In this June 4, 2025 file photo, Rayna Hella throws to Malia Newport to record an out in a WIAA Division 2 sectional semifinal game against Medford at Raider Field in Medford. Hella and Newport give Lakeland experience and versatility. (Photo by Brett LaBore/Lakeland Times)
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Season preview: Lady T-Bird softball building on last year’s state run
Last year’s run to the state tournament was a historic moment for the Lakeland softball program. They’re hoping to keep that momentum going forward this spring. The Thunderbirds finished fourth in last year’s Great Northern Conference standings but won four playoff games by a combined four runs to send themselves to Madison.
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