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Published On: May 3rd, 2024

MANKATO, MN – Emma Lee, a sophomore outfielder at Trine University, is aiming to bring her championship spirit to the Northwoods League. As part of the 2023 NCAA DIII National Championship team, Lee has a winning mentality that will bolster the team’s morale and give the Habaneros quite the competitive edge.

With 109 at bats so far this season, Lee has scored 34 runs, hit 7 doubles, 2 triples, and 3 home runs. Over the course of those games, she has maintained a batting average of .321, a slugging percentage of .505, and an on-base percentage of .429. On the defensive side, Lee’s perfect fielding percentage of 1.000 highlights her reliability in the outfield. With 45 putouts and 3 assists, she’s proven her ability to make crucial plays, demonstrating quick reflexes and an exceptional glove that make her a key asset.

The team’s signing of Emma Lee brings a player with proven championship experience and a track record of excellence on both offense and defense. Her presence is expected to strengthen the team’s roster and infuse a winning mentality that could propel the Habaneros throughout the season. With Lee’s impressive stats, the upcoming season promises to be an exciting one for fans and teammates alike, as the team aims for success in its first season.

 

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Leveraging the 30-year success of the Northwoods League, the first for-profit Summer Collegiate Baseball League, Northwoods League Softball (NWLS) will be the first for-profit Women’s Summer Collegiate Softball League beginning play in the Upper Midwest in the summer of 2024.  The purpose of the League will be to develop players for their college, Olympic and future professional play.  Teams will be promoted similar to minor league baseball teams, playing games in front of fans in a fun, friendly, family-oriented environment.