Liberty
Thursday June 25 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Springfield Shox L 6-4;
Hits: Haley Rauch (2); Taylor Sechler double; Brook Townsend (2); Breanna Barber;
We didn’t show the discipline at the plate that we needed early in the game. We had some hits and baserunners, we just could not capitalize when we had to have it. We played well defensively and pitched well. (Jamie Halbrook)
Game 2 v. Ozark Crush L 4-1;
Hits: Delpha Miller; Haley Rauch; Taylor Sechler;
We continued good pitching and defense, the Crush just did a better job tonight. We struggled getting through the lineup the first time. I think had we been able to get through earlier we would have had a different outcome. (Jamie Halbrook)
Record 6-5; Up next: Wednesday July 1 @ BHS Field v. Morrisville @ 5; v. Pleasant Hope @ 7:30; Thursday July 2 @ Meador Park 6 & 7:15
Patriots
Thursday June 25 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Turbulence. L, 9-8; Sydney Julien struck out 6
Hits: Sydndy Julien, Kaylie Rothdiener, and AnnaMarie McGlone each had a hit.
The girls fought hard and re-captured the lead with a great rally in the fourth but the turbulence hit the ball well tonight, putting several in the gaps." Nathan Rothdiener
Game 2 v. Lady Irish. W, 12-5; AnnaMarie McGlone struck out 8
Hits: Aleena Derossett and Katelynn Warren had a pair of hits and McGlone added a triple...
"The girls bounced back after a tough loss and hit the ball extremely well and played solid defense." Nathan Rothdiener
Record 5-6; Up next: Wednesday July @ BHS Field v. Morrisville @ 6:15; v. Pleasant Hope @ 8:45; Thursday July 2 @ Meador Park 6 & 7:15
BSC Patriots Select (Combination of the Patriots and Liberators)
June 27 & 28 @ Joplin (3-3, 2nd place)
Saturday:
Game 1 v. Missouri Wildcats: lost 10 - 0 Sydney Julien struck out 2
Game 2 v. Welch, Oklahoma: Won 6 - 4 WP, Sydney Julien struck out 7
Hits: Sydney Julien had a double and a single; AnnaMarie McGlone had a triple, Kaylie Rothdiener had a single.
Game 3 v. Neosho Storm: Won 5 - 4 Sydney Julien struck out 5, AnnaMarie struck out 3
Hits: Kaylie Rothdiener had a double and a single, Jenna Halbrook, AnnaMarie McGlone, Kennedy Hedges, Miranda Lightfoot and Aleena DeRossett all had singles...
Sunday:
Game 4 v. Missouri Wildcats: Lost 12 - 2 Sydney Julien and AnnaMarie Mcglone each struck out 1 batter...McGlone hit a Home Run.
Game 5 v. Welch: won 7 - 5 ...Sydney Julien struck out 8 batters
Hits: Kaylie Rothdiener had a Home Run and a single, Julien had 2 singles, Kennedy Hedges singled, and Jenna Halbrook had a game winning Home Run.
Championship Game
Game 6 v. Missouri Wildcats: Lost 6-2 Sydney Julien struck out 2... Jenna Halbrook singled
This was a good tournament for our girls. They did a wonderful job. They fought hard to win some games in some incredible heat. We faced some tough competition and learned a great deal about ourselves as players and as a team. We got our bats going and got some big hits and that carried over to make some big plays in the field. I'm so proud of the way they played and how they looked to get better every inning. (Nathan Rothdiener)
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
Thank You
My wonderful wife has reminded me of something where I usually fail. THANK YOU!
As we reach the half-way point of the season, I want to take a moment to say thanks.
First, Thank you to the Lord for all of the many talents the Bolivar Softball Club is so fortunate to enjoy and for the safety and protection He has provided. The Lord has blessed each and every one of us. It is AWESOME to serve such a mighty and loving Savior.
Secondly, Thank you to my best friend and soulmate for being such an integral part of the coaching and administration of the Club.
Next, Thank you to the coaches for their endless, tireless, and many times thankless work. You are all doing a good job, and the fruits of your work will be seen in the form of strikes, hits, outs, wins, and more importantly, successful young ladies in life.
Thank you to the fundraising committee for the behind the scenes work and the many ideas for keeping costs down and raising money. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the Relay for Life and to Greg Jaeger for his hard work putting everything together for the first time. Thanks to each and every member of the Fundraising Committee for orchestrating all of the events this season.
