Former John Curtis Christian School standout Kira Manganello played on Friday, May 16 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division I Softball Championship

May 17, 2025

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On Friday, May 16, former John Curtis Christian School standout Kira Manganello’s current collegiate team the Eastern Illinois Panthers won 2-10 against the Texas Longhorns in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship.

The game took place at Red & Charline McCombs Field at 3:55 p.m. and was the first matchup against the Texas Longhorns in the tournament.

The Eastern Illinois Panthers’ next game will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 3:55 p.m. at Red & Charline McCombs Field.

Kira Manganello

Catcher

Freshman

5′3″

Hometown: New Orleans

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