Here are the Award portraits that the girls recieved.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
2008 Season - Award Recipients
Club Awards – Selected by the BSC coaching staff:
H.E.A.R.T. Award – (Hustle, Enthusiasm, Attitude, Respect, Teamwork)
14U – Sarah Magana
12Blue – Jaelyn Halbrook
12Gold – Megan Elliott
10U – Sydney Julien
Silver Slugger (1st or 2nd highest Batting average):
14U – Sarah Magana (.667)
12Blue – Taylor Sechler (.680)
12Gold – Mackenzie Hartley (.350)
10U – AnnaMarie McGlone (.685)
Gold Glove
14U – Brittany Wood
12Blue – Abby Toler
12Gold – Brandi Cline
10U – Haley Stallings
Most Improved
14U – Summer Rash
12Blue – Brook Townsend
12Gold – Mikayla Buckner
10U – Mackenzie Austin
Coaches Awards – Selected by Team coaches:
14U – GRIT – Mackenzie Hitchcock; Heads Up – Brandi Kolody
12Blue – GRIT – Brittany Briggs; Heads Up – Sammy Jacobson; Team Spirit – Anna Pitts
12Gold – GRIT – Haley Rausch; Heads Up – Kristin Parsons; Team Spirit – Macey Hitchcock
10U – GRIT – Kaylie Rothdiener; Heads Up – Jenna Halbrook; Team Spirit – Brionna Halverson; Kennedy Hedges and Alexis Miller – Bat-titude; Katelynn Warren – Competitor; Aleena DeRossett – Infield Glove; Miranda Lightfoot – Outfield Glove; Carissa Gooch – Rocket Arm;
H.E.A.R.T. Award – (Hustle, Enthusiasm, Attitude, Respect, Teamwork)
14U – Sarah Magana
12Blue – Jaelyn Halbrook
12Gold – Megan Elliott
10U – Sydney Julien
Silver Slugger (1st or 2nd highest Batting average):
14U – Sarah Magana (.667)
12Blue – Taylor Sechler (.680)
12Gold – Mackenzie Hartley (.350)
10U – AnnaMarie McGlone (.685)
Gold Glove
14U – Brittany Wood
12Blue – Abby Toler
12Gold – Brandi Cline
10U – Haley Stallings
Most Improved
14U – Summer Rash
12Blue – Brook Townsend
12Gold – Mikayla Buckner
10U – Mackenzie Austin
Coaches Awards – Selected by Team coaches:
14U – GRIT – Mackenzie Hitchcock; Heads Up – Brandi Kolody
12Blue – GRIT – Brittany Briggs; Heads Up – Sammy Jacobson; Team Spirit – Anna Pitts
12Gold – GRIT – Haley Rausch; Heads Up – Kristin Parsons; Team Spirit – Macey Hitchcock
10U – GRIT – Kaylie Rothdiener; Heads Up – Jenna Halbrook; Team Spirit – Brionna Halverson; Kennedy Hedges and Alexis Miller – Bat-titude; Katelynn Warren – Competitor; Aleena DeRossett – Infield Glove; Miranda Lightfoot – Outfield Glove; Carissa Gooch – Rocket Arm;
PBSG Post-Season Tournament
Saturday July 26, 14U @ Play Ball Sports Group Tournament
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Webb City Poison (L 4-10)
Hitting: Mariah Periman 2-2, Becca Roweton 2-2; Abby Martin, Taylor Dickenson, and Brittany Wood 1 hit each.
Pitching: Brittany Wood 3 IP, 4K, 8BB Mariah Periman 1 IP, 0K
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Weabeleau (W 8-5)
Hitting: Taylor Dickenson 2-2, Brandi Kolody 1-1 (3B), Brittany Wood 1-2 (2B); Taylor Hedges, Mariah Periman, Becca Roweton, and Megan Elliot 1 hit each.
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4 IP, 8K, 3BB
Our season came to a close with an un-official second place finish, due to the fact that our third game was rained out. It wasn't the most pleasant day for a tournament, with the heat index hovering around 100 degrees, but our girls fought through it and played hard. We had a slow start, losing to Poison, a team we beat during a June tournament. But we came back to pick up a win against Weabeleau. Our bats warmed up by the 2nd game, which allowed us to use our aggressive base running to score a few more runs. Brittany Wood did a nice job pitching through near exhaustion with the sweltering temperatures. Becca Roweton had a great day at the plate, bunting and slapping her way on base, going 3-5 for the day. These girls had a great season, finishing 18-10. They grew a lot as players, and as a team, and we are already looking forward to next season. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to coach them this summer. - Kyle Hedges
Final Record: 18 – 10
Saturday July 26, 12Blue @ Play Ball Sports Group Tournament
Game 1, BSC vs. Buffalo (W 10-1) Abby Toler, Winning Pitcher, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler, Sammy Jacobson (2B), Randi Hancock 2 hits each; Abby Toler, Brook Townsend 1 hit each.
Game 2, BSC vs. Parkcrest Angels (W 15-0) Alyssa Kelley, Winning Pitcher, 6 K
Leading Hitters: Jaelyn Halbrook 2, (2B); Sammy Jacobson 2; Abby Toler, Anna Pitts, Karli Duren, Randi Hancock 1 hit each.
Game 3, BSC vs. Springfield Angels (W 15-2) Karli Duren, Winning Pitcher, 3 K
Leading Hitters: Abby Toler, Randi Hancock 2 hits each, Jaelyn Halbrook, Karli Duren, Taylor Sechler, Makalyn Wheelbarger (2B), 1 hit each.
We completed our season with a tournament championship and 21 wins. I was very happy with each of our pitchers today. It was very hot and we tried to move girls around to keep them fresh. I was proud of the way our girls competed all summer. We improved every day and the girls showed a great deal of devotion and perseverance. We had a great group of athletes who are dedicated to being the best they can be. We pushed them to get better every day and they responded very well. I am proud to be associated with this group and I think we will continue to get better.
