How Karen Weekly's bold infield change sent Tennessee softball back to WCWS
Karen Weekly made a significant infield change for the Tennessee softball team, shifting players around before the NCAA regionals. This bold move led to improved defense and offensive performance, allowing the Lady Vols to sweep their way to the Women's College World Series. They will face the winner of Texas and Arizona State in their opening game on May 28.
- ▪Karen Weekly shifted the entire infield except for shortstop Bella Faw before the NCAA regionals.
- ▪The change included moving Maddi Rutan out of the lineup and placing Makenzie Butt at first base.
- ▪Tennessee swept both regionals and super regionals, advancing to their third Women's College World Series in four years.
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