The Day's Summary

Monday brought an honor for one of Tennessee softball's all-time greats, as the Knoxville News Sentinel reported that Monica Abbott will serve as grand marshal for the University of Tennessee's homecoming. Yahoo Sports carried the same news, noting that a Lady Vols star will lead the homecoming parade in Knoxville.

The honor is a fitting one for one of the most decorated players in program history. It also puts Tennessee softball front and center for homecoming weekend — a reminder that the program's stars have long carried a profile well beyond Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.