Final Record: 21 – 3 – 2
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Webb City Poison (L 4-10)
Hitting: Mariah Periman 2-2, Becca Roweton 2-2; Abby Martin, Taylor Dickenson, and Brittany Wood 1 hit each.
Pitching: Brittany Wood 3 IP, 4K, 8BB Mariah Periman 1 IP, 0K
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Weabeleau (W 8-5)
Hitting: Taylor Dickenson 2-2, Brandi Kolody 1-1 (3B), Brittany Wood 1-2 (2B); Taylor Hedges, Mariah Periman, Becca Roweton, and Megan Elliot 1 hit each.
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4 IP, 8K, 3BB
Our season came to a close with an un-official second place finish, due to the fact that our third game was rained out. It wasn't the most pleasant day for a tournament, with the heat index hovering around 100 degrees, but our girls fought through it and played hard. We had a slow start, losing to Poison, a team we beat during a June tournament. But we came back to pick up a win against Weabeleau. Our bats warmed up by the 2nd game, which allowed us to use our aggressive base running to score a few more runs. Brittany Wood did a nice job pitching through near exhaustion with the sweltering temperatures. Becca Roweton had a great day at the plate, bunting and slapping her way on base, going 3-5 for the day. These girls had a great season, finishing 18-10. They grew a lot as players, and as a team, and we are already looking forward to next season. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to coach them this summer. - Kyle Hedges
Final Record: 18 – 10
Saturday July 26, 12Blue @ Play Ball Sports Group Tournament
Game 1, BSC vs. Buffalo (W 10-1) Abby Toler, Winning Pitcher, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler, Sammy Jacobson (2B), Randi Hancock 2 hits each; Abby Toler, Brook Townsend 1 hit each.
Game 2, BSC vs. Parkcrest Angels (W 15-0) Alyssa Kelley, Winning Pitcher, 6 K
Leading Hitters: Jaelyn Halbrook 2, (2B); Sammy Jacobson 2; Abby Toler, Anna Pitts, Karli Duren, Randi Hancock 1 hit each.
Game 3, BSC vs. Springfield Angels (W 15-2) Karli Duren, Winning Pitcher, 3 K
Leading Hitters: Abby Toler, Randi Hancock 2 hits each, Jaelyn Halbrook, Karli Duren, Taylor Sechler, Makalyn Wheelbarger (2B), 1 hit each.
We completed our season with a tournament championship and 21 wins. I was very happy with each of our pitchers today. It was very hot and we tried to move girls around to keep them fresh. I was proud of the way our girls competed all summer. We improved every day and the girls showed a great deal of devotion and perseverance. We had a great group of athletes who are dedicated to being the best they can be. We pushed them to get better every day and they responded very well. I am proud to be associated with this group and I think we will continue to get better.
Final Record: 21 – 3 – 2
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Last week's 12 BLUE
BSC 12U Results from Thursday 7-17-08, Springfield League, Meador Park
12U Blue
Game 1, BSC 12U Blue vs. Fair Grove (Win, 12-7) Winning Pitcher, Karli Duren, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Randi Hancock (Grand Slam); Anna Pitts, Karli Duren, Alyssa Kelley, and Taylor Sechler (each hit Doubles); Makalyn Wheelbarger, Brittany Briggs, and Jaelyn Halbrook also had hits.
We controlled the game well. The girls came out aggressively and performed all aspects of the game. – Jamie Halbrook
Game 2, BSC 12U Blue vs. HBC Sluggers (Win 8-5) Winning Pitcher, Alyssa Kelley, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Jaelyn Halbrook, 2, (2B); Randi Hancock, (double); Taylor Sechler, Brittany Briggs, Karli Duren, and Alyssa Kelley all had hits.
We played very well tonight. After an easy win in Game 1, it was important to come out strong against a good HBC team. We did that by holding them scoreless and scoring 6 in the first. They answered by scoring 3 in the 2nd and 2 in the 3rd. Anna Pitts threw out 3 would be base stealers in the game and that was a huge lift to our defense and really kept them from having a chance to beat us. It is fun to see these girls perform. We are playing outstanding defense. – Jamie Halbrook
Up Next: @ Meador Park Thursday July 24 @ 6 & 8:30; Post Season Tournament @ PBSG Saturday 7-26-08
Record: 19 – 3 – 2; 14 – 0 – 2 (Springfield League)
12U Blue
Game 1, BSC 12U Blue vs. Fair Grove (Win, 12-7) Winning Pitcher, Karli Duren, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Randi Hancock (Grand Slam); Anna Pitts, Karli Duren, Alyssa Kelley, and Taylor Sechler (each hit Doubles); Makalyn Wheelbarger, Brittany Briggs, and Jaelyn Halbrook also had hits.
We controlled the game well. The girls came out aggressively and performed all aspects of the game. – Jamie Halbrook
Game 2, BSC 12U Blue vs. HBC Sluggers (Win 8-5) Winning Pitcher, Alyssa Kelley, 7 K
Leading Hitters: Jaelyn Halbrook, 2, (2B); Randi Hancock, (double); Taylor Sechler, Brittany Briggs, Karli Duren, and Alyssa Kelley all had hits.
We played very well tonight. After an easy win in Game 1, it was important to come out strong against a good HBC team. We did that by holding them scoreless and scoring 6 in the first. They answered by scoring 3 in the 2nd and 2 in the 3rd. Anna Pitts threw out 3 would be base stealers in the game and that was a huge lift to our defense and really kept them from having a chance to beat us. It is fun to see these girls perform. We are playing outstanding defense. – Jamie Halbrook
Up Next: @ Meador Park Thursday July 24 @ 6 & 8:30; Post Season Tournament @ PBSG Saturday 7-26-08
Record: 19 – 3 – 2; 14 – 0 – 2 (Springfield League)
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
WEBSITE UPDATE
I have updated the wesite with a list of upcoming events through August. Please note these on you calendars.
The Parent/Athlete Informational Meeting will be for all athletes who participate in or plan to participate in Middle School or High School sanctioned sports.
