Montana Fouts and Odicci Alexander Give Softball a Night to Remember Featured Graham Hays - June 5, 2021. In the double elimination semifinals . FILE - In this April 6, 2019, file photo, James Madison's Odicci Alexander (3) pitches during an NCAA softball game in Chapel Hill, N.C. Alexander will continue her incredible summer by making . The 5-foot-7 senior opened her first Women's College World Series appearance by helping the unseeded Dukes beat top seed Oklahoma on Thursday. Alexander determined she didn't have time to flip it to Bernett. Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage . And Odicci Alexander's performance was simply legendary. ODICCI ALEXANDER, ARE YOU SERIOUS?! Alexander took the sports world by storm at the Women's College World Series in June when she pitched upstart James Madison to victories over No. We love you Odicci. Odicci Alexander's incredible summer will include her debut in the Athletes Unlimited professional softball league on Saturday. . 524 Comments 6.7K Shares. Then Alexander again ran into trouble in the bottom of the first . OKLAHOMA CITY — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. Alexander has been dominant during her redshirt senior season in 2021 . JMU was not going to shy away from the moment in 2021 either. Columns Graham Hays - May 31, 2021. The legend of Odicci Alexander: From a small town to college star. She boasts a 12-0 record to go along with a 0.62 ERA and 138 strikeouts in 79.0 innings . In addition to softball, Alexander competed in varsity basketball and volleyball in high school. She's a real-life superhero. Odicci Alexander was built for a Friday night under the brightest lights in softball, even if this is her first time on the stage. 5-seeded Oklahoma State with a 2-1 win. James Madison star pitcher Odicci Alexander showed tremendous reactions on an Oklahoma State suicide . A two-time Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year and former CAA Rookie of . JMU's superstar Odicci Alexander received a standing ovation at the WCWS after dragging an injured foot through the dirt with every pitch she threw. The tears started as soon as pitcher Odicci Alexander realized she had no more left to give James Madison, and in that moment, a little part of the college softball world had its hearts broken, too. James Madison's Odicci Alexander is breakout star at WCWS. You brought joy to those who watched you play! 5.8K5.8K. For five glorious days, Alexander became the story of the Women's College World Series, the ultimate underdog player taking the ultimate underdog . Odicci Alexander took the softball world by storm in her final year with James Madison University. The tears started as soon as pitcher Odicci Alexander realized she had no more left to give James Madison, and in that moment, a little part of the college softball world had its hearts broken, too. Alexander kept on pitching and the Dukes kept on winning. Play Now Football Pick'em. Alexander's 66 strikeouts are the second most in this season's NCAA tournament. The first batter Odicci Alexander faced in the biggest game of her life hit a home run. Four Takeaways From the 2021 Women's College World Series This year's women's College World Series featured thrilling finishes, another Oklahoma title and Odicci Alexander. About 400 miles of what is mostly Appalachia separates Grayson, Kentucky from South Hill, Virginia. Park View High School (South Hill) . June 5, 2021 [1:40] SHARE. So she lunged forward, and dove at David . Despite pitching like a veteran in her first start . Alexander took the sports world by storm at the Women's College World Series in June when she pitched upstart James Madison to victories over No. On July 3, hundreds of people gathered in Palmer Springs, Va. to show love for the softball superstar Odicci Alexander. By taking advantage of this extensive network, more than 92 percent of NCSA verified athletes play at the college level. Most recently in 2021, he was cast with the role of Jack Reacher in the film Amazon Prime series which is yet to be released. 5 seed Oklahoma State.Her iron will and energetic play captured the interest of millions amid . Alexander determined she didn't have time to flip it to Bernett. Odicci Alexander has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes Unlimited. Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage. Odicci Alexander, P, James Madison. Smash It Sports is proud to present tonight's game on USSSALive.com for FREE. "I'm very excited and will be forever grateful for the opportunity to continue my professional softball career and show my passion and love for the game," […] Pitcher Odicci Alexander and James Madison University's run during the NCAA Women's College World Series has unfortunately come to an end on Monday. Odicci Alexander signed with the USSSA Pride on June 13, 2021. Alexander signed with the USSSA Pride . She also made an unreal play to save the lead in the final inning that got her on SportsCenter. . Alexander determined she didn't have time to flip it to Bernett. Odicci Alexander, P/IN, James