Image courtesy of Redbird Athletics NORMAL, Ill – The Illinois State Softball Team wrapped up the Hilltopper Spring Fling this weekend in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The change of scenery did not appear to aid the Redbirds this weekend, as the 2023 season continues to get off to a rocky start. After this weekend’s set of games, the 'Birds have fallen to very lack luster 3-11 record. Inconsistencies continue to appear […]
NORMAL, Ill.- Illinois State University’s Women’s Softball team is ready to kick off their season on Feb. 10 in a tournament hosted by the University of South Florida. Head coach Melinda Fischer is coming off her best season in four years as she had the best record in the Missouri Valley Conference last season and won the MVC regular-season title. Coach Fisher is coming into the 2022 season with only […]
Story by Carter Gette NORMAL Ill.- As the seasons transition, the Illinois State softball team is doing the same. The team has just concluded their fall exhibition season and evaluation period. The five-game season is an opportunity for all the players to showcase their talents and prepare for Spring competition. The Redbirds are confident in their incoming class of athletes and they have a strong group of experienced leaders. Head […]
After missing all last weekend due to weather, the Illinois State softball team started strong in day one of their weekend series against Southern Illinois, winning both games of a doubleheader. The Redbirds had a big day behind pitcher Morgan Day, who got a win in both games. In game one, she pitched a complete game and gave up six hits, struck out eight batters, and only gave up one earned run in the […]
Image courtesy of goredbirds.com NORMAL, Ill. - The Illinois State Redbirds softball team captured an impressive win against the DePaul Blue Demons Tuesday with a score of 7-2. The Redbirds recorded nine hits on the day. Mack Leonard and Emme Olson led the way with two hits each. Pitcher Morgan Day was impressive as well, recording 15 strikeouts. DePaul struggled to slow down the Redbirds in the second and sixth […]
