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Central College’s softball team is back in the NCAA Division III softball tournament for the 22nd time. The Dutch are ranked No. 15 in the nation and seeded fifth in their region. Central will face fourth-seeded Claremont-Mudd-Scripps of California. The Dutch are hoping to build on a tournament resume that includes four national titles and 13 top-six finishes. The game will be broadcast live on 92.1 fm, KRLS and online at www.kniakrls.com with Trevor Castle providing the play-by-play. The opening pitch is slated for 2:00 p.m. Thursday.