University of Minnesota Athletics
GOPHER SOFTBALL RECRUITS ANNOUNCED
12/4/1999 12:00:00 AM | Softball
They are:
Hailee Nanchy (Infielder, Ontario Calif.) "A powerful hitter that has an amazing glove at first base. She is a vocal leader who has great knowledge of the game of softball," said Standering.
Piper Marten (Pitcher, Farmington, N.M.) "A fierce competitior on the mound who has a great rise ball and complete command of her other pitches," said Standering.
Jessi Green (Pitcher, San Diego, Calif.) "A physically strong pitcher who is a hard worker. She is capable of playing the infield as well, and has a strong bat," said Standering.
The Minnesota softball team finished the 1999 season as the 22nd-ranked team in the country with a 48-20 record. The Gophers won their first-ever Big Ten Tournament championship in 1999 and finished second in the regular season. Minnesota opens its 2000 season by hosting the Metrodome Softball Classic on February 10.