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Dottie Wilson earns IHSAA Mental Attitude Award after state championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:11 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

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Summary

Dottie Wilson received the IHSAA's Mental Attitude Award after the Class 2A State Championship game on June 15, 2026. Although sidelined by an ACL injury, Wilson remained a positive force and supportive teammate throughout the season, helping her school reach the state championship for the first time. Teammate Mickey Burns and coach Mike Vanderpool praised Wilson's leadership and attitude. She is set to attend Miami University in Ohio next year to study interior design and Spanish.

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By the Numbers

•Dottie Wilson honored with Mental Attitude Award on June 15, 2026.
•She could not compete due to an ACL injury this season.
•Her team reached the state championship for the first time.
•Teammates emphasized her leadership and positive impact.
•Wilson plans to study at Miami University next year.

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7:11 PMYahoo Sports — Wilson wins Mental Attitude Award

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It may not have been the final season Dottie Wilson had pictured, but there was a nice ending to her softball career. Wilson was named the IHSAA's Mental Attitude Award winner following Saturday night's Class 2A State Championship game. "It means a lot knowing that my school, my coaches and my teammates have thought that I've been able to keep a good attitude and support my teammates even ...
— Yahoo Sports

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