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Michigan's Carol Hutchins and the 'Hutch Bunch' aren't taking softball setback sitting down

Michigan softball coach Carol Hutchins and her team have adapted quickly to the new normal of video chats as a way to stay engaged while also maintaining some level of competitiveness.

It was crushing news for all college spring sport athletes, as well as those participating in winter postseason events, when their seasons were canceled last month as the country continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. The Michigan softball and baseball teams were just getting ready to begin their home schedules last month when the decision was made.

The softball coaches and players have found inventive ways to continue communicating while encouraging the athletes, who are completing their semesters with online class, to stay in shape.