The James Madison softball team has had a remarkable season. JMU set a tremendous example for other mid-major programs to follow in college softball. We support each other on and off the field. 2023 James Madison University Athletics, Nominated for Best Female College Athlete ESPY Award, Softball America's NCAA Pitcher of the Year, Second Team All-American by Softball America, Women's College World Series All-Tournament Team, D1 Softball's National Player of the Week (5/4), Finished the season with a record of 18-3 in the circle with 204 strikeouts in 143.2 innings of work, Finished the post season with a record of 8-3 in the circle with one save and 94 strikeouts in 76.2 innings of work, She held #1 Oklahoma to three runs in JMU's4-3 eight-inning victory over the Sooners while also tossing nine strikeouts, Tossed a career-high and JMU single-game record for strikeouts with 19 in JMU's 4-3 10-inning victory over Liberty (5/21), Set a CAA Tournament single-gamerecord for strikeouts with 16 in her no-hitter against Delaware (5/12), Tossed a perfect five-inning game against College of Charleston (5/1), Finished the season with a .317 batting average, two home runs, 13 runs and 12 RBI, Named to the USA SoftballTop 50 Watch List, Named to Softball America's Preseason Top 100 (#69), CAA Commissioner Academic Honor Roll (Fall '20). With Oklahoma fans filling most of the stadium, Alexander went to the circle and calmly delivered another stellar performance, holding the best offensive team in the country to a season-low three runs. I was just ready to get the third one and be done and just win the ballgame.". The Dukes (39-2) broke open a 1-1 game in the fifth with two runs, then scored four to seal the deal in the seventh. Bergum, Sophie She was 20. (); : These athletes come from all across the United States, and each brings their own unique skillset to the squad. That jam set up the play of the tournament to date. College softball rankings: The top 25 teams in the NCAA this week, Quinnipiac stuns Minnesota to win first national title. If you forgot your password, no worries: enter your email address and we'll send you a link you can use to pick a new password. As LaPorte said afterward, "I think we're at the point where why not? WD, a Vietnam War veteran, helped guide Alexander throughout her youth and helped foster her love for softball. : 2023 James Madison University Athletics. Throughout the campaign, Humphrey appeared in 22 games and got the start in 15, while throwing 11 complete games in her standout freshman season. Because James Madison had the quintessential softball superstar in Odicci Alexander, whose passion, heart, desire, work ethic and nearly unhittable rise ball were all working for the Dukes. ", College softball: Inside Odicci Alexander, James Madison's Cinderella WCWS run. I wasn't letting up then. ); : Scotland David came running for home. Orebaugh, Scooter What made Alexander so special was not just her ability to pitch, but also her ability to hit. In this blog post, well explore the secret to the teams success. "She always kept a glove and a ball and wanted to play catch all the time," her great-uncle Robert Alexander recalled. Hale, Pete That is all she ever wanted to do. Alexander determined she didn't have time to flip it to Bernett. The Dukes lost their first game 4-6, before picking up a 9-0 victory over the . (); : The team has won five NCAA Division I national championships, the most recent in 2016. Hide/Show Additional Information For Ole Miss - February 25, 2022 Feb 26 (Sat) 1:30 p.m. at Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. 72), Finished the season with a 25-8 record in the circle, Threw 15 complete games with eight shutouts, Pitched 225 1/3 innings and faced 925 batters, Hurled 10 innings in the 11-8 series finale against Hofstra, producing 177 pitches (4/29), Went 3-for-4 at the plate with three doubles in 7-0 win over Elon (4/21), Threw first one-hit complete game in 2-0 win over Charleston on (4/14), Pitched her sixth shutout in her eighth complete game against Delaware (4/8), Hit a grand slam in the fifth inning against UNCW on (3/30), Went 7-for-7 at the plate with two runs and two RBIs in win over Towson (3/24), Went 3-for-3 at the plate with two runs and three RBIs in 8-0 win over Ohio (3/16), Threw a complete game shutout, leading 6-0 win against UTEP (3/2), Hit a 2 RBI double in the 4-1 win against Penn State (2/25), Had a season high 12 strikeouts while only allowing one hit in an 8-7 win at Campbell (2/18), Season high of 12 putouts vs. Long Beach State (2/10), Drove in two runs in both victories vs. Morehead State and at Campbell (2/18), CAA Rookie of the Week (March 7, March 13, May 1), Started 57 contests with 40 starts as a designated player, Held a .333 average at the plate going 49-for-147, Tallied 15 multi-hit outings with 10 multi-RBI appearances, Slugged eight doubles, two triples and seven home runs for a .558 slugging percentage, Led all JMU freshmen with 36 RBIs while alsoscoring a total of 29 runs, Her three sacrifice flies ranked tied for 10thon JMU's single-season charts, Made 29 appearances in the circle with 17 starts, Held a 2.35 ERA over 92.1 innings of work for an 11-5 record with one save, Ranked eighth on JMU's single-season shutouts list with six, Struck out 83 batters and held opponents to a .214 average at the plate, Strung together a scoreless inning streak of 23.0 consecutive innings, Tossed two innings of one-hit relief with two strikeouts against Kent State (5/20) during the Waco Regional, Went 2-for-3 with the game-tying and game-winning RBIs against Hofstrain the CAA Championship semifinals (5/11), Earned the victory in the Dukes run-rule victor against UNCW(5/10) to open the CAA Championship, Dealt three innings of relief in JMU's sweep of Elon (May 5-6) allowing just one earned run over the