Franklin Pierce softball is receiving votes this week after jumping out to a 14-2 start. The Ravens led the nation in ERA through 10 games and their offense has been just as hot, powered by a top five group of hitters that combined for 59 at-bats last season. Needless to say, it's a young and new-look FPU squad that is making waves in the NE10 to start the season.

Delaney Duford is at the front of the Ravens offensive attack, batting over .400 with more than 20 RBI before April.  Coming off a broken hand last season, Duford has wasted not time finding a college groove.

NE10 NOW: The Podcast chats regularly with student-athletes across the Northeast 10 about their success on and off the field, giving fans a chance to get to know the people behind the jersey numbers, stats and starting lineups.  New episodes drop on YouTube, featured on NE10 social media channels and on Northeast10.org.

ABOUT THE NE10
The NE10 is an association of 10 diverse institutions serving student-athletes across 24 NCAA Division II sports. Together we build brilliant futures by embracing the journey of every student-athlete.

Each year, 4,500 of those student-athletes compete in conference championships in 24 sports, making the NE10 the largest DII conference in the country in terms of sport sponsorship. Leading the way in the classroom, on the field and within the community, the NE10 is proud of its comprehensive program and the experience it provides student-athletes.

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