Admiral King graduate Jillian Van Wagnen was named to the Softball Academic All-Mid-American Conference (MAC) Team on Wednesday.

Van Wagnen, who was also a MAC All-Tournament Team selection in 2011, has been the most effective base stealer on the team this season with 22 in 24 attempts. She started all 48 games she played in and totaled 27 hits with one triple on the year. It was the first time Van Wagnen made the Academic All-MAC Team in her career.

To be nominated, a student-athlete must have at least a 3.20 cumulative GPA and have participated in at least 50 percent of the contests for that particular sport. First year students and junior college transfers in their first year of residence are not eligible for the award. Outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments from the current season only are considered.

Ohio wrapped up the 2011 season with a run to the MAC Tournament championship game and finished the season with an overall record of 26-23. The Bobcats won the MAC East Title during the regular season.

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