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Former coach praises 2023 MSSU softball team's similarities to 1992 squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 10:31 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Former coach praises 2023 MSSU softball team's similarities to 1992 squad

Summary

Pat Lipira, the former head coach of Missouri Southern State University softball, provided insight into this year's team as they compete in the NCAA Division II Women’s College World Series in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Lipira, who led the 1992 team to the school's only national championship, noted striking similarities between that squad and the current players. The MSSU softball team is making a push for a second national title this season, building on their successful history. The team's performance continues to attract attention as they advance in the tournament.

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•MSSU softball team competes in NCAA Division II Women's College World Series.
•Pat Lipira coached MSSU to its only national championship in 1992.
•Lipira identifies similar strengths between the teams from 1992 and 2023.
•The current team seeks to secure another national title this season.

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10:31 PMYahoo Sports — 1992 championship coach weighs in on this year’s Lions

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As the Missouri Southern State University softball team vied for a second national title at the NCAA Division II Women’s College World Series in Chattanooga, Tennessee, former MSSU head softball coach Pat Lipira, who led her 1992 team to the school’s only DII national championship, weighed in on this year’s squad. Lipira said this year’s team has striking similarities with her 1992 ...
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