Though Northwestern Softball suffered its worst series yet this past weekend, going 1-2 at Minnesota, the ‘Cats’ efforts throughout the season were enough to earn its eighth B1G regular-season title and a host of conference honors.
Tuesday morning, the Big Ten announced Rachel Lewis as Player of the Year — the first Wildcat to do so since previous home run record holder Tammy Williams in 2009. Danielle Williams earned Pitcher of the Year by unanimous decision, and Kate Drohan was named Coach of the Year as well.
Five Wildcats achieved First Team All-Big Ten Honors, including Hannah Cady, Nikki Cuchran and Jordyn Rudd along with unanimous selections in Williams and Lewis.