PHILADELPHIA (11/03/02) -- The Saint Joseph's University softball team stepped up its fall schedule, and the demanding schedule proved dividends as the Hawks gained confidence heading into the 2003 season by posting an 11-6 record. SJU's fall schedule was highlighted by wins over Virginia, Pittsburgh and Villanova. The team also gained a split against Lehigh, a regional power. Junior Lindsey McNamara led the Hawks with 13 RBI, while sharing team honors with 10 runs scored. Sophomore Alicia Cunic topped the squad with a .410 batting average and 11 bases on balls. She also drove in eight runs, good for second on the team. Senior co-captain Desiree McGhie had a solid fall, placing second on the team in hitting with a .375 average, while tying Cunic for top honors with 18 hits. Sophomores Megan Richardson (.280) and Cara Deldeo (.271) each added 16 hits for SJU. Deldeo also posted a 6-2 record on the mound with a team-best 1.62 ERA. Junior Dana Travis was 5-4 with a team-high 49 strikeouts and a 1.86 ERA. Senior hurler Brandie Adams missed the entire fall season due to injury. SJU opens its 2003 schedule at the Rebel Games in Orlando, Fla. on March 8.