Thank you to the players for your dedication to becoming the best softball player you can become. We have a GREAT group of girls and I am proud to be a part of your lives. If the first half of the season is not what you have wanted it to be, make a decision right now to turn it around, have fun, and do your best at every practice and game. Hard work and dedication will pay off.
Thank you to the parents for the late nights, sweating while you just sit and watch, and for your commitment of helping your daughter participate. Poor coaching decisions, bad calls, and your daughter not performing to your expectations are all part of the experience, just like good coaching decisions, fortunate calls, rain outs, and your daughter being the star of the game.
Thank you to each and every participant in the Bolivar Softball Club. I believe that we are making good progress. Best wishes for the remainder of the season. See you at the ball park.
Coach Jay
As we reach the half-way point of the season, I want to take a moment to say thanks.
First, Thank you to the Lord for all of the many talents the Bolivar Softball Club is so fortunate to enjoy and for the safety and protection He has provided. The Lord has blessed each and every one of us. It is AWESOME to serve such a mighty and loving Savior.
Secondly, Thank you to my best friend and soulmate for being such an integral part of the coaching and administration of the Club.
Next, Thank you to the coaches for their endless, tireless, and many times thankless work. You are all doing a good job, and the fruits of your work will be seen in the form of strikes, hits, outs, wins, and more importantly, successful young ladies in life.
Thank you to the fundraising committee for the behind the scenes work and the many ideas for keeping costs down and raising money. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the Relay for Life and to Greg Jaeger for his hard work putting everything together for the first time. Thanks to each and every member of the Fundraising Committee for orchestrating all of the events this season.
Thank you to the players for your dedication to becoming the best softball player you can become. We have a GREAT group of girls and I am proud to be a part of your lives. If the first half of the season is not what you have wanted it to be, make a decision right now to turn it around, have fun, and do your best at every practice and game. Hard work and dedication will pay off.
Thank you to the parents for the late nights, sweating while you just sit and watch, and for your commitment of helping your daughter participate. Poor coaching decisions, bad calls, and your daughter not performing to your expectations are all part of the experience, just like good coaching decisions, fortunate calls, rain outs, and your daughter being the star of the game.
Thank you to each and every participant in the Bolivar Softball Club. I believe that we are making good progress. Best wishes for the remainder of the season. See you at the ball park.
Coach Jay
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
BSC Midweek Update 6-24-09
Storm/Revolution update
Tuesday June 23 @ Meador Park.
Game 1 v. Republic, W, 6-4, Brittany Wood WP
Hits: Addie Murders 2, (triple), Megan Vest (3 RBI); Rachel Schrader 2 (double) (2 RBI); Ashley Payne;
Game 2 v. Lady Chiefs, W, 20-0, Alyssa Kelley WP
Hits: Haleigh Brown 2; Jaelyn Halbrook; Addie Murders; Ashley Payne; Summer Rash 2; Taylor Hedges
We are hitting the ball much better. Brittany is pitching very well and our defense is solid. Any win over Republic is a good win. I am proud of the way our girls are representing Bolivar. We played good softball tonight. We won or tied every inning tonight which is a good formula for winning softball. We just need to take this approach every day and good things will continue to happen. (Jay Halbrook)
Record: 5-5; Up next: 6 Wednesday @ Ash Grove v. Ash Grove; 8:30, Tuesday June 30 @ Meador Park & 8:30 Wednesday July 1 @ AG
Freedom update
Monday, June 22 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Angels W, 3-0 Megan Elliott, WP
Hits: 0; we put the ball in play and they struggled getting outs in the 1st inning. Megan pitched a great game and our defense was good enough to keep them from scoring. They had a 2 out triple in the 4th but could not get the run across.
Game 2. v. Angels W, 12-7 Abby Toler, WP in relief;
Hits: Sammy Jacobson, Jaelyn Halbrook (double).
The Angels had a tough time throwing strikes and we had 16 walks or HBP; We were able to score 6 in the top of the last inning to come from behind and give ourselves a cushion and get the win. The Angels feed the Kickapoo program. We are still making progress and when we start hitting like we are capable, we will be a force. (Jay Halbrook)
Record: 5-4-1; Up next Monday @ Meador Park 6 & 8:30;
Liberators update
Monday, June 22 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Funky Monkeys W, 29-1
Hits: Mackenzie Austin 5 hits (double); Sydney Negley 5 hits (3 doubles); Libby Vess 3 hits (double); Jaeden Sharp 4 hits; Jacey Follis 4 hits; Miranda Lightfoot 3 hits (double); Carsyn Julien 3 hits; Darci Cline 4 hits (double); Lauryn Lorimore 4 hits; Syndey Kirby 2 hits (double)
Game 2 v. Groovy Girls W, 25-1
Hits: Mackenzie Austin 5 hits (3 doubles); Sydney Negley 3 hits; Libby Vess 4 hits (3 doubles); Jaeden Sharp 3 hits; Jacey Follis 3 hits; Miranda Lightfoot 3 hits (double & triple); Carsyn Julien 3 hits; Darci Cline 4 hits; Lauryn Lorimore 3 hits; Syndey Kirby 3 hits.
