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Coach Kristi Bredbenner helps us celebrate ground-breaking on the indoor practice facility at Wilkins Stadium (10:30 a.m., Sept 14) with a description of the new building, why it is needed and the timeline for construction. We also talk about the rise in softball's popularity and how WSU's success set the groundwork for fundraising.

Bredbenner updates us on fall practices, Lauren Lucas' return and newcomers to watch. We also remember Phyllis Diller's appearance at Wilkins Stadium's groundbreaking in 1997 and muse about possible celebrity appearances on Saturday. The Shockers open their fall scrimmages against McLennan (Texas) Community College at 1 p.m. Saturday.
 

Bredbenner is entering her 14th season at Wichita State.
 

 How to donate to Wilkins Stadium renovation.