The Parent/Athlete Informational Meeting will be for all athletes who participate in or plan to participate in Middle School or High School sanctioned sports.
Bolivar High School Midnight Madness August 10.
Everyone is invited to attend the BHS Liberator Softball team's Midnight Madness.
Festivities begin at 9:00 PM, August 10 at the High School Field. I think that the plans include introducing each of the members of the Bolivar Softball Club by team.
Each family is asked to bring a dessert. You will have the opportunity to place an order for High School T-Shirts and other items at this time.
Festivities begin at 9:00 PM, August 10 at the High School Field. I think that the plans include introducing each of the members of the Bolivar Softball Club by team.
Each family is asked to bring a dessert. You will have the opportunity to place an order for High School T-Shirts and other items at this time.
Monday, July 21, 2008
12U GOLD Tournament Results
Buffalo Tournament, 7-19-08
BSC vs. Buffalo Criner Reed W 9-7 (Winning Pitcher, Karli Duren)
Megan Elliott Starting pitcher had rough start to the game with 5 BB and 1 HP in the first 6 batters, Karli Duren came in to finish the game and had 4 K and only gave up 3 BB in 3IP.
We were very disciplined at the plate walking 11 times. Brandi Cline and Lauren Vess lead the team with one hit each. Many other girls put the ball in play. This was a great start to the day. The girls really played hard and had a lot of hustle. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Buffalo Larson Lawn W 9-8 (Winning Pitcher, Lauren Vess)
Lauren Vess starting pitcher - 2 IP 1 K, Followed by Abby Toler - 2 IP 1K
We had really hot bats this game. Every girl on the team was on base at least once it the game. Karli Duren 2-3, Brandi Cline 2-3, Abby Toler 2-3, Breanna Barber 2-2 (2B, 3B), Megan Elliott 2-2 (2B), Makenzie Hatley 3-3, Tauri Hale 1-2.
I was so proud of the girls. This was a very close game the whole time. Our defense stepped up when we needed them and let nothing by. We where unstoppable on offense. I haven't seen these girls play this hard all season they left everything they had on the field. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Buffalo Gillespie L 5-8
Megan Elliott starting pitcher 1IP 1K, Lauren Vess 1IP 1K and finished up with Abby Toler 1 IP 3 K.
We faced a 16 year old pitcher. Our girls have never faced anyone so fast and we attempted to hold our own. We were in control in the box and made her pitch. We played smart at the plate and didn't swing at her junk. We ended the game with no hits but had 9 BB. Once we got on base we where very aggressive getting around them to get in scoring position. The girls battled hard and never gave up. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Pleasant Hope Steelers L 0-15
Abby Toler was the starting pitcher. 3IP. Karli Duren came in as relief for 1IP.
Breanna Barber had BSC’s only hit.
Pleasant Hope is a very solid team. They have great defense and are really good at the plate. We had great pitching from Abby who only gave up 3BB. Karli came in with a strong finish. We hit smart the whole game. We had lots of full counts and battled had. Again we played really hard to finish up our season.
The BSC 12U Gold team finished tied for second after this tournament. It came down to runs allowed and we got third place. I am so proud to have had the chance to coach these girls all season. They have all improved and grown so much as softball players. Everyone one of them played with heart during this tournament and left everything they had on the field. This was a great way to finish the season for these girls and they can all hold their heads high they played great individually and as a team. – Amber Cline
Up Next- Season complete
Record: 5-13
BSC vs. Buffalo Criner Reed W 9-7 (Winning Pitcher, Karli Duren)
Megan Elliott Starting pitcher had rough start to the game with 5 BB and 1 HP in the first 6 batters, Karli Duren came in to finish the game and had 4 K and only gave up 3 BB in 3IP.
We were very disciplined at the plate walking 11 times. Brandi Cline and Lauren Vess lead the team with one hit each. Many other girls put the ball in play. This was a great start to the day. The girls really played hard and had a lot of hustle. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Buffalo Larson Lawn W 9-8 (Winning Pitcher, Lauren Vess)
Lauren Vess starting pitcher - 2 IP 1 K, Followed by Abby Toler - 2 IP 1K
We had really hot bats this game. Every girl on the team was on base at least once it the game. Karli Duren 2-3, Brandi Cline 2-3, Abby Toler 2-3, Breanna Barber 2-2 (2B, 3B), Megan Elliott 2-2 (2B), Makenzie Hatley 3-3, Tauri Hale 1-2.
I was so proud of the girls. This was a very close game the whole time. Our defense stepped up when we needed them and let nothing by. We where unstoppable on offense. I haven't seen these girls play this hard all season they left everything they had on the field. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Buffalo Gillespie L 5-8
Megan Elliott starting pitcher 1IP 1K, Lauren Vess 1IP 1K and finished up with Abby Toler 1 IP 3 K.
We faced a 16 year old pitcher. Our girls have never faced anyone so fast and we attempted to hold our own. We were in control in the box and made her pitch. We played smart at the plate and didn't swing at her junk. We ended the game with no hits but had 9 BB. Once we got on base we where very aggressive getting around them to get in scoring position. The girls battled hard and never gave up. –Amber Cline
BSC vs. Pleasant Hope Steelers L 0-15
Abby Toler was the starting pitcher. 3IP. Karli Duren came in as relief for 1IP.
Breanna Barber had BSC’s only hit.
Pleasant Hope is a very solid team. They have great defense and are really good at the plate. We had great pitching from Abby who only gave up 3BB. Karli came in with a strong finish. We hit smart the whole game. We had lots of full counts and battled had. Again we played really hard to finish up our season.
