Veteran Pitcher Sacrifices Stats, Leads Florida State to World Series

Kathryn Sandercock struggled in a new role, adjusting between starting, relieving and closing for Florida State this season.
Coach Lonnie Alameda developed a deep bullpen to leverage pitchers' strengths against hitters' weaknesses according to analytics.
Despite challenges, Sandercock was named team MVP and ACC Pitcher of the Year.
Alameda told Sandercock she was "so proud of you" for her leadership and performance.
On Friday, Sandercock led Florida State to a semifinal win over Tennessee in the Women's College World Series.