Tag: Katie Wingert

Rutgers softball sees Katie Wingert makes history over the weekend

Katie Wingert sets a Rutgers softball program record.

Over the last five years, Katie Wingert has been a critical part of the Rutgers softball program. That continued over the weekend as Rutgers won its series over Michigan State. As the offense impressed, Wingert wrote her name into the record books during a weekend that featured two Big Ten wins for the program.

While Rutgers dropped the last game of the series, Wingert gave her teammates a reason to celebrate. She drove in the only run of the day for Rutgers, giving her 146 RBI in her career, a new program record. Wingert surpassed Sharron Morris who played for Rutgers from 1993-1996. For the talented catcher, it is a moment she will never forget.

Although Wingert’s date with history came during a loss, it provided a reminder of how important she is. This season, the Cumberland High School product has driven in 41 runs, only four short of her career high. The only player who has been more productive with runners in scoring position has been Morgan Smith. 

T6 | Scarlet Knights get on the scoreboard as Katie Wingert becomes Rutgers’ career RBI leader 👏#GoRU #RUSB #Team50 pic.twitter.com/xlOzaJmCPA

— Rutgers Softball (@RUSoftball) April 28, 2024

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As Rutgers prepares for Big Ten Tournament play, they will need Wingert to build on her success. In 51 games this year, Wingert has added 41 hits, including 12 home runs, to her resume. Over the next few weeks, she will be looking to etch her name into the record books further while ending her college career with a few playoff wins. 

Rutgers softball: Katie Wingert providing a spark offensively

Katie Wingert is helping Rutgers softball early in the season.

With the softball season underway, Rutgers is off to a solid start with a 6-4 record. While they have gotten contributions throughout the roster, Katie Wingert has been on fire at the plate. The talented catcher has been a hits machine and key to Rutgers success.

Through 30 at-bats, Wingert has posted a .433 batting average and driven in a team-high 14 runs. She has also shown some power, as nine of her 13 hits have gone for extra bases. With her in the heart of the order, Rutgers offense has been hard to stop.

 

Additionally, she has already added three multi-hit games to her resume. That includes two three-hit performances, one against Colgate and one against Houston. In games that the Cumberland Valley High School product has driven in at least one run, Rutgers is 5-1.

As Rutgers looks to continue its winning ways, Wingert will be relied on heavily. She has been the best player by a wide margin offensively the last two weeks and has shown no signs of slowing down. She also hasn’t had to rely on her power to make an impact.

While the regular season is far from over, Wingert is already showing that the 2024 campaign may be one of her best.

Rutgers athletics continues impressive start to February

Over the last few weeks, fans of Rutgers athletics have had plenty to be excited about

Over the last few weeks, fans of Rutgers athletics have had plenty to be excited about. Men’s basketball has looked like a different team, while women’s basketball has looked more competitive and added a few conference wins to their resume. However, they are not the only teams having success.

Baseball season is officially underway and the Scarlet Knights won their first series of the season. Tony Maria was vital to their success with seven RBI in his first two games. Rutgers softball has also gotten off to an impressive start with a 6-4 record in their first ten games.

 

While February is already halfway over, Rutgers athletics have shown no signs of slowing down. After a winter full of ups and downs, their recent success has been a welcomed change of pace. Over the next few weeks, their success should continue.

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Rutgers softball improved to 5-1 with a 2-0 victory over Army

Rutgers softball (5-1) kicks off the Panther Invitational Miami, Florida, on Friday with a 2-0 victory over Army (0-5).

Rutgers softball (5-1) kicks off the Panther Invitational Miami, Florida, on Friday with a 2-0 victory over Army (0-5). The Scarlet Knights game against Army is one of two scheduled games for Friday, with the second being against No. 10 Duke.

The Scarlet Knights jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first inning and never looked back. Rutgers catcher Katie Wingert and left-fielder Jillian Anderson produced two doubles in the first innings to give the Scarlet Knights the 2-0 lead.

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The Scarlet Knights struggled at the plate throughout the game, recording only four hits and five walks, but those four hits produced enough runs to surpass the Black Knights.

Rutgers held the Black Knights scoreless throughout the game, with pitcher Mattie Boyd striking out nine batters. Boyd pitched seven innings, allowing two walks and no hits. The Sachse, Texas native picked up her third win on the season with her victory over Army.

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Rutgers will try to continue their winning momentum as they take on Duke in their second game on Friday in the Panther Invitational.

 

 

Rutgers Jeremiah Williams and Katie Wingert wins Big Ten Player of the Week honors

Rutgers Jeremiah Williams and Katie Wingert received Big Ten Player of the Week honors for their performances last week.

Rutgers basketball Jeremiah Williams and Rutgers softball Katie Wingert received Big Ten Player of the Week honors for their performances last week.

Since he became eligible on February 3, Williams has immediately impacted the Rutgers basketball lineup, averaging 16 points, five rebounds, and four assists in Rutgers’ two victories at Maryland and over No. 11 Wisconsin last week.

Rutgers is 3-0 since the redshirt junior has returned to action, capturing a 69-59 victory against Michigan in William’s return. William recorded ten points and six rebounds in 29 minutes in the victory over Michigan. The Chicago, Illinois native has started all three games since his return and scored double-digits in all three victories.

Williams is the third-ever player at Rutgers to win the Big Ten Player of the Week Award, with Cam Spencer receiving the award in 2023 and Geo Baker winning it twice in the previous two seasons.

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As for Wingert, the Rutgers softball catcher had a stellar performance last week, recording eight hits in five games for the Scarlet Knights. She logged 10 RBIs and five home runs, guiding Rutgers to a 4-1 record. In five games, Wingert has registered a .444 batting average while only striking out once in 18 at-bats.

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Behind the plate, the Rutgers Grad Student has recorded 23 putouts while holding a .958 fielding percentage. Wingert’s best performance came on Saturday when she recorded two hits, three RBIs, and two home runs in a winning effort over Colegate.

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