The BSC 12U Gold team finished tied for second after this tournament. It came down to runs allowed and we got third place. I am so proud to have had the chance to coach these girls all season. They have all improved and grown so much as softball players. Everyone one of them played with heart during this tournament and left everything they had on the field. This was a great way to finish the season for these girls and they can all hold their heads high they played great individually and as a team. – Amber Cline
Up Next- Season complete
Record: 5-13
Friday, July 18, 2008
10U - 14U UPDATE
BSC 10U Results from Monday 7-14-08, Springfield League, Ewing Park
10U
Game 1, BSC 10U vs. WMC bombers (Win, 18-7)
Kennedy Hedges, Katelyn Warren, and AnnaMarie McGlone each had 3 hits.
We opened with 6 runs in the first and they answered with 4. We did not score in the 2nd or 3rd and they added 1 in the 3rd to make it 6-5. Then we got hot with the bats and scored 6 in each the 4th and 5th innings. This was the team we opened the season in Springfield with. Then they beat us 17 – 4. This just shows how much progress we have made this year offensively and defensively. Nathan Rothdiener
Game 2, BSC 10U vs. Parkcrest Angels (Win 20-0)
AnnaMarie McGlone, Brionna Halverson, Aleena DeRossett, Haley Stallings, Kaylie Rothdiener, Sydney Julien, and Jenna Halbrook had 3 hits each.
The girls hit the ball extremely well tonight. They did a good job of getting on base and scoring. Defensively they continue to play great, heads up softball making the right decisions and getting the outs when they need to. Nathan Rothdiener
Up Next: @ Ewing Park Monday July 21 @ 6, 7, & 8.
Record: 27-6; 12-3 (Springfield League)
BSC 14U Results from Monday, July 14 Springfield League, Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Springfield Dominators W 21-6 Leading Hitters: Lynsi VanTassell 2-3, Summer Rash 2-3, Brittany Wood 2-3 (Grand Slam)
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4IP, 6K, 6BB
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Republic Chaos
W 6-3
Leading Hitters: Lynsi VanTassell 1-2 (2B), Sarah Magana 1-2 (2B), Brittany Wood 2-2
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4IP, 6K, 4BB
Coming off a 10-1 loss to the Chaos last Friday, the girls were excited about the opportunity for a rematch. Brittany Wood really led the team in both games Monday night, striking out 10 in 8 innings of work, and going 4 for 5 at the plate with a grand slam. Lynsi VanTassell had a nice night at the plate as well, going 3 for 5 with a double.
We started off the evening with a bang by defeating the Dominators 21-6. The momentum carried on to the next game against a solid Chaos team. We scored 5 in the first inning against Chaos, which gave the girls the confidence they needed to stay tough the whole game. During the second inning, Wood recorded 3 strikeouts on nine pitches. The win evens our season series with Chaos at 2-2. I was really proud of the girls Monday night. They took the field with the mindset that we were the best team. They played hard until the last out and came off the field with two nice wins. - Kyle Hedges
Record: 15-9
Up Next: Monday July 21, Springfield, 6:00 and 8:30
10U
Game 1, BSC 10U vs. WMC bombers (Win, 18-7)
Kennedy Hedges, Katelyn Warren, and AnnaMarie McGlone each had 3 hits.
We opened with 6 runs in the first and they answered with 4. We did not score in the 2nd or 3rd and they added 1 in the 3rd to make it 6-5. Then we got hot with the bats and scored 6 in each the 4th and 5th innings. This was the team we opened the season in Springfield with. Then they beat us 17 – 4. This just shows how much progress we have made this year offensively and defensively. Nathan Rothdiener
Game 2, BSC 10U vs. Parkcrest Angels (Win 20-0)
AnnaMarie McGlone, Brionna Halverson, Aleena DeRossett, Haley Stallings, Kaylie Rothdiener, Sydney Julien, and Jenna Halbrook had 3 hits each.
The girls hit the ball extremely well tonight. They did a good job of getting on base and scoring. Defensively they continue to play great, heads up softball making the right decisions and getting the outs when they need to. Nathan Rothdiener
Up Next: @ Ewing Park Monday July 21 @ 6, 7, & 8.
Record: 27-6; 12-3 (Springfield League)
BSC 14U Results from Monday, July 14 Springfield League, Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Springfield Dominators W 21-6 Leading Hitters: Lynsi VanTassell 2-3, Summer Rash 2-3, Brittany Wood 2-3 (Grand Slam)
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4IP, 6K, 6BB
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Republic Chaos
W 6-3
Leading Hitters: Lynsi VanTassell 1-2 (2B), Sarah Magana 1-2 (2B), Brittany Wood 2-2
Pitching: Brittany Wood 4IP, 6K, 4BB
Coming off a 10-1 loss to the Chaos last Friday, the girls were excited about the opportunity for a rematch. Brittany Wood really led the team in both games Monday night, striking out 10 in 8 innings of work, and going 4 for 5 at the plate with a grand slam. Lynsi VanTassell had a nice night at the plate as well, going 3 for 5 with a double.
We started off the evening with a bang by defeating the Dominators 21-6. The momentum carried on to the next game against a solid Chaos team. We scored 5 in the first inning against Chaos, which gave the girls the confidence they needed to stay tough the whole game. During the second inning, Wood recorded 3 strikeouts on nine pitches. The win evens our season series with Chaos at 2-2. I was really proud of the girls Monday night. They took the field with the mindset that we were the best team. They played hard until the last out and came off the field with two nice wins. - Kyle Hedges
Record: 15-9
Up Next: Monday July 21, Springfield, 6:00 and 8:30
Monday, July 14, 2008
BSC 10U team wins the 5th/6th grade league at the YMCA
BSC 10U team wins the 5th/6th grade league at the YMCA
10U
Friday 7-11-08. v. Jenkins. Win - 8 – 1 (Winning Pitcher - Sydney Julien, 2 shutout innings, AnnaMarie McGlone also pitched). Jenna Halbrook, Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, Alexis Miller, and Mackenzie Austin each had one hit.
Our girls came out ready to play. We had strong pitching by both girls which helped in the victory. – Nathan Rothdiener
Morrisville Tournament: Saturday 7-12-08
BSC vs. Pleasant Hope. (game 1) Win - 3 – 2 (Winning Pitcher, Sydney Julien, 7 K’s). Sydney Julien, Jenna Halbrook, Alexis Miller, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone, and Carissa Gooch each had one hit.
