Kee softball team plays to 15-18 season record, stays in contention for another UIC title share until the very end during 2023 campaign

The 2023 Kee softball team returned enough players with varsity letterwinning experience to more than fill a nine-player line-up, as all but two eighth graders on this season’s squad brought some veteran varsity experience to this summer’s campaign that ended up at a 15-18 season record. Having more than half of those letterwinners return with just a single year of high school softball experience as freshmen this year, and having that overall young squad play a stringent non-conference schedule that accounted for 14 of this season’s losses, kept the Lady Hawks hovering near an average result in the win-loss column for another season, but the effort they put forth this summer soared far above average and gives veteran Kee softball coach Liz Hill something to look forward to continuing to build upon.

“Throughout the season, our team displayed an unwavering work ethic, with players dedicating themselves to continuous improvement,” Coach Hill shared. “They understood the value of focusing on the little things and embraced the necessary steps to grow each day. It was no easy task, considering the challenges we faced with a roster of 11 players while simultaneously maintaining a JV schedule and finding time for regular practice sessions. Nevertheless, these determined athletes managed to make the most of their circumstances. As the season progressed, they caught glimpses of their full potential, witnessing the collective power and talent they possessed. These moments served as a reminder of their capabilities and motivated them to continue pushing forward.”

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