On the upcoming 50th anniversary of Title IX, professional softball opportunities remain unequal
By Molly Keshin Medill Reports In the middle of Akron, Ohio, Kelley Montalvo and her teammates stood in yet another Chick-fil-A to pass out flyers promoting their next softball game. Some would take the paper and show genuine interest, while others feigned support until they got to the garbage can to throw it out. But […]
For Chicago Red Stars defender Arin Wright, being a professional soccer player requires juggling more than just a ball
By Molly Keshin Medill Reports Two years ago, Arin Wright was rushing through the airport for the Chicago Red Stars’ first travel trip of the year. Not only were her bags filled with soccer equipment, but her hands were also occupied with a crib, diaper bag, stroller and too many baby bottles to count. And, […]
Duke Blue Devils topple top-5 ranked Oklahoma State in 4-0 shutout
By Molly Keshin Medill Reports TEMPE, Ariz. — The young Duke softball program, in only its fifth year, experienced a lot of firsts last season: its first ACC Championship victory, first NCAA tournament appearance and first All-American in senior infielder Deja Davis. However, with their 4-0 victory over the No. 5-ranked Oklahoma State Cowgirls Friday […]
