ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON SOFTBALLONSI Lily West broke Creighton's all-time hits record. | Creighton Athletics ROSEMONT- In what could have been the final at-bat of her collegiate career, Creighton senior catcher Lily West made program history on Saturday when she ripped her 246th hit in the 5-1 win over UConn. The single broke Bluejay Hall of Famer Christy Luceford’s program record of 245 career hits, a record that has stood since 1997. West tied the record straight away in t

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON SOFTBALLONSI Piper Ritter was let go of her coaching duties at Minnesota. | Minnesota Athletics Following a 16-36 record and a failed performance in the 2026 Big Ten Tournament, the Minnesota Gophers have relieved head coach Piper Ritter of her duties. Minnesota Director of Athletics, Mark Coyle released a statement on the decision, citing that the program has taken steps backward during the last three seasons. "I want to thank Piper for dedicating m

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON SOFTBALLONSI Danielle Zymkowitz is an Illinois softball legend. | Wisconsin Athletics The Illinois Fighting Illini parted ways with softball head coach Tyra Perry on Monday. Now, a national search for a new leader by Chief Sports Officer Sara Burton has begun. Here are several standout names that could be under consideration for the role. Danielle Zymkowitz, Associate Head Coach Wisconsin Badgers Though Danielle Zymkowitz is in her ninth season with