The girls are swinging the bats very aggressively right now. Other teams are having a difficult time defending against us. We are hitting the ball consistently and very hard. We are also playing outstanding defense. We are learning what to do to win and playing very hard. It is difficult to imagine scoring 54 runs on 67 hits regardless of the age level or division (Jamie Halbrook).
Record: 7-1; Up next Monday @ Meador Park 8 & 9
Tuesday June 23 @ Meador Park.
Game 1 v. Republic, W, 6-4, Brittany Wood WP
Hits: Addie Murders 2, (triple), Megan Vest (3 RBI); Rachel Schrader 2 (double) (2 RBI); Ashley Payne;
Game 2 v. Lady Chiefs, W, 20-0, Alyssa Kelley WP
Hits: Haleigh Brown 2; Jaelyn Halbrook; Addie Murders; Ashley Payne; Summer Rash 2; Taylor Hedges
We are hitting the ball much better. Brittany is pitching very well and our defense is solid. Any win over Republic is a good win. I am proud of the way our girls are representing Bolivar. We played good softball tonight. We won or tied every inning tonight which is a good formula for winning softball. We just need to take this approach every day and good things will continue to happen. (Jay Halbrook)
Record: 5-5; Up next: 6 Wednesday @ Ash Grove v. Ash Grove; 8:30, Tuesday June 30 @ Meador Park & 8:30 Wednesday July 1 @ AG
Freedom update
Monday, June 22 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Angels W, 3-0 Megan Elliott, WP
Hits: 0; we put the ball in play and they struggled getting outs in the 1st inning. Megan pitched a great game and our defense was good enough to keep them from scoring. They had a 2 out triple in the 4th but could not get the run across.
Game 2. v. Angels W, 12-7 Abby Toler, WP in relief;
Hits: Sammy Jacobson, Jaelyn Halbrook (double).
The Angels had a tough time throwing strikes and we had 16 walks or HBP; We were able to score 6 in the top of the last inning to come from behind and give ourselves a cushion and get the win. The Angels feed the Kickapoo program. We are still making progress and when we start hitting like we are capable, we will be a force. (Jay Halbrook)
Record: 5-4-1; Up next Monday @ Meador Park 6 & 8:30;
Liberators update
Monday, June 22 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Funky Monkeys W, 29-1
Hits: Mackenzie Austin 5 hits (double); Sydney Negley 5 hits (3 doubles); Libby Vess 3 hits (double); Jaeden Sharp 4 hits; Jacey Follis 4 hits; Miranda Lightfoot 3 hits (double); Carsyn Julien 3 hits; Darci Cline 4 hits (double); Lauryn Lorimore 4 hits; Syndey Kirby 2 hits (double)
Game 2 v. Groovy Girls W, 25-1
Hits: Mackenzie Austin 5 hits (3 doubles); Sydney Negley 3 hits; Libby Vess 4 hits (3 doubles); Jaeden Sharp 3 hits; Jacey Follis 3 hits; Miranda Lightfoot 3 hits (double & triple); Carsyn Julien 3 hits; Darci Cline 4 hits; Lauryn Lorimore 3 hits; Syndey Kirby 3 hits.
The girls are swinging the bats very aggressively right now. Other teams are having a difficult time defending against us. We are hitting the ball consistently and very hard. We are also playing outstanding defense. We are learning what to do to win and playing very hard. It is difficult to imagine scoring 54 runs on 67 hits regardless of the age level or division (Jamie Halbrook).
Record: 7-1; Up next Monday @ Meador Park 8 & 9
Monday, June 22, 2009
Softball Nutrition Tips by Marc Dagenais
Softball Nutrition Tips to Perform at Your Best!
by Marc Dagenais
Here are a few softball nutrition tips to be at your best on the field:
- Drink a lot of water. You’ve heard that hundreds of time for a good reason: water does wonder to the body. You should always carry a bottle of water with you. As a rule of thumb, try to have at least 7-8 glasses of water a day.
