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References
- ↑ "2008 Softball Standings". BigTen.org. Big Ten Conference. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
- ↑ "2008 Big Ten Softball Tournament Preview". BigTen.org. Big Ten Conference. May 6, 2008. Retrieved March 19, 2021.
- ↑ "Michigan and Northwestern share 2008 Big Ten Softball Regular Season Title". BigTen.org. Big Ten Conference. May 4, 2008. Retrieved March 19, 2021.
- ↑ "Bracamonte and Weigle Named to Big Ten All-Tournament Team". msuspartans.com. May 11, 2008. Retrieved March 19, 2021.