Blogging at the NCAA Softball World Series

The Greyhound softball team has advanced to the NCAA Division II Softball Championships in Salem, Va. as UIndy tries to earn its first national championship. While the softball team is in action, the men's golf team is in its national tournament and the track teams are in San Angelo, Texas for the D-II Outdoor meet.

All said, a lot going on in the world of UIndy athletics. We're going to try to capture the complete picture of the championships here in Virginia--more than just the games. The team has embarked on a week-long journey that will create lasting memories. Look here each day for an update.

TUESDAY
8:00 am- The Hounds load the bus outside Nicoson Hall, but not before Head Baseball Coach Gary Vaught offers his well-wishes and gives a nice motivational speech. Head Football Coach Joe Polizzi and Associate Athletic Director Matt Donovan are also on hand to greet Coach Melissa Frost-Fisher and send them on their way.

1:30pm- The bus stops at a Chili's in Huntingon, W.V. for lunch. The team seems loose, but focused. The waiter asks "Who do you want to face/not want to face?" After a very brief pause, Lindsey Gustine offers: "They don't want to face us".

5:00pm- Getting close to the hotel in Roanoke, Va. Unfortunately, they have found the wireless mic. Well, I shouldn't say unfortunately, because we all got a good laugh from it. Jenny Swanson offers up a stunning rendition of a Cher classic... Cat Sampson "pumps up the jam"...

5:30pm- We pull into the hotel and our host family greets us. They've done their best to make the team feel welcome, and this sign posted out front in the lobby is witness to the details these people have gone to in that regard.

7:30pm- Surprise. A dinner at Olive Garden. It was the same recipe for the NCAA Regionals and the NCAA Super Regionals...

10:00pm- Lights out. An early practice tomorrow morning followed by a BBQ, community service and a formal banquet at night.