series, Went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a triple in the series finale against the Dragons (4/30), Tossed a three-hit shutout in JMU's 10-0 victory over Drexel (4/29), Pitched a two-hit shutout in JMU's 8-0 victory at North Carolina on April 26, Dealt 5.1 inning of hitless softball to notch a 4-0 victory over UNCW (4/23), Tossed four innings of shutout relief over Delaware series (4/14-4/15) holding the Blue Hens to just three hits, Tied JMU's single-game record knocking two home runs against Hofstraon March 25, Tossed two-hit shutout against (RV) Pittsburgh (3/11), Against ECU (3/10), combined with Jessica McCabe for the eighthno-hitter in program history, Went 2-for-2 with a triple, home run and five RBIs against Charlotte (3/3), Drove in first career RBI on her career double against Wisconsin (2/18), Tallied first career shutout against #20 South Florida (2/17), In collegiate debut, struck out the first seven batters faced against Charleston Southern to earnedcareer victory(2/10), Earned 2015 First Team All-District and Second Team All-Conference honors, Named 2014 First Team All-District and All-Conference, while earning 2014 District Pitcher of the Year, As a freshman, earned 2013 First Team All-District Infielder, Majoring in Sport and Recreation Management, Daughter of Washington and Emily Alexander, Has two older brothers, Jameel and Isaiah Maurice, and two younger sisters, Imileigh and Kaylin, Brother, Isaiah, played basketball at Kansas State, Also a member of the National Honor Society, DECA and Pep Club, Also competed in varsity basketball and volleyball. LaPorte, Jennifer You have entered an incorrect email address! Will there ever be another 100-point scorer in college hockey? Ferguson. These are five, With the selection of Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round, the Detroit Lions may have. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WAVY) The James Madison University community is mourning the loss of JMU softball player Lauren Bernett. In recent years, the college softball transfer portal has been rife with talent to add to a team's roster. OKLAHOMA CITY -- The purple-clad James Madison fans in the crowd started to fidget after Oklahoma State put runners on second and third with one out in the top of the seventh inning, with the Dukes holding what felt like a precarious one-run lead. "I'm just so happy, I could cry," Cliff Alexander said. They saw her growth over the past five years. UW Health Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer, Irwin A. Butler, Leo 5 James Madison, 19-5, on Saturday in Johnson Stadium.The Pirates celebrated the senior class of Sydney Frank, Elizabeth Wilson, Sophie Bandorick, Camryn Pennypacker, Anna Joseph, Sophia LoCicero, Flynn Reed and Holly Hall after the game. The following message was sent out to the JMU. The official Facebook fan page of James Madison University Softball NIL Program Hall of Fame Traditions Men's Swimming & Diving Men's Tennis Twitter Facebook Instagram YouTube East Carolina University Admissions Camps Facilities Financial . The camp is run by expert coaches who have years of experience playing and coaching the sport. Visit ESPN to view the James Madison Dukes team schedule for the current and previous seasons And she conveys that sense of belief through every member of that team.". ATLANTA Ga.- James Madison softball split its games with Georgia State Thursday afternoon during a doubleheader. You will now be able to customize your experience on our website. 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Mathis, Alissa She has proven to be a winner throughout her high school and travel ball careers, and we know she has what it takes to keep us competing at a high level.. As a freshman, she earned Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Week honors three times and Rookie of the Week honors twice. JMU improved to 23-13 overall and 7-7 in Sun Belt Conference play while Troy fell to 29-12-1 with a 10-3-1 record in Sun Belt Conference action. Her record now stands at 18-1, with a 1.22 ERA, 197 strikeouts and 15 complete games, including her past three -- the super regional clincher against Missouri, and both WCWS games. College baseball roundtable: Takeaways, most impressive teams, players and what to expect going forward, College baseball rankings: 2023 Top 25 poll, College baseball player hit by stray bullet at game, New Big Ten boss Petitti ready to lead 'new era', 2023 NCAA gymnastics championships: Oklahoma repeats and Trinity Thomas ties record. HOF Induction Registration; Registration is now open for induction of the 2023 Class for the James Madison Athletics Hall of Fame to be held on Friday, Sept. 1 in the JMU Festival Conference and Student Center at 5:30 p.m. Gleason, Carsen When is too early to draft a starting pitcher? Get The Latest Delivered Right To Your Inbox. JMU softball's Bernett, part of '21 CWS run, dies. This season, she is leading the team in batting average and is second in RBIs. Because WD and Emily could not travel from Virginia to attend the WCWS, the extended Alexander family in Dallas and Kansas City decided to come in their place. In Humphrey, LaPorte's team gained a pitcher who would become a key part of JMUs roster and aid in the Dukes' run to the Women's College World Series. Finished the season with a record of 3-1 in the circle, pitched 26.2 innings and threw 31 strike outs. Dog and cat antibiotics are medications prescribed by a veterinarian that can help treat a bacterial infection. Their positive attitude and team unity. Instagram Softball: Schedule Softball: Roster Softball . Now, I'll be honest, I didn't think we could get through as far as we have, given all the teams that we're facing, but they keep getting better, and they continue to fight. She will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.. They have a record of nineteen wins and only four losses. She also understands the importance of changing speeds and possesses great intelligence on the mound. Sanders, Lauren James Madison at Texas State softball Fri, May 5 5 p.m. Rivera, Mackenzie Under her guidance, the team has won several conference championships and made several appearances in the NCAA tournament. "I just got that big out. Lauren Bernett was a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program," JMU president Jonathan Alger and athletic director Jeff Bourne said in a combined statement. There are a number of factors that make this camp stand out from other camps. Warner, Madison We are grateful that Lauren has been part of our JMU Athletics community and will always consider her to be a Duke. