NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - Christopher Newport University is picked to win the first ever Coast-To-Coast Athletic Conference softball title this spring, as the league Monday revealed results of its pre-season coaches poll. The Captains are 2-2 to start the season and were ranked third in the nation in the pre-season poll of coaches from the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA).
Keith Parr's squad received 25 points and all five possible first place votes. The Captains, fresh off a sweep Sunday over Randolph, will host William Peace in a non-conference doubleheader this Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at Captains Park.
Poll Results with Points and First-Place Votes
1. Christopher Newport 25 (5)
2. Salisbury 21 (1)
3. Mary Washington 17
4. Southern Virginia 10
5. Finlandia 9
6. Mount Mary 8Â
The conference, formerly the Capital Athletic Conference, also released a statement Monday confirming efforts to move forward with spring athletic plans:
"The Coast-To-Coast Athletic Conference (C2C) Board of Directors have confirmed plans to proceed with spring sport competitions and championships as scheduled. This confirmation is subject to change as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. Ultimately, it will be the decision of each C2C institution as to whether they are able to participate this spring.
The C2C remains committed to conducting quality championship experiences for our student-athletes and institutions in a safe and healthy environment. We encourage everyone to continue to practice safe and healthy habits during these challenging times."
