CNU And MC Softball Ranked Nationally

April 1, 2004 – The National Fastpitch Coaches Association has announced its first Top 25 of the regular season and two USA South teams are among those honored.  Christopher Newport has been ranked sixth, while Methodist came in 15th.  The NFCA Division III Top 25 is voted on by eight NCAA Division IIII head coaches representing the eight NCAA regions.  The records for the poll are as of March 28. 

The Captains started the year unranked in the pre-season Top 25, but jumped up to the sixth spot after starting the season 22-4.  This is the highest the team has ever been ranked.  The Captains are currently 24-4, including 11-1 in the Conference.

The Monarchs were ranked 12th in the pre-season Top 25.  They slid to 15th after starting 16-8 on the year.  The Monarchs are currently 17-9, including 5-1 in USA South action. 

The complete Division III Top 25 can be found on the NFCA's website.