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Pitching Coach. NCAA softball tournament scores, schedule. The official 2023 Softball schedule for the James Madison University Dukes 2023 Softball Schedule - James Madison University Athletics Skip To Main Content Pause All Rotators Hall, Kylah "Our hearts are aching, hearing the. Shifflett, Avery Cimler, Addison LOREN LAPORTE SOFTBALL CAMPS Welcome and thank you for visiting the Loren LaPorte Softball Camps' Website! WD's brothers, Cliff and Robert, attended both games, as did seven other family members. NCAA's international athletes still facing NIL challenges, The sorcery and science behind Virginia's swimming dynasty, Softball teams pay tribute to Lauren Bernett, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. These student-athletes come from all over the country and have a variety of backgrounds and skills. View Full Bio, Hannah The Dukes improved to 25-16 with a 10-9 mark in Sun Belt play, while the Mountaineers fell to 22-24, sitting at 3-14 against league competition. First, the camp is designed specifically for softball players. The squeeze was on. Open to any and all registrants Online registration is safe and secure using Ryzer. The Dukes were sent on the road for both the regional and super regional rounds. The team is made up of 18 talented student-athletes, all of whom are ready to give it their all on the diamond. Tied her career high in strike outs with 12 against Texas Tech (2/14/20). Smedema, Lillie It is not as if the draw got any easier in Oklahoma City. Why not us?". ); The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. James Madison softball player Lauren Bernett, who helped the Dukes reach last year's Women's College World Series, has died at age 20. While Odicci Alexander made a name for herself in the sports world during JMU's unbelievable run to the WCWS semifinals, Humphrey proved LaPorte right throughout the regular season. Redders, Ella Video Coordinator, Softball. "If that's not Top 10 SportsCenter, I don't know what is, because that's probably the best play I've ever seen in a career by a pitcher in that situation with that much pressure," James Madison coach Loren LaPorte said. Several of their players have gone on to compete at the highest levels of professional softball. The James Madison softball team is one of the most successful in the country, with a regular season record of 41-3 and a conference record of 25-1. In April, they had to play four games in three days due to bad weather. James Madison jumped to a quick 2-0 lead, and then Oklahoma State scored in the fifth -- making what happened in the seventh inning even more dramatic. Coubal, Chariell They adjusted their hats, or looked down at their feet. Johnson, Matthew The team has won fourteen conference championships and has had nineteen All-Americans. And she struck me out. In this blog post, we will take a look at the teams history, their accomplishments, and the secrets to their success. James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett has died, the school announced Tuesday . Campers are encouraged to work together and support one another, both on and off the field. "When they went to the CAA championship this year, you could see every game they got better," an exhilarated Bourne said. Because now she's sitting on ESPN, on the big screen, being a role model to people that look like her. And you have to love their spirit. And the past two years have seen particularly special talent on the move around the country. To get a pair of high-waisted jeans that are as comfortable as they are fashionable, find a pair with added elastane, Lycra or spandex. Apted, Olivia The James Madison softball team is mourning the death of one of its players. Pinder, Abbie We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. oh so ! Visit ESPN to view the James Madison Dukes team roster for the current season I said, 'I won't.'". James Madison faced No. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Volunteer Assistant. JMU's faithful fans got to thoroughly enjoy their team's run to the Women's College World Series semifinals. Though she was not as dominant on Friday as she was against Oklahoma, she did enough to get the job done, backed by some incredible defensive plays behind her. We are a women's club team consisting of around 16 members. Follow on Twitter. We provide you with the latest breaking news and videos straight from the entertainment industry. Carrier, Reed The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Mitcheroney, Lindsey Bernett, 20, died April. ); The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. No cause of death was provided and calls by USA TODAY Sports to the Rockingham. College softball expert roundtable: Who has the most to prove and who can stop Oklahoma? The James Madison softball team will be hosting a series of softball camps this summer. The Dukes landed an all-around softball player when they signed Alexander, but more than that, her demeanor has helped define this team and this program. basketball rim bent upwards,