March 24, 2013

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Michigan’s offense bails out pitching and completes comback

BY NATE SELL

Sometimes two nationally recognized pitchers struggle, sometimes the only ranked team in the Big Ten makes numerous errors on defense and sometimes the reigning conference champs have to play catch-up.

When all three of these things happen at once for two games in a row, it’s the offense that has to step up.

March 21, 2013

Softball Preview 2013

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Sara Driesenga earns two awards in one week for Michigan softball

BY NATE SELL

Sophomore pitcher Sara Driesenga spent her weekend getting three wins against three ranked programs, resulting in Big Ten Pitcher of the Week and NFCA National Player of the Week accolades. She’s been a key part of Michigan’s success early this season — consistently delivering strong outings in the circle while also contributing with her bat.

March 21, 2013

Softball Preview 2013

Behind the plate Lauren Sweet is softball's brick wall

BY ERIN LENNON

Behind the plate, Sweet’s responsibilities go beyond catching a ball and throwing it back to the pitcher. Sweet has been a brick wall for the Wolverines, committing just five errors in her role as starting catcher — just three all last season. She completed her freshman season with a Big Ten Freshman of the Week award and a .988 fielding percentage.