Pleasant Hope was a good test for our girls. They had a very good pitcher and hit the ball pretty well. Our defense once again led the way to our victory. We ran the bases well and put enough pressure on their defense to get the win.
BSC vs. Morrisville. (game 2) Lost 3-2, AnnaMarie McGlone had 11 k’s in a losing effort. Jenna Halbrook, Kennedy Hedges and Taylor Sechler had one hit each.
Morrisville's pitcher pitched a heck of a game. Our girls couldn’t get much going on the offensive side; we had trouble getting the ball in play. Defensively we played well enough and put ourselves in a position to win the game but came just a little short. I'm proud of the way the girls played in this tournament, it was a good test for them. Hopefully we can learn from this loss and continue to improve. Our winning streak ended at 21. That is an incredible number, regardless of the age group or level of competition.
Record: 24 – 6; 15 – 3 in player pitch.
Up next: Monday 7-14-08, @ Ewing Park, 6:00 & 7:00; 7-21-08, @ Ewing Park, 6:00, 7:00, & 8:00
12U
Thursday 7-10-08 BSC v. Springfield Parkcrest Angels. W 14-0 (winning pitcher – Abby Toler)
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler 2 hits (double); Jaelyn Halbrook, 2 hits (double); Brook Townsend, double; Brittany Briggs
We played well defensively and ran the bases well. Our girls continue to stay disciplined at the plate and take what the pitcher and defense gives us. We walked 11 times to 1 strikeout. When we had opportunities to put the ball in play, we hit the ball well. – Jamie Halbrook
BSC v. Springfield Chill T – 7 – 7
Leading Hitters: Anna Pitts 3 hits, Taylor Sechler 2 hits, Abby Toler 2 hits, and Jaelyn Halbrook 1 hit.
We came out strong and took a 7-1 lead into the 5th, but we had some breakdowns defensively when they tied it up in the 5th and we could not get a run across in the bottom half and we ended in a tie. The girls were very upset about “losing” which is a great sign for the future. We have not lost a game since the middle of June and winning is becoming a very good habit. – Jamie Halbrook
Bolivar Softball Club took a combined Blue and Gold team to play 12U in Morrisville Saturday 7-12-08 (2nd Place Finish)
GM 1 – v. Buffalo W, 7 – 3 (Winning Pitcher Alyssa Kelley, 5 K)
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler, Anna Pitts (double), Jaelyn Halbrook, (triple), and Brandi Cline.
Our girls trailed 3-1 going into the 3rd, but responded by scoring 6 to get the win. It was good to see aggressive base running and aggressive play defensively. We did not have a lot of pitches to swing at, but when we did, we preformed fairly well.
GM 2 – v. Morrisville L, 12 – 3
Leading hitters: Taylor Sechler and Anna Pitts had hits.
We did not play the brand of softball we had been playing. We were on our heels at the plate and in the field. We only had 6 base runners and half of them scored; we have to put more people on base to keep the pressure on the defense. We played tentative and the score shows that is not what suits us. We have to be aggressive and use our speed and strength. 5 of our 9 outs (time limit) were strikeouts.
Record: 17 – 3 – 2
Up next: @ Meador Park 7-17-08, 7:15 & 8:30; @ Meador Park 7-24-08, 6:00 and 8:30
14U, Friday July 11 make up games, Springfield League, Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Diamonds
W 11-4
Leading Hitters: Peyton Peavey 1-1 (2B), Mariah Periman 1-2 (3B), Becca Roweton 1-1
Pitching: Brittany Wood 1IP, 2K Peyton Peavey 1IP, 1K, 3BB Taylor Hedges 1IP, 2K
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Chaos
L 1-10
Leading Hitters: Peyton Peavey 2-2 (2B), Brittany Wood 1-2 (2B)
Pitching: Brittany Wood 5 1/3 IP, 6K, 6BB Taylor Hedges 2/3IP, 1K, 1BB
We started out the evening playing a solid game against the Diamonds, beating them for the 3rd straight time. But things went downhill from there. We struggled both offensively and defensively against Chaos. We couldn't get runners on base to make anything happen. We got down a few runs early, then it seemed the girls just lost their confidence, and then the wheels really fell off. I think/hope the girls learned something from this, that playing very solid softball throughout the last 5 weeks, doesn't guarantee things won't get tough. We have to play 1 game at a time, stay focused, keep our heads up, and give 100% until the last out of the game. - Kyle Hedges
Record: 13 – 9
Up Next: @ Meador Park, 7-14-08 – 7:15 & 8:30; @ Meador Park 7-21-08 – 6:00 & 8:30
10U
Friday 7-11-08. v. Jenkins. Win - 8 – 1 (Winning Pitcher - Sydney Julien, 2 shutout innings, AnnaMarie McGlone also pitched). Jenna Halbrook, Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, Alexis Miller, and Mackenzie Austin each had one hit.
Our girls came out ready to play. We had strong pitching by both girls which helped in the victory. – Nathan Rothdiener
Morrisville Tournament: Saturday 7-12-08
BSC vs. Pleasant Hope. (game 1) Win - 3 – 2 (Winning Pitcher, Sydney Julien, 7 K’s). Sydney Julien, Jenna Halbrook, Alexis Miller, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone, and Carissa Gooch each had one hit.
Pleasant Hope was a good test for our girls. They had a very good pitcher and hit the ball pretty well. Our defense once again led the way to our victory. We ran the bases well and put enough pressure on their defense to get the win.
BSC vs. Morrisville. (game 2) Lost 3-2, AnnaMarie McGlone had 11 k’s in a losing effort. Jenna Halbrook, Kennedy Hedges and Taylor Sechler had one hit each.
Morrisville's pitcher pitched a heck of a game. Our girls couldn’t get much going on the offensive side; we had trouble getting the ball in play. Defensively we played well enough and put ourselves in a position to win the game but came just a little short. I'm proud of the way the girls played in this tournament, it was a good test for them. Hopefully we can learn from this loss and continue to improve. Our winning streak ended at 21. That is an incredible number, regardless of the age group or level of competition.