Madison University Alexander was one of the most compelling stories of the 2021 WCWS leading the Dukes to the semifinals. Odicci Alexander, the energetic pitcher who led James Madison's storybook run to the Women's College World Series semifinals, has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes . She has two older brothers and two younger sisters, and her brother, Isaiah, played basketball at Kansas State. You truly have the heart of a Lion. The Latest. Multi-home run performances garner Odicci Alexander USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Week honors. The 5 . (AP Photo . Odicci Alexander, the energetic pitcher who led James Madison's storybook run to the Women's College World Series semifinals, has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes . I am sobbing. I'm just so happy to be here and bring that fight, heart, passion, grit, all that when we play next." When you play for a school outside the Power Five conferences, you get labeled as a Cinderella. 1 seed Oklahoma to . Play Now . OKLAHOMA CITY — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. "I mean, it was amazing," said Alexander, who went 18-3 with a 1.71 ERA. "I can't say that enough. For five glorious days, Alexander became the story of the Women's College World Series, the ultimate underdog player taking the ultimate underdog . Alexander gave UCLA all it wanted two years ago in the NCAA Tournament. "Game recognizes game, and she is a . They shocked No. Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage. JMU Dukes star Odicci Alexander was hit by a pitch during a WCWS game against Oklahoma Sunday. After the 2021 season, Alexander was named Softball America . The squeeze was on. Author: 424 People Learned April 30, 2019, 1:48 p.m. (ET) Out. A two-time Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Year and former CAA Rookie of . James Madison's Odicci Alexander pitches in the first inning against Oklahoma State in an NCAA Women's College World Series softball game Friday, June 4, 2021, in Oklahoma City. So she lunged forward, and dove at David. . That wasn't an apt label for these Dukes, who were definitely not . The squeeze was on. Alexander is the first JMU softball player to be nominated for an ESPY. Odicci Alexander, the energetic pitcher who led James Madison's storybook run to the Women's College World Series semifinals, has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes . Pictured from the left are PVHS Athletic Director Jaimee Lewis Clary, sister Imileigh Alexander; grandparents WD and Emily Alexander and PVHS Principal Paige K. Lacks. Park View High School (South Hill) . Alexander took the sports world by storm at the Women's College World Series in June when she pitched upstart James Madison to victories over No. Chelsea Alexander bunted the ball right back to her. Chelsea Alexander bunted the ball right back to her. James Madison's Odicci Alexander, center, stands with teammates Lauren Bernett (22) and Lynsey Meeks (24) as she is taken out as pitcher in the fifth inning of an NCAA Women's College World Series . Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage . Freshman pitcher Odicci Alexander joins a staff that had a 1.15 ERA last year and made a Super Regional appearance. He was one. 1 seed Oklahoma and No. In that moment, Odicci Alexander had a choice: Make the play herself at the plate, or toss the ball to catcher Lauren Bernett. A three-sport athlete in basketball, volleyball, and softball out of small Boydton, North Carolina, Alexander learned to pitch by throwing against a well in her grandparents' backyard. Alexander was the 2021 Women's College World Series "Cinderella story" and . Odicci Alexander. Alexander and Ford are two of JMU's most decorated pitchers in program history, both . Odicci Alexander (born April 2, 1998) is an American professional and former collegiate All-American softball two-way pitcher for the USSSA Pride.She was the starting pitcher for James Madison University from 2017 to 2021, leading the team to their first-ever Women's College World Series in 2021 and making it to the semi-finals. Watch Odicci Alexander's game-saving diving tag, from every angle. Alexander majored in Sport and Recreation Management at James Madison University. After not being heavily recruited in high school, she finished her collegiate career on the biggest stage in college softball at the Women's College World Series. Story Links BRISTOL, Conn. --- Odicci Alexander of James Madison softball has been nominated for an Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Award in the category Best College Athlete, Women's Sports after her outstanding performance in the circle, as announced by the committee on Wednesday morning. Eventually, she came ready. James Madison pitcher . ESPN2. In that moment, Odicci Alexander had a choice: Make the play herself at the plate, or toss the ball to catcher Lauren Bernett. Deserving of the WCWS MVP and transcendent of her sport — I just couldn't not vote for that. play 1:05. Story Links OKLAHOMA CITY - James Madison alumnae Odicci Alexander and Jailyn Ford have been invited to participate in the 2022 USA Softball Women's National Team (WNT) Selection Trials to be held January 1-6 at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach, Florida, USA Softball announced Saturday. Alexander gained national attention when she held No. Alexander took the sports world by storm at the Women's College World Series in June when she pitched upstart James Madison to victories over No. