“The most important thing in my life is to share The Word, share The Gospel, live in eternity in heaven…”
- Pittsburgh Pirates & MLB’s #1 prospect Konnor Griffin
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And Skenes, a 23-year-old who carries himself like a 10-year veteran, can't get past the way Griffin conducts himself as a teenager.
"Goes to church every Sunday, doesn't cuss, doesn't do any of that stuff, married at 19," Skenes said. "It's not common, but nothing about him is common. Everything screams uncommon. And if you want to be uncommon, you want to do uncommon things, it starts with thinking uncommon -- and he does that."
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Sip➡️Burgh 💛🖤💛
Now in my momma voice, if you can’t say something nice don’t say nothing at all! Y’all gotta let him grow and show him some grace!!
Let’s GO BUCS!!
VICTORY! Grizzlies close out the NFCA Leadoff Classic with a win. Head Coach Kat Ihlenburg collects her 500th coaching victory.
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WEEKEND OPENER! Grizzlies begin their trip to Columbus, Ga. for the NFCA Leadoff Classic with a pair of games this afternoon.
🥎 - 1 & 3:30 PM
📍 - Columbus, Ga.
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Deep Unit to Roam the Softball Outfield This Spring. Grizzlies return two all-conference performers from last season’s semifinal squad.
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No. 4 Softball Facing Quality Opponents Throughout 2026 Schedule, Playing in NFCA Leadoff Classic. Grizzlies begin the season with eight straight home games.
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Too many athletes get caught up chasing the label instead of the opportunity. Yes, D1 gets the spotlight—but playing college softball at any level is an incredible accomplishment. It’s a chance to keep competing, to grow as a player and person, and to continue doing what you love while earning a degree.
Every level offers something unique. What matters most is finding the right fit—a program that values you, a team where you can thrive, and a school that supports your academic and athletic goals.
Don’t let ego or comparison steal the joy from your journey. If you have the heart, the work ethic, and the love for the game, then any level of college softball is a blessing. Keep grinding. Stay humble. Be open-minded. And remember—this is your dream, not someone else’s standard.
Players
Bring attention to yourself.
Stand out.
Be noticed.
How?
Keep your mouth shut.
Play hard.
Play with energy.
Play with toughness.
Wear the uniform right.
Don't show boat when you do something good.
Don't hang your head when something doesn't go your way.
Be a great teammate.
Play with class.
Respect your opponents.
While others act like fools, you act like a real player that's been raised right and respects the game.