The Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) recognized standout performances from Indiana Tech athletes, with Michelle Farrell winning Women's Lacrosse Offensive Player of the Week, while Morgan Macek and Savannah Bravo shone in softball. Farrell secured her second award this season after scoring 11 goals in two games, including 8 against #5 Keiser. Macek, in her first WHAC honor, recorded a perfect batting average of 1.000 in a pair of games against Defiance. Bravo continued her exceptional season with a shutout win, garnering her third WHAC Pitcher of the Week title.

By the Numbers
  • Michelle Farrell: 11 goals, 1 assist, 8 goals against #5 Keiser.
  • Morgan Macek: Perfect 4 for 4 at the plate, 4 walks, 1.000 batting average.
  • Savannah Bravo: Complete game shutout, 7 strikeouts, .57 WHIP in 7 innings.
Yes, But

While these individual accolades highlight impressive performances, it raises questions about the team's consistency against top-ranked competitors and the ability to maintain this momentum through the remainder of the season.

State of Play
  • Indiana Tech's softball team continues to dominate in the WHAC, with strong performances from both new and seasoned players.
  • The lacrosse team is showing resilience, consistently challenging higher-ranked teams in their matches.
What's Next

As the conference season progresses, both teams aim to build on their recent successes while preparing for critical upcoming matches. Continued performance at this level will be crucial for playoff considerations.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Farrell, Macek, and Bravo serves as a testament to Indiana Tech's athletic talent, emphasizing the importance of individual excellence in driving team success. Maintaining this performance level will be key to achieving postseason goals.