Minnesota transfer portal pitcher commits to Michigan Softball
Sydney Schwartz, a graduate transfer pitcher from Minnesota, has committed to the Michigan softball team for the upcoming season. She brings valuable experience as a former No. 1 pitcher for the Golden Gophers. Meanwhile, Michigan catcher Lilly Vallimont has entered the transfer portal after a successful career with the Wolverines.
- ▪Sydney Schwartz has one year of eligibility remaining after four seasons at Minnesota.
- ▪Lilly Vallimont was a team captain and started all but one game in her three non-redshirt seasons.
- ▪Vallimont batted .280 in 2026 with a career-high 11 home runs and a .995 career fielding percentage.
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