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college . Their star pitcher pitched another complete game and only gave up three hits, while striking out two. Former James Madison star pitcher Odicci Alexander has signed on with the professional fastpitch softball team USSSA Pride. OKLAHOMA CITY — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. The resulting foot injury caused the Dukes pitcher's toenails to fall off. Odicci Alexander, P/IN, James Madison University Alexander was one of the most compelling stories of the 2021 WCWS leading the Dukes to the semifinals. 1 seed Oklahoma and No. "Rest up, just keep embracing each and every one of these moments," Alexander said. Former JMU pitcher Odicci Alexander has been drafted to the USSSA Pride confirmed by Terence Tarrer, Alexander's marketer, and seen on the JMU Nation Facebook page. Now, it's clear . The tears started as soon as pitcher Odicci Alexander realized she had no more left to give James Madison, and in that moment, a little part of the college softball world had its hearts broken, too. So . Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. 1 seed Oklahoma and No. She boasts a 12-0 record to go along with a 0.62 ERA and 138 strikeouts in 79.0 innings . Five things to know about James Madison's star pitcher Odicci Alexander. Eager to go where her life's path leads. Alexander determined she didn't have time to flip it to Bernett. Boseman didn't just play one. Alexander is the main reason James Madison needs just one victory Sunday to reach the best-of-three championship series. VIERA, FL. After a great opening to her 2020 senior campaign, Odicci Alexander saw the softball season at James Madison University come to an abrupt end with the team holding a 13-6 record before the COVID-19 pandemic came along. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. She collected herself as teammates built her up. Share. In that moment, Odicci Alexander had a choice: Make the play herself at the plate, or toss the ball to catcher Lauren Bernett. 5 seed Oklahoma State.Her iron will and energetic play captured the interest of millions amid . Alexander lived up to Dean's expectations in her first start as she struck out eight batters in six innings and earned her first collegiate victory in the Dukes' 13-3 win. James Madison's Odicci Alexander is breakout star at WCWS. (June 17, 2021) - Watch 2021 Softball America Pitcher of the Year Odicci Alexander make her professional debut tonight with the USSSA Pride after signing earlier this week. So . Odicci Alexander '16 Recruiting Profile. At 23 . Odicci Alexander burst onto the national scene as one of the best pitchers in softball during the 2021 Women's College World Series. Odicci Alexander, the energetic pitcher who led James Madison's storybook run to the Women's College World Series semifinals, has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes Unlimited. In that moment, Odicci Alexander had a choice: Make the play herself at the plate, or toss the ball to catcher Lauren Bernett. JMU's Alexander receives ovation upon exit. Scotland David came running for home. Eustis softball pitcher Libby Levendoski has verbally committed to play and attend the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York and NCAA Pitcher of the Year Odicci Alexander is coming to Lake . By taking advantage of this extensive network, more than 92 percent of NCSA verified athletes play at the college level. Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage . James Madison sensational pitcher Odicci Alexander made an athletic play to tag out the potential tying run in a wild seventh inning to hand the Oklahoma State Cowgirls their first loss in the 2021 Women's College World Series. For most of four-plus decades of the Women's College World Series, it was a part of the map as relevant to elite softball as the Sahara . Softball. James Madison catcher Lauren Bernett (22) and pitcher Odicci Alexander (3) celebrate their 2-1 win over Missouri during a NCAA softball game on Friday, May 28, 2021 in Columbia, Mo. 5 seed Oklahoma State.Her iron will and energetic play captured the interest of millions amid . The network is available to high school student-athletes around the country through valued relationships with the NFLPA, FBU, NFCA and SPIRE. James Madison pitcher Odicci Alexander threw 1,057 pitches to help the Dukes become the 1st unranked team to advance to the Women's College World Series to . In many ways, Odicci Alexander is one, too. You are the epitome of fight, effort, toughness and all with grace & beauty as well. JMU's ace took a minute. For five glorious days, Alexander became the story of the Women's College World Series, the ultimate underdog player taking the ultimate underdog . Odicci Alexander's incredible summer will include her debut in the Athletes Unlimited professional softball league on Saturday. James Madison's Odicci Alexander Right Where She Belongs. The pitcher burst onto the scene when she threw complete game victories for James Madison against No. #WCWS #SCtop10 x JMU Softball. 