NORMAL — Hattie Plumb and Alyssa Wiebel think it would be fair for senior college student-athletes in spring sports to be granted an extra year of eligibility after their seasons were canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
However, the Illinois State duo doesn't anticipate taking that avenue for themselves if it opens up and aren't sure how many of their teammates would, either.
Plumb, a middle distance runner for the women's track and field team, and Wiebel, an outfielder for the softball squad, already have plans in place for the next year that don't include their sport.