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Game-Changer: Brianna Butler

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On a long bus ride ahead of a game, you'll find her playing her Nintendo Switch. But on game days, you'll find her dominating in the circle.

Once upon a time, Brianna Butler was the youngest to don the Duke jersey. After graduating high school early in December 2017 to join the inaugural softball team, Butler took the field at 17 years old.

"Looking back now, it was more difficult than I thought it would be," Butler said. "I didn't get the chance to play softball my senior year, but instead I took time off to practice and get ready for Duke.