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Dirt, Diving, and Dominance: Bland's Big Plays
31 May
Summary
- Samantha Bland excels at third base with a strong arm.
- She made ESPN's Top 10 Plays for a diving catch.
- Bland boasts a .522 batting average in recent games.

Samantha Bland embodies a tenacious spirit on the softball field, often seen with dirt-stained uniforms from her aggressive play at third base for the Huskers. Her presence is a consistent asset for Head Coach Rhonda Revelle.
Bland's defensive prowess was recently showcased when a diving catch she made was featured on ESPN's Top 10 Plays of the Day. This spectacular defensive effort contributed to a crucial win against Arkansas.
At the plate, Bland has been equally impressive. Since the start of the NCAA tournament, she has maintained a .522 batting average. Her performance includes multiple doubles, RBIs, runs scored, and stolen bases, demonstrating her significant offensive contribution.