Record: 24 – 6; 15 – 3 in player pitch.
Up next: Monday 7-14-08, @ Ewing Park, 6:00 & 7:00; 7-21-08, @ Ewing Park, 6:00, 7:00, & 8:00
12U
Thursday 7-10-08 BSC v. Springfield Parkcrest Angels. W 14-0 (winning pitcher – Abby Toler)
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler 2 hits (double); Jaelyn Halbrook, 2 hits (double); Brook Townsend, double; Brittany Briggs
We played well defensively and ran the bases well. Our girls continue to stay disciplined at the plate and take what the pitcher and defense gives us. We walked 11 times to 1 strikeout. When we had opportunities to put the ball in play, we hit the ball well. – Jamie Halbrook
BSC v. Springfield Chill T – 7 – 7
Leading Hitters: Anna Pitts 3 hits, Taylor Sechler 2 hits, Abby Toler 2 hits, and Jaelyn Halbrook 1 hit.
We came out strong and took a 7-1 lead into the 5th, but we had some breakdowns defensively when they tied it up in the 5th and we could not get a run across in the bottom half and we ended in a tie. The girls were very upset about “losing” which is a great sign for the future. We have not lost a game since the middle of June and winning is becoming a very good habit. – Jamie Halbrook
Bolivar Softball Club took a combined Blue and Gold team to play 12U in Morrisville Saturday 7-12-08 (2nd Place Finish)
GM 1 – v. Buffalo W, 7 – 3 (Winning Pitcher Alyssa Kelley, 5 K)
Leading Hitters: Taylor Sechler, Anna Pitts (double), Jaelyn Halbrook, (triple), and Brandi Cline.
Our girls trailed 3-1 going into the 3rd, but responded by scoring 6 to get the win. It was good to see aggressive base running and aggressive play defensively. We did not have a lot of pitches to swing at, but when we did, we preformed fairly well.
GM 2 – v. Morrisville L, 12 – 3
Leading hitters: Taylor Sechler and Anna Pitts had hits.
We did not play the brand of softball we had been playing. We were on our heels at the plate and in the field. We only had 6 base runners and half of them scored; we have to put more people on base to keep the pressure on the defense. We played tentative and the score shows that is not what suits us. We have to be aggressive and use our speed and strength. 5 of our 9 outs (time limit) were strikeouts.
Record: 17 – 3 – 2
Up next: @ Meador Park 7-17-08, 7:15 & 8:30; @ Meador Park 7-24-08, 6:00 and 8:30
14U, Friday July 11 make up games, Springfield League, Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U vs. Diamonds
W 11-4
Leading Hitters: Peyton Peavey 1-1 (2B), Mariah Periman 1-2 (3B), Becca Roweton 1-1
Pitching: Brittany Wood 1IP, 2K Peyton Peavey 1IP, 1K, 3BB Taylor Hedges 1IP, 2K
Game 2, BSC 14U vs. Chaos
L 1-10
Leading Hitters: Peyton Peavey 2-2 (2B), Brittany Wood 1-2 (2B)
Pitching: Brittany Wood 5 1/3 IP, 6K, 6BB Taylor Hedges 2/3IP, 1K, 1BB
We started out the evening playing a solid game against the Diamonds, beating them for the 3rd straight time. But things went downhill from there. We struggled both offensively and defensively against Chaos. We couldn't get runners on base to make anything happen. We got down a few runs early, then it seemed the girls just lost their confidence, and then the wheels really fell off. I think/hope the girls learned something from this, that playing very solid softball throughout the last 5 weeks, doesn't guarantee things won't get tough. We have to play 1 game at a time, stay focused, keep our heads up, and give 100% until the last out of the game. - Kyle Hedges
Record: 13 – 9
Up Next: @ Meador Park, 7-14-08 – 7:15 & 8:30; @ Meador Park 7-21-08 – 6:00 & 8:30
Friday, July 11, 2008
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Bolivar 14U/10U Monday Update
Bolivar Softball Club 14’s and 10’s stay hot
Game 1, BSC 14U v. Strafford Lady Indians
W 6-2
Hitters: Brittany Wood 1-1 (2B), Summer Rash 1-2 (2B)
Pitching: Brittany Wood 5IP, 5K, 7BB record 9-6
Game 2, BSC 14U v. Springfield Diamonds
W 8-2
Hitters: Brandi Kolody 1-2 (2B), Mariah Periman 1-3 (HR), 5 other girls added 1 hit each
Pitching: Taylor Hedges 5IP, 5K, 3BB record 3-1
The girls played very well last night. Defensively we only had 1 miscue in 10 innings, and offensively we put 30 balls in play. These girls have won 11 of their last 13 and continue to improve every week. During the Diamonds game, we entered the bottom of the 4th inning tied at 2-2. Our bats lit up, and we scored the maximum 6 runs allowed. Brandi Kolody drove in 2 of those runs with a double. The last 2 runs were the result of a 2 run home run by Mariah Periman. Mariah really found the center of the ball during her at-bat. It was a great way to end the inning. - Kyle Hedges
Up Next: Friday 7-11-08, @ Meador Park, 6 & 8:30; Monday 7-14-08, @ Meador Park, 7:15 & 8:30.
Record: 12-8
Game 1, BSC 10U v. Springfield Panthers
Win – 13 – 5
Hitters: Mackenzie Austin (2); Kennedy Hedges (2); AnnaMarie McGlone (3); Aleena DeRossett (2); Katelyn Warren (2); Alexis Miller (2); Sydney Julien (2); Miranda Lightfoot (2).
Game 2, BSC 10U v. Springfield Lady Vultures
Win – 9 – 3
Hitters: Sydney Julien, Katelyn Warren, Alexis Miller (2B), AnnaMarie McGlone (2B), Aleena DeRossett, and Mackenzie Austin (2B) 2 hits each; Miranda Lightfoot 3 hits.
