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Monica Abbott named to SEC 2024 Class of Women’s Legends

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott named to SEC 2024 Class of Women’s Legends.

Former Lady Vols’ pitcher Monica Abbott has been announced as a member of the 2024 Class of Women’s Legends.

Abbott played at Tennessee from 2004-07. While pitching for the Lady Vols, she recorded 10 wins in the College World Series and pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games in her illustrious career.

In four years, Abbott compiled a 189-34 record, 0.79 ERA and 2,440 strikeouts. She became the first pitcher in NCAA Division I softball to record 500 strikeouts in four different seasons.

Class of Women’s Legends showcases student-athletes and coaches from 14 SEC schools and began in 2001.

The 2024 class will be honored at the women’s basketball SEC Tournament, March 6-10, in Greenville, South Carolina.

PHOTOS: Monica Abbott through the years

Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire

Twitter reaction to Monica Abbott returning to Tennessee

A look at social media buzz for former Lady Vols’ pitcher Monica Abbott returning to Tennessee.

Former Lady Vol pitcher Monica Abbott returned to Tennessee, Friday-Monday.

She threw out the first pitch ahead of Friday’s Tennessee-Vanderbilt baseball game, as well as the Tennessee-Florida softball series finale on Monday.

Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in college softball history.

She appeared in 253 games, starting 206 contests, with the Lady Vols, and had a 189-34 career record. Abbott totaled 112 shutouts, 16 saves, 178 complete games, 2,440 strikeouts and a 0.79 ERA at Tennessee.

The former Lady Vol pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her collegiate career. She led the Lady Vols to three consecutive Women’s College World Series appearances (2005-07).

Abbott’s No. 7 jersey was retired by the University of Tennessee on March 23, 2013.

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Below is social media buzz of Abbott’s return to Tennessee.

PHOTOS: Monica Abbott’s first pitch at Lady Vols’ softball game

PHOTOS: A look at Monica Abbott’s first pitch at the Lady Vols’ softball game

No. 4 Tennessee (38-5, 16-2) defeated No. 13 Florida (32-14, 8-10 SEC), 10-6, Monday at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.

The win completed a series sweep for the Lady Vols against Florida.

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott threw the first pitch ahead of the series finale.

Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in college softball history.

She appeared in 253 games, starting 206 contests, with the Lady Vols, and had a 189-34 career record. Abbott totaled 112 shutouts, 16 saves, 178 complete games, 2,440 strikeouts and a 0.79 ERA at Tennessee.

The former Lady Vol pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her collegiate career. She led the Lady Vols to three consecutive Women’s College World Series appearances (2005-07).

Abbott’s No. 7 jersey was retired by the University of Tennessee on March 23, 2013.

Below are photos of Abbott throwing out the first pitch.

PHOTOS: Monica Abbott throws first pitch at Tennessee-Vanderbilt baseball game

PHOTOS: Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott throws first pitch at the Tennessee-Vanderbilt baseball game

No. 20 Tennessee (24-14, 6-10 SEC) defeated No. 4 Vanderbilt (29-9, 13-3 SEC), 4-3 in 12 innings, on Friday at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.

Griffin Merritt hit a walk-off home run in the 12th inning for Tennessee’s series-opening victory.

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott threw the first pitch ahead of the Tennessee-Vanderbilt game.

Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in college softball history.

She appeared in 253 games, starting 206 contests, with the Lady Vols, and had a 189-34 career record. Abbott totaled 112 shutouts, 16 saves, 178 complete games, 2,440 strikeouts and a 0.79 ERA at Tennessee.

The former Lady Vol pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her collegiate career. She led the Lady Vols to three consecutive Women’s College World Series appearances (2005-07).

Abbott’s No. 7 jersey was retired by the University of Tennessee on March 23, 2013.

Below are photos of Abbott throwing out the first pitch.

Monica Abbott to throw first pitch at Tennessee-Vanderbilt baseball game

Former Lady Vol pitcher Monica Abbott to throw first pitch at the Tennessee-Vanderbilt baseball game.

Former Lady Vol pitcher Monica Abbott is scheduled to return to Tennessee.

Abbott will make several appearances April 22-24 in Knoxville. She has a newly released book “Rise & Shine: The Monica Abbott Story.”

Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in college softball history.

She appeared in 253 games, starting 206 contests, with the Lady Vols, and had a 189-34 career record. Abbott totaled 112 shutouts, 16 saves, 178 complete games, 2,440 strikeouts and a 0.79 ERA at Tennessee.

The former Lady Vol pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her collegiate career. She led the Lady Vols to three consecutive Women’s College World Series appearances (2005-07).

Abbott’s No. 7 jersey was retired by the University of Tennessee on March 23, 2013.

PHOTOS: Monica Abbott through the years

Monica Abbott’s schedule of appearances

Friday, April 21

9 a.m. EDT – Women’s Alliance speaking event (invitation only event)
3-4:30 p.m. EDT – Meet and greet at Union Avenue Books
5:50 p.m. EDT – First pitch – Tennessee baseball versus Vanderbilt

Saturday, April 22

4 p.m. EDT – Tennessee softball alumni day versus Florida

Sunday, April 23

5-6:30 p.m. EDT – Book signing at Regal Soccer Stadium (Open to Sunday game ticket holders only)
7 p.m. EDT – Tennessee softball versus Florida

Monday, April 24

8:30 a.m. EDT – Sports Animal radio show from Long’s Drug Store
6:50 p.m. EDT – On-field recognition and first pitch
7 p.m. EDT – Tennessee softball versus Florida

Team USA, Monica Abbott wins World Championship

Team USA and Monica Abbott wins World Championship.

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott earned a win for Team USA in its 3-2 victory over Japan Wednesday.

Team USA won the championship at the World Games in Birmingham, Alabama.

Abbott relieved starter Ally Carda and pitched four innings. She allowed two runs, seven hits and two walks, while striking out three.

Abbott recorded 102 pitches, totaling 65 strikes, against 24 batters.

She competed for Team USA during the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, winning a silver medal as the sport returned after a 12-year hiatus.

Abbott and Team USA won a silver medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

With the Lady Vols, Abbott compiled 189 victories and 2,440 strikeouts. She holds career records in innings pitched (1,448.0), appearances (253) and shutouts (112).

She was UT’s first All-America softball player.

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Monica Abbott pitches shutout for Team USA

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott pitches shutout for Team USA.

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott pitched a three-hit shutout for Team USA in its 7-0 exhibition victory over Chinese Taipei Sunday.

Abbott pitched a complete six-inning game, going six innings, recording 14 strikeouts. She totaled 81 pitches with 64 strikes.

Abbott competed for Team USA during the 2020 Olympics, winning a silver medal as the sport returned after a 12-year hiatus.

She and Team USA won a silver medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in program history.

With the Lady Vols, Abbott compiled 189 victories and 2,440 strikeouts. She holds career records in innings pitched (1,448.0), appearances (253) and shutouts (112).

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Monica Abbott pitches combined no-hitter

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott pitches combined no-hitter.

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott combined with two other players to pitch a no-hitter for Team USA.

Team USA defeated Aussie Spirit, 4-0, in an exhibition at Columbus, Georgia.

Abbott combined with Ally Carda and Megren Faraimo in the no-hitter.

The former Lady Vol started and earned a victory. She pitched three innings, surrendering one walk and recording seven strikeouts against 10 batters (44 pitches, 31 strikes).

Carda and Faraimo each pitched two innings.

Abbott competed for Team USA in the 2020 Olympics, winning a silver medal as the sport returned after a 12-year hiatus.

Abbott and Team USA won a silver medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

She played for Tennessee from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in program history.

With the Lady Vols, the Salinas, California native compiled 189 victories and 2,440 strikeouts. Abbott holds career records in innings pitched (1,448.0), appearances (253) and shutouts (112).

Abbott was Tennessee’s first All-American in softball.

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Monica Abbott pitches scoreless inning for Team USA

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott pitches scoreless inning for Team USA.

Former Tennessee pitcher Monica Abbott pitched one inning of scoreless relief for Team USA in its 3-0 exhibition victory against Japan Monday in Columbus, Georgia.

Abbott combined with Ally Carda and Megran Faraimo for a one-hitter. The former Lady Vol totaled 17 pitches, including 10 strikes.

Abbott competed for Team USA in the 2020 Olympics, winning a silver medal as the sport returned after a 12-year Olympic hiatus.

Abbott and Team USA won a silver medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

She played for the Lady Vols from 2004-07 and is one of the most decorated players in program history.

At Tennessee, the Salinas, California native, compiled 189 career victories and 2,440 strikeouts. Abbott holds NCAA career records for innings pitched (1,448.0), appearances (253) and shutouts (112).

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PHOTOS: Monica Abbott through the years

PHOTOS: Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott through the years

Pitcher Monica Abbott played for Tennessee from 2004-07.

Abbott is one of the most decorated players in college softball history.

She appeared in 253 games, starting 206, with the Lady Vols, and had a 189-34 career record. Abbott totaled 112 shutouts, 16 saves, 178 complete games, 2,440 strikeouts and a 0.79 ERA at Tennessee.

The former Lady Vol pitched 23 no-hitters and six perfect games during her collegiate career. She led the Lady Vols to three consecutive Women’s College World Series appearances (2005-07).

Abbott’s No. 7 jersey was retired by the University of Tennessee on March 23, 2013.

Abbott won two silver medals (2008, 2020) with Team USA in the Olympics. She came to Tennessee from North Salinas High School in Salinas, California.

Below are photos of Abbott through the years.