ..................................................................................... Six2008 Record (Conference Record) ............................26-25 (9-9 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ................................................................ NR2008 Postseason ..........................................................................None
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................ Mike NotewarePrimary Phone .............................................................. 405-612-4843E-Mail Address ........................................mike.noteware@okstate.eduWebsite .................................................................. www.OKState.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ............................................................. College Station, TexasNickname .................................................................................. AggiesColors ......................................................................Maroon and WhiteConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director ...................................................................Bill ByrneField (Capacity) ................................... Aggie Softball Complex (1,750)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) .................................. Jo Evans (Utah, 1983)Record at School (Years) ...............................................469-233-2 (13)Career Record (Years) ...................................................782-443-2 (24)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ........................................................ 9/5Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/3Newcomers ....................................................................................Five2008 Record (Conference Record) ..........................57-10 (17-1 Big 12)2008 NFCA Final Ranking ...................................................................22008 Postseason ................................. National Champion Runner-Up
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ............................................................Deanna WernerPrimary Phone .............................................................. 231-288-3700E-Mail Address .......................................dwerner@athletics.tamu.eduWebsite ........................................................www.AggieAthletics.com
UNIVERSITY INFORMATIONLocation ......................................................................... Columbia, Mo.Nickname ................................................................................... TigersColors ......................................................................Old Gold and BlackConference .................................................................................Big 12Athletics Director ........................................................... Michael AldenSenior Woman’s Administrator .................................... Sarah ReesmanField (Capacity) .................................................. University Field (500)
TEAM INFORMATIONHead Coach (Alma Mater) ........Ehren Earleywine (Westminster, 1994)Record at School (Years) ........................................................ 87-41 (2)Career Record (Years) .......................................................... 230-96 (5)Letterwinners Returning/Lost ...................................................... 17/2Starters Returning/Lost .................................................................. 7/2Newcomers ...................................................................................Four2008 Record (Conference Record) .....................................47-17 (11-6)2008 NFCA Final Ranking .................................................................192008 Postseason ................................................ NCAA Super Regional
MEDIA RELATIONSSoftball Contact ........................................................... Emily G. MurrayPrimary Phone .............................................................. 573-268-4275E-Mail Address ............................................. [email protected] ................................................................www.MUTigers.com
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2009 BIG 12 SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTNO. 10 SEED
NO. 2 SEED
NO. 5 SEED
NO. 1 SEED
NO. 6 SEED
NO. 7 SEED
NO. 3 SEED
NO. 9 SEED
NO. 4 SEED
NO. 8 SEED
POSTSEASON CHAMPIONNCAA TOURNAMENT
AUTOMATIC QUALIFIER
FRIDAY, MAY 8
FRIDAY, MAY 8
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SATURDAY, MAY 9
SUNDAY, MAY 10NOON CT
FSN
The ASA Hall of Fame Stadium is widely regarded as the fi nest softball facility in the nation and has played host to the best softball competition in the world, including USA teams that represent the nation in interna-tional competitions.
Among the most recent USA Softball National Teams to play in ASA Hall of Fame Stadium was the 2007 USA Women’s and Men’s National teams, which brought home the gold in the World Cup of Softball 3 and the fi rst American Challenge Series.
Annually, ASA Hall of Fame Stadium plays host to a wide variety of softball events, including the nation’s number one collegiate contest, the NCAA Women’s College World Series (WCWS), which annually draws more than 63,000 spectators from around the nation. ASA Hall of Fame Stadium has hosted the event 15 times and is scheduled as the home of the WCWS through 2008.
2009 BIG 12 SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPFRIDAY, MAY 8-SUNDAY, MAY 10
ASA HALL OF FAME STADIUMOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA.