It was Topil’s two-run homer that lifted the Bulldogs to an exhilarating 10-8 walk-off win over Midland to close a long Friday that included three win-or-go-home victories at the 2014 GPAC softball championships. Ultimately, Topil’s heroics clinched a spot in the 40-team 2014 NAIA Softball National Championship Opening Round and a place in Saturday’s GPAC title affair with Morningside (12 p.m.).
Featured StoryCrete native Camry Moore had really risen to star status in 2020 over the first 14 games of the softball season. She answered a variety of questions in a Q&A with Concordia Athletic Communications.
Featured StoryBefore the 2020 season was brought to a halt, the Bulldogs had confirmed what Shawn Semler believed. This team was the real deal. Concordia displayed a mix of talent and chemistry in a hot start.
Wednesday’s conference-opening softball doubleheader brings plenty of pizazz as two schools off to program record starts clash at Plum Creek Park in Seward. Concordia (14-3) hosts Doane (17-4) at 3 p.m. today (March 26) in matchup of the GPAC’s top teams in terms of overall winning percentage.
A successful spring break in Kissimmee, Fla., ended on Thursday with a close loss to a nationally-ranked foe and then a 5-4 win with the help of Camry Moore's homer. The Bulldogs went 7-1 on the trip.
The Concordia University softball team brought less offensive flair to Wednesday’s games than it did two days earlier. No matter, another tripleheader of games saw three more wins as first-year head coach Todd LaVelle’s Bulldogs moved to 6-0 on the young season. Even while shuffling around the lineup with youngsters and new faces, Concordia found ways to defeat Valley City State (N.D.) and Purdue North-Central (Ind.) by identical 6-4 scores and then Presentation (S.D.) by a 3-2 final.
Concordia paraded around the bases on Wednesday (March 11), totaling 31 runs on 33 hits in wins over Michigan-Dearborn and Fisher. Hhana Haro and the Bulldogs (11-1) have won eight in a row.
Hhana Haro stayed hot at the plate, Zoe Flores whirled a shutout in the circle and the winning streak continued for Concordia softball. The Bulldogs are 9-1 after taking wins over Carlow and Hannibal LaGrange.
After a slow start on Sunday (March 8), the Bulldogs regrouped and defeated Lawrence Tech and Florida National as they began their spring break trip. Concordia is 7-1 overall.
Spring break will be spent in Kissimmee, Fla., for the Bulldog softball team. Coach Shawn Semler's squad will play eight times from March 8 - 12. Concordia is 5-1 overall after two wins at York College.
Featured StoryWith softball season just around the corner, three Crete High School alums are looking forward to another season as teammates. Jamie Lefebure, MacKinsey Schmidt and Camry Moore all call Concordia home.
Featured StoryThe Bulldog softball team got acquainted with new head coach Shawn Semler during a successful fall season. A more experienced bunch went a perfect 7-0 during its fall exhibition run.
Featured StoryHead coach Todd LaVelle has a high standard for the Bulldog softball program. While wrapping up the 2018 campaign that finished with a .500 record, LaVelle discussed how 2019 could be different.
Featured StoryComing off a 34-win season (second best in school history), the Bulldogs will have a new-look lineup and pitching staff this season. Head coach Todd LaVelle's squad will be anchored by junior 2B Leah Kalkwarf.
Featured StoryKenna Heath has gone from Bluejay to Cougar to Bulldog. Says Kenna, "God really showed me that I needed to do something different and I am working on trusting Him and His plan for me." Kenna joined the softball team at semester.
Featured StorySaid Crete softball coach Shawn Carr, "All the little kids in Crete say they want to be Camry, my daughter included." Added Concordia softball coach Todd LaVelle, "Cam's one of those kids that makes your day a little bit brighter."
Featured StoryIn the community and on the diamond, the 2017-18 Concordia softball team is working to uphold a winning culture. The results so far this fall have been promising for a youthful squad led by captain Leah Kalkwarf.
Featured StoryThe 2017 Concordia softball team provided plenty of memorable moments during a 34-win campaign. It was a solid send off for a senior class headlined by first team all-conference pitcher Michaela Woodward.
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From day one, Michaela Woodward proved herself as a winner. After a legendary effort as a freshman at the 2015 GPAC tournament, Woodward has continued to elevate her game. She departs early to pursue a nursing career.
Featured StoryA new approach has helped senior Megan Ruppert shine in her second season as a Bulldog. Ruppert has led the team in batting average while playing a sparkling center field. She is a transfer from McCook CC.