- Coffee increases alertness. Every sports nutritionist will tell you that coffee dehydrates and that it should be consumed in moderation. However, taken in moderation, coffee can help you increase performance because it increases your alertness. Sharp alertness is crucial to react quickly defensively or read the trajectory of a pitch and decide whether or not you want to swing at it when you are at the plate.
- Don’t over do energy drinks like Red Bull; they are quick fixes. Try not to become dependant. They are full of chemicals that your body doesn’t like.
- Go for Sports drinks like Gatorade and Powerade. They are designed for athletes and have been engineered not only to hydrate but also to provide real energy (carbohydrates) and replace electrolytes. You should definitely consider taking sports drinks especially if you are going to quite active for more than 90 minutes.
- Never go hungry! Softball requires mental sharpness, alertness and quick judgment to perform. Your brain lives off blood glucose exclusively. Blood glucose is sugar or carbohydrates circulating in your bloodstreams. When you are hungry, your blood glucose is low which means that you have a low functioning brain and reduced mental sharpness, alertness and judgment. This is especially important when you play several games in a day. Make sure to feed yourself on a regular basis.
- Coffee, sodas, juice and tea don’t count! As you know, you need to keep yourself well-hydrated and these drinks won’t do it as they more are likely to do the exact opposite: dehydrate you. To stay well-hydrated, rely on water and sports drinks.
- Juice up your performance. The simple act of juicing will take your physical performance to another level. Eight ounces of vegetable juice a day is the simplest, most cost-effective and powerful way to boost your health nutritionally. The best part is that even if you don’t eat all your veggies every day, you can just drink them in five minutes!
- Eat something right after you exercise. You should always eat something within 15-30 minutes of the end of your workouts, practices, and games. Doing so will accelerate your recovery because at that time, your body is starving for energy and nutrients to recover and regenerate itself. Choose high-quality foods. A mix of complex carbohydrates and protein is the ideal.
Nutrition really does make a difference when you play lots of game in a short period of time...
by Marc Dagenais
Here are a few softball nutrition tips to be at your best on the field:
- Drink a lot of water. You’ve heard that hundreds of time for a good reason: water does wonder to the body. You should always carry a bottle of water with you. As a rule of thumb, try to have at least 7-8 glasses of water a day.
- Coffee increases alertness. Every sports nutritionist will tell you that coffee dehydrates and that it should be consumed in moderation. However, taken in moderation, coffee can help you increase performance because it increases your alertness. Sharp alertness is crucial to react quickly defensively or read the trajectory of a pitch and decide whether or not you want to swing at it when you are at the plate.
- Don’t over do energy drinks like Red Bull; they are quick fixes. Try not to become dependant. They are full of chemicals that your body doesn’t like.
- Go for Sports drinks like Gatorade and Powerade. They are designed for athletes and have been engineered not only to hydrate but also to provide real energy (carbohydrates) and replace electrolytes. You should definitely consider taking sports drinks especially if you are going to quite active for more than 90 minutes.
- Never go hungry! Softball requires mental sharpness, alertness and quick judgment to perform. Your brain lives off blood glucose exclusively. Blood glucose is sugar or carbohydrates circulating in your bloodstreams. When you are hungry, your blood glucose is low which means that you have a low functioning brain and reduced mental sharpness, alertness and judgment. This is especially important when you play several games in a day. Make sure to feed yourself on a regular basis.
- Coffee, sodas, juice and tea don’t count! As you know, you need to keep yourself well-hydrated and these drinks won’t do it as they more are likely to do the exact opposite: dehydrate you. To stay well-hydrated, rely on water and sports drinks.
- Juice up your performance. The simple act of juicing will take your physical performance to another level. Eight ounces of vegetable juice a day is the simplest, most cost-effective and powerful way to boost your health nutritionally. The best part is that even if you don’t eat all your veggies every day, you can just drink them in five minutes!
- Eat something right after you exercise. You should always eat something within 15-30 minutes of the end of your workouts, practices, and games. Doing so will accelerate your recovery because at that time, your body is starving for energy and nutrients to recover and regenerate itself. Choose high-quality foods. A mix of complex carbohydrates and protein is the ideal.
Nutrition really does make a difference when you play lots of game in a short period of time...
BSC Updates
Storm/Revolution update
Thursday June 18 @ Ash Grove makeup from June 10.
Continuation of the Aurora game: L, 6-4
Bottom of 3rd trailing 5-2 with a runner on 2nd and 2 outs, Aurora scored to make the score 6-2. As time was running out we loaded the bases in the top of 4. We loaded the bases and with 2 outs, Jaelyn Halbrook got a hit that scored 2.
