Michigan State Softball Hosts Illini Series with Historic Reunion and Strong Performances
Michigan State softball is back at home for a three-game series against Illinois while hosting a reunion for the 2004 B1G Championship team this weekend.
By the Numbers- The 2004 Spartans finished 36-26, upsetting top-seeded Michigan, fourth-seeded Northwestern, and second-seeded Illinois to win the B1G Tournament.
- Illinois is 16-25 overall and #96 in the NCAA RPI rankings, with key players like Kelly Ryono hitting .348 with seven home runs.
Michigan State suffered a 5-1 loss in a recent game against Michigan, despite a standout performance by pitcher Madison Taylor.
State of Play- Michigan State ranks #42 nationally in home runs per game, with four players hitting double-digit home runs this season.
- Sophomore Hannah Hawley leads the Spartans with a .341 batting average and a .691 slugging percentage.
Michigan State will face Rutgers in a three-game series at home on April 26-28.
Bottom LineMichigan State softball gears up for a home series against Illinois, reminiscing the underdog victory of the 2004 B1G Championship team, while maintaining a competitive spirit with a focus on upcoming matchups.
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