Emily Killion Leads Ferris State Softball Program Resurgence
Dundee native and senior catcher Emily Killion has been instrumental in the transformation of Ferris State University's softball program over the past four seasons. Since joining the team in 2023, Killion has witnessed the Bulldogs evolve from a struggling squad with 23 wins to a consistent contender, culminating in a 37-20 record and an appearance in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament finals in 2026. Although the team narrowly lost to Saginaw Valley and missed the NCAA Division II Tournament bid, the season marked their hottest streak with 11 consecutive victories. Under head coach Jake Schumann, who took over in 2023, the program has emphasized structured coaching and strategic recruiting, integrating high-impact freshmen like GLIAC Freshman of the Year winners Jadyn Joseph and Alexis Kozlowski. Killion, an All-GLIAC Second Team selection in her sophomore year, credits the team's success to improved organization, honest communication, and strong team chemistry. The article highlights the steady growth of the program, noting increased win totals each year and a solidified foundation for future competitiveness within Division II softball.
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Emily Killion Leads Ferris State Softball Program Resurgence
Dundee native and senior catcher Emily Killion has been instrumental in the transformation of Ferris State University's softball program over the past four seasons. Since joining the team in 2023, Killion has witnessed the Bulldogs evolve from a struggling squad with 23 wins to a consistent contender, culminating in a 37-20 record and an appearance in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament finals in 2026. Although the team narrowly lost to Saginaw Valley and missed the NCAA Division II Tournament bid, the season marked their hottest streak with 11 consecutive victories. Under head coach Jake Schumann, who took over in 2023, the program has emphasized structured coaching and strategic recruiting, integrating high-impact freshmen like GLIAC Freshman of the Year winners Jadyn Joseph and Alexis Kozlowski. Killion, an All-GLIAC Second Team selection in her sophomore year, credits the team's success to improved organization, honest communication, and strong team chemistry. The article highlights the steady growth of the program, noting increased win totals each year and a solidified foundation for future competitiveness within Division II softball.
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