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Freshman Fournier pitches Tufts softball into Division 3 World Series

Her 2009 squad was almost expected to advance to the Division 3 College World Series, given all of its experience. This season, however, has been a pleasant surprise for Cheryl Pinzino and the women’s softball program at Tufts University. The Jumbos are headed to the Series for second time in four years after capturing the Willimantic Regional title this past weekend with a perfect 4-0 record. Tufts (40-5) will open play in the double-elimination tourney Friday against Roanoke in Salem, Va.

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