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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Massey, Blank named to Lovelace All-Tournament Team

Megan Blank and Kayla Massey have been named to the 2013 Lovelace Invitational All-Tournament Softball Team after their performances in the tournament over the weekend.

Massey excelled both at the plate and on the mound in Denton, Texas, helping Iowa to a 4-1 record and the Lovelace Invitational Title. The junior finished the weekend with a 0.39 ERA in three appearances to the mound — two starts and once in relief. Massey allowed just 8 hits in 18 innings and surrendered just 1 earned run while striking out 14.

Massey also led the tournament in batting average, notching a .500 average from the plate. She tallied six hits, including 2 RBIs, 1 run scored, and her first career home run.

Blank just barely trailed her teammate with another stellar performance at the plate, hitting .400 for the tournament. The sophomore recorded 6 hits, 3 RBIs, and a home run — the game-winning long ball against Oklahoma State on Feb. 15.

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