Northwestern's Kralik and Dordt's Rule named GPAC Softball Players of the Week
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Northwestern softball's Kate Kralik and Dordt softball's Brooke Rule have been named GPAC Softball Players of the Week for week 12.
Northwestern senior pitcher Kate Kralik earned her 3rd honor of conference Pitcher of the Week after striking out 11 batters in a 3-0 week. The Indianola native threw 14 innings, compiling an ERA of 1.50. The Red Raider is currently second in the GPAC with 135 strikeouts this season.
Dordt senior outfielder Brook Rule earned the title of conference Player of the Week after stealing four bases and batting .714 last week with 8 runs scored.
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