We hit the ball very well tonight, but our defense is what won the games. The Panthers hit the ball very well, and seemed to have runners on all night, but we made some very good plays, and some even better throws to keep them from taking advantage. It seemed that we just kept getting outs at the right time. They were a nice challenge for us, but we finished strong and completed our 19th straight win. – Nathan Rothdiener
Up Next: Friday, YMCA @ 6 (Championship); Saturday @ Morrisville Tournament; Monday 7-14-08 @ Ewing Park, 6:00 & 7:00.
Record: 23 – 5, (13-2 Player pitch; 10 – 3 Coach Pitch)
Monday, July 7, 2008
12U Blue
12U Blue Wins 2, Improves to 16-3-1
7-3-08, @ Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 12U Blue v Lady Gators
W 18-3 Winning Pitcher – Karli Duren
Leading hitters: Anna Pitts, Jaelyn Halbrook, Karli Duren, Brook Townsend, and Alyssa Kelley.
We played good defense and pitched pretty well, allowing 1 hit. We showed good discipline at the plate by drawing 19 walks. Jamie Halbrook.
Game 2, BSC 12U Blue v Ozark Hornets
W 11-2
Leading hitters: Sammy Jacobson (2), Taylor Sechler (2 hits, 2B), Anna Pitts (2); Jaelyn Halbrook (triple).
Pitching: Alyssa Kelley
We have won 7 in a row and are playing good softball right now. We hope to continue playing good defense, pitching, and putting pressure on the defense when we hit.
Team record: 16-3-1
Up next: @ Meador Park Thursday July 10 @ 7:15 and 8:30
7-3-08, @ Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 12U Blue v Lady Gators
W 18-3 Winning Pitcher – Karli Duren
Leading hitters: Anna Pitts, Jaelyn Halbrook, Karli Duren, Brook Townsend, and Alyssa Kelley.
We played good defense and pitched pretty well, allowing 1 hit. We showed good discipline at the plate by drawing 19 walks. Jamie Halbrook.
Game 2, BSC 12U Blue v Ozark Hornets
W 11-2
Leading hitters: Sammy Jacobson (2), Taylor Sechler (2 hits, 2B), Anna Pitts (2); Jaelyn Halbrook (triple).
Pitching: Alyssa Kelley
We have won 7 in a row and are playing good softball right now. We hope to continue playing good defense, pitching, and putting pressure on the defense when we hit.
Team record: 16-3-1
Up next: @ Meador Park Thursday July 10 @ 7:15 and 8:30
Thursday, July 3, 2008
14U and 10U update
14U Sweeps Double Header
6-30-08, @ Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U v Springfield Diamonds
W 12-2
Leading hitters: Mariah Periman 2-3 (2B), Peyton Peavey 1-2 (2B), Taylor Hedges 1-2 (2B)
Pitching: Brittany Wood (WP), Taylor Hedges, Mariah Periman
Game 2, BSC 14U v Chaos
W 3-2
Leading hitters: Sarah Magana 2-2 (3B), Lynsi VanTassell 1-2, Peyton Peavey 1-2, Summer Rash 1-2
Pitching: Brittany Wood, 5 IP, 5K, 5BB Wood's record: 8-6
Team record: 10-8
We have improved so much in the last month that we look like a completely different team. Lead by another great pitching outing by Wood, we played well defensively, and continued our approach at the plate of putting a lot of balls in play, forcing the opposing team to make plays. With very similar pitchers, it comes down to whichever team plays the best defense wins, and last night, that was Bolivar. - Kyle Hedges
Up next: @ Meador Park Monday July 7
6-30-08, @ Ewing Park
10U Team sweeps 3
Game 1, v. Springfield Crushers
Win 18 – 5
Leading Hitters: Sydney Julien, Kaylie Rothdiener, Kennedy Hedges 3 Hits each; Jenna Halbrook, Katelynn Warren, Miranda Lighfoot, Mackenzie Austin, Alexis Miller, Brionna Halverson, and Carissa Gooch 2 hits each;
Game 2, v. Marshfield Sliders
Win – 18 – 0
Leading Hitters: Brionna Halverson, Alexis Miller (2 doubles), Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone (double), 3 hits each. Aleena DeRossett, Carissa Gooch, Miranda Lightfoot, Katelynn Warren, Kaylie Rothdiener, and Jenna Halbrook 2 hits each.
Game 3, v. Ozark Thunder Dogs
Win – 15 – 3
Leading Hitters: Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone (double), Aleena DeRossett, Alexis Miller (double), Katelynn Warren 3 hits each. Miranda Lightfoot, Kaylie Rothdiener, Jenna Halbrook, Carissa Gooch, and Brionna Halverson, 2 hits each.
This group is playing very well right now. We have won 17 consecutive games and the expectations for this team continue to grow. Our focus is on identifying mistakes, making corrections, playing the game, and having fun. Player development is the key to this team. Our girls respond well to instruction and continue to make progress. I am very proud of their hustle and defense; tonight we recorded a double play, our 3rd of the season. These girls are proud of their defense and it shows. Nathan Rothdiener
Overall Record 21-5Springfield League Record 8-3YMCA 8-0Up next: @ YMCA, Friday July 11 (Tournament Championship); @ Springfield Monday July 7.
