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JMU Cancels Softball Season After Death Of Player Lauren Bernett JMU Cancels Softball Season After Death Of Player Lauren Bernett
JMU Cancels Softball Season After Death Of Player Lauren Bernett James Madison University has cancelled the remainder its softball season following the death of Lauren Bernett. The sophomore catcher, 20, died on Monday, April 25. A native of McDonald, Penn., Lauren Bernett was a key player in leading James Madison University to their first-ever run to the Women's World Series last year. An investigation by the Rockingham County Sheriff's Department revealed that Lauren died of an apparent suicide, reports NBC News. "This was an extremely difficult decision and one that was not made lightly," JMU Head Coach Loren LaPorte said.  "We are so grateful…

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