Softball to Open Fall Season Versus Baker University Wednesday

Sept. 28, 2010

LAWRENCE, Kan. –

Kansas head softball coach Megan Smith and the University of Kansas softball team will make their 2010-11 debut when they host Baker University on Wednesday, Sept. 29 in KU’s fall season opener. The contest is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Arrocha Ballpark and is free to the public.

The Jayhawks return twelve letterwinners and seven starters from its 21-35 squad last season. Sophomore infielder Mariah Montgomery, a 2010 All-Big 12 Second Team selection, is one of KU’s top returning offensive threats having hit a .302 batting average last season, including a team-high 11 doubles. Sophomore outfielder Rosie Hull paced Kansas with a .350 average in 2010 and collected a team-best 55 hits along with fellow sophomore outfielder Alex Jones.

KU also adds eight newcomers to the mix, including infielder Laura Vickers, a National Fastpitch Coaches’ Association All-Region Second Team selection from Olathe, Kan.

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