6-30-08, @ Meador Park
Game 1, BSC 14U v Springfield Diamonds
W 12-2
Leading hitters: Mariah Periman 2-3 (2B), Peyton Peavey 1-2 (2B), Taylor Hedges 1-2 (2B)
Pitching: Brittany Wood (WP), Taylor Hedges, Mariah Periman
Game 2, BSC 14U v Chaos
W 3-2
Leading hitters: Sarah Magana 2-2 (3B), Lynsi VanTassell 1-2, Peyton Peavey 1-2, Summer Rash 1-2
Pitching: Brittany Wood, 5 IP, 5K, 5BB Wood's record: 8-6
Team record: 10-8
We have improved so much in the last month that we look like a completely different team. Lead by another great pitching outing by Wood, we played well defensively, and continued our approach at the plate of putting a lot of balls in play, forcing the opposing team to make plays. With very similar pitchers, it comes down to whichever team plays the best defense wins, and last night, that was Bolivar. - Kyle Hedges
Up next: @ Meador Park Monday July 7
6-30-08, @ Ewing Park
10U Team sweeps 3
Game 1, v. Springfield Crushers
Win 18 – 5
Leading Hitters: Sydney Julien, Kaylie Rothdiener, Kennedy Hedges 3 Hits each; Jenna Halbrook, Katelynn Warren, Miranda Lighfoot, Mackenzie Austin, Alexis Miller, Brionna Halverson, and Carissa Gooch 2 hits each;
Game 2, v. Marshfield Sliders
Win – 18 – 0
Leading Hitters: Brionna Halverson, Alexis Miller (2 doubles), Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone (double), 3 hits each. Aleena DeRossett, Carissa Gooch, Miranda Lightfoot, Katelynn Warren, Kaylie Rothdiener, and Jenna Halbrook 2 hits each.
Game 3, v. Ozark Thunder Dogs
Win – 15 – 3
Leading Hitters: Sydney Julien, Kennedy Hedges, AnnaMarie McGlone (double), Aleena DeRossett, Alexis Miller (double), Katelynn Warren 3 hits each. Miranda Lightfoot, Kaylie Rothdiener, Jenna Halbrook, Carissa Gooch, and Brionna Halverson, 2 hits each.
This group is playing very well right now. We have won 17 consecutive games and the expectations for this team continue to grow. Our focus is on identifying mistakes, making corrections, playing the game, and having fun. Player development is the key to this team. Our girls respond well to instruction and continue to make progress. I am very proud of their hustle and defense; tonight we recorded a double play, our 3rd of the season. These girls are proud of their defense and it shows. Nathan Rothdiener
Overall Record 21-5Springfield League Record 8-3YMCA 8-0Up next: @ YMCA, Friday July 11 (Tournament Championship); @ Springfield Monday July 7.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Update on 12 Blue and 12 Gold plus Rosters
Thursday, June 26, 12U Blue Springfield League games
Game 1, 12 Blue vs Ozark Express
W 6-5
Leading Hitters: Sammy Jacobson 2-2, HR;
Winning Pitching: Abby Toler, 4 IP, 5K
We were down 5-0 in the 3rd when Sammy led off with a HR to make it 5-1; That got us going. Jaelyn Halbrook and Brook Townsend both singled and scored in the inning to make it 5-3. We held in the top of the 4th as time expired. Toler, Anna Pitts, and Jacobson each had hits in the last inning and we tied the score on a bases loaded walk by Randi Hancock, and won the game on a bases loaded walk by Alyssa Kelley. We did not play very well for more than 2 innings, but we found a way to come back as time expired and got the win. – Jamie Halbrook
Game 2, 12 Blue vs Parkcrest Angels
W 12-2
Leading Hitters: Sammy Jacobson 2-2, HR; Jaelyn Halbrook 2-2, double; Karli Duren 2-2, double; Anna Pitts, Brook Townsend, and Brittany Briggs also had hits.
Winning Pitching: Karli Duren, 3K
We came out and played well from the first pitch. I am proud of our girls. They are learning the game and playing hard. Jamie Halbrook
Overall Record: 14 – 3 – 1
League Record: 9 – 0 – 1
Upcoming schedule: Thursday July 3, Springfield League 6:00, 7:15.
12 Blue Roster
Brittany Briggs
Karli Duren
Jaelyn Halbrook
Randi Hancock
Sammy Jacobson
Alyssa Kelley
Anna Pitts
Taylor Sechler
Abby Toler
Brook Townsend
Makalyn Wheelbarger
12 Gold Roster
Breanna Barber
Mikayla Buckner
Brandi Cline
Jessica Cox
Megan Elliott
Tauri Hale
Mackenzie Hartley
Macy Hitchcock
Kristin Parsons
Haley Rausch
Lauren Vess
Haleigh Wallace
Game 1, 12 Blue vs Ozark Express
W 6-5
Leading Hitters: Sammy Jacobson 2-2, HR;
Winning Pitching: Abby Toler, 4 IP, 5K
We were down 5-0 in the 3rd when Sammy led off with a HR to make it 5-1; That got us going. Jaelyn Halbrook and Brook Townsend both singled and scored in the inning to make it 5-3. We held in the top of the 4th as time expired. Toler, Anna Pitts, and Jacobson each had hits in the last inning and we tied the score on a bases loaded walk by Randi Hancock, and won the game on a bases loaded walk by Alyssa Kelley. We did not play very well for more than 2 innings, but we found a way to come back as time expired and got the win. – Jamie Halbrook
Game 2, 12 Blue vs Parkcrest Angels
W 12-2
Leading Hitters: Sammy Jacobson 2-2, HR; Jaelyn Halbrook 2-2, double; Karli Duren 2-2, double; Anna Pitts, Brook Townsend, and Brittany Briggs also had hits.
Winning Pitching: Karli Duren, 3K
We came out and played well from the first pitch. I am proud of our girls. They are learning the game and playing hard. Jamie Halbrook
Overall Record: 14 – 3 – 1
League Record: 9 – 0 – 1
Upcoming schedule: Thursday July 3, Springfield League 6:00, 7:15.
12 Blue Roster
Brittany Briggs
Karli Duren
Jaelyn Halbrook
Randi Hancock
Sammy Jacobson
Alyssa Kelley
Anna Pitts
Taylor Sechler
Abby Toler
Brook Townsend
Makalyn Wheelbarger
12 Gold Roster
Breanna Barber
Mikayla Buckner
Brandi Cline
Jessica Cox
Megan Elliott
Tauri Hale
Mackenzie Hartley
Macy Hitchcock
Kristin Parsons
Haley Rausch
Lauren Vess
Haleigh Wallace
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