6/4/2021 — James Madison's Odicci Alexander dives and tags the runner out at home plate after Oklahoma State tries to squeeze bunt the potential game-tying r. Alexander, now 2-0 in the Women's College World Series, was a three-sport star in high school. Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. For five glorious days, Alexander became the story of the Women's College World . Alexander is a two-way star who owns a .367 batting average while dominating in the circle as a pitcher. Alexander struck out the next batter on three pitches. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. After a great opening to her 2020 senior campaign, Odicci Alexander saw the softball season at James Madison University come to an abrupt end with the team holding a 13-6 record before the COVID-19 pandemic came along. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Back in her high school days, James Madison's Odicci Alexander wasn't sure she was good enough to play college softball. Maxwell is best known for his role in lost in space, a family man, and sense 8. She is now the third former Duke who's signed with this league, including Jailyn Ford (2013-16) and Megan Good (2015 . But the exceptional play and out doesn't mean much if you don't follow it up. She was the Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year and finished the 2021 season with a 1.71 ERA and 204 strikeouts in 143 2/3 innings. Now, it's clear she belongs on the big stage. Alexander is a two-way star who owns a .367 batting average while dominating in the circle as a pitcher. Odicci Alexander receives a standing ovation from the crowd after enduring a tough fifth inning against Oklahoma. Odicci Alexander's incredible summer will include her debut in the Athletes Unlimited professional softball league on Saturday. Odicci Alexander's incredible summer will include her debut in the Athletes Unlimited professional softball league on Saturday. In 2020, he played the role of Joseph Bell . HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - James Madison's Odicci Alexander ranks among the best college softball pitchers in the nation. Odicci Alexander, P, James Madison When you play for a school outside the Power Five conferences, you get labeled as a Cinderella. That wasn't an apt label for these Dukes, who were definitely not a fluke. Maxwell Jenkins is a 16-year-old American actor who has worked for films and television series. Odicci Alexander, the energetic pitcher who led James Madison's storybook run to the Women's College World Series semifinals, has signed a contract to play professional softball for Athletes Unlimited. Eager to go where her life's path leads. . She left the field Monday afternoon to a standing ovation. 5 seed Oklahoma State.Her iron will and energetic play captured the interest of millions amid . Park View High School standout Odicci Alexander recently signed her national letter of intent to play softball at James Madison University. The one after that fanned on four pitches. Even Oklahoma's own ace, Giselle Juarez, praised Alexander for her performance after the game. Scotland David came running for home. Eustis softball pitcher Libby Levendoski has verbally committed to play and attend the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York and NCAA Pitcher of the Year Odicci Alexander is coming to Lake . Odicci Alexander was up for the task, and the Dukes are now just one win away from going to the WCWS championship series. In limiting Oklahoma to a season-low three runs — after it led the nation with 11.1 runs per game this season — James Madison pitcher Odicci Alexander lived up to every bit of the hype she garnered during a redshirt senior season in which she led the mid-major to its first Women's College World Series (WCWS) appearance. Odicci Alexander leaves 2021 WCWS as 'baller' and legend. 1 . She was the Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year and finished the 2021 season with a 1.71 ERA and 204 strikeouts in 143 2/3 innings. The network is available to high school student-athletes around the country through valued relationships with the NFLPA, FBU, NFCA and SPIRE. Odicci Alexander '16 Recruiting Profile. Jenni Carlson: Jenni can be reached at 405-475-4125 or jcarlson@oklahoman.com. She went 7-3 in the tournament, only losing to a ranked Missouri team and twice to topranked OU. The tears started as soon as pitcher Odicci Alexander realized she had no more left to give James Madison, and in that moment, a little part of the college softball world had its hearts broken, too. 1 seed Oklahoma and No.
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