Hits: Brittany Milligan, Jaelyn Halbrook
Game 2 v. Buffalo, W, 6-0, Brittany Wood WP
Hits: Summer Rash
We did a good job of putting pressure on Aurora to give ourselves a chance to win. Against Buffalo, we had some good at bats and drew 7 walks or hit by pitch. We capitalized on mistakes and pushed across enough runs to get the win. Brittany did a good job of throwing strikes and our defense played well behind her. We are making progress. Coach Jay
Record: 3-5; Up next: 7:15 & 8:30 Tuesday @ Meador Park; 6 Wednesday @ Ash Grove v. Ash Grove
Liberty update
Thursday June 18 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Lady Rebels W, 10-7 Abby Toler, WP
Hits: Delpha Miller double;
We took what they gave us; The Lady Rebels issued 12 walks; We did a great job of being disciplined at the plate and trusting in each other to get the hit.
Game 2. v. PBSG Diamonds W, 18-1 Abby Toler, WP
Hits: Delpha Miller 3 hits (GS & Double); Haley Rauch 2 hits (Double); Taylor Sechler Double; Abby Toler; Brittany Briggs 2 hits; Haleigh Wallace hit; Lauren Vess 2 doubles; Tauri Hale 2 hits
The girls came out swinging, Delpha Miller had a great night. 8 RBI on the night with the big swing being the Grand Slam. I am proud of the way we hit the ball tonight. Up and down the lineup we had hits. We had 5 doubles which is an indication that we are running the bases hard too. We are playing good softball right now.
Record: 6-3; Up next Thursday June 25 @ Meador Park 7:15 & 8:30; Liberty Wednesday @ BHS Field; 5 & 7:30 v. Morrisville and Pleasant Hope)
Patriots Update
Thursday June 18 @ Meador Park
Patriots vs. the Ozark Hornets...Lost 7 - 0 ....AnnaMarie McGlone struck out 5 in a losing effort to Ozark....Our girls played better than what the score reflects....we had a couple of bad breaks come our way and struggled getting the bats going....(Coach Nathan Rothdiener)
Patriots vs. Wickman's...Won 17 - 1...Sydney Julien struck out 8 batters in the winning effort. Mackenzie Hartley led the team with a couple of hits including a triple....
We are making improvements. We need to get our bats going and play with confidence.
Record: 4-5; Up next: Wednesday 6:15 & 8:45 @ BHS Field & Thursday 6 & 8:30 @ Meador Park
Thursday June 18 @ Ash Grove makeup from June 10.
Continuation of the Aurora game: L, 6-4
Bottom of 3rd trailing 5-2 with a runner on 2nd and 2 outs, Aurora scored to make the score 6-2. As time was running out we loaded the bases in the top of 4. We loaded the bases and with 2 outs, Jaelyn Halbrook got a hit that scored 2.
Hits: Brittany Milligan, Jaelyn Halbrook
Game 2 v. Buffalo, W, 6-0, Brittany Wood WP
Hits: Summer Rash
We did a good job of putting pressure on Aurora to give ourselves a chance to win. Against Buffalo, we had some good at bats and drew 7 walks or hit by pitch. We capitalized on mistakes and pushed across enough runs to get the win. Brittany did a good job of throwing strikes and our defense played well behind her. We are making progress. Coach Jay
Record: 3-5; Up next: 7:15 & 8:30 Tuesday @ Meador Park; 6 Wednesday @ Ash Grove v. Ash Grove
Liberty update
Thursday June 18 @ Meador Park
Game 1 v. Lady Rebels W, 10-7 Abby Toler, WP
Hits: Delpha Miller double;
We took what they gave us; The Lady Rebels issued 12 walks; We did a great job of being disciplined at the plate and trusting in each other to get the hit.
Game 2. v. PBSG Diamonds W, 18-1 Abby Toler, WP
Hits: Delpha Miller 3 hits (GS & Double); Haley Rauch 2 hits (Double); Taylor Sechler Double; Abby Toler; Brittany Briggs 2 hits; Haleigh Wallace hit; Lauren Vess 2 doubles; Tauri Hale 2 hits
The girls came out swinging, Delpha Miller had a great night. 8 RBI on the night with the big swing being the Grand Slam. I am proud of the way we hit the ball tonight. Up and down the lineup we had hits. We had 5 doubles which is an indication that we are running the bases hard too. We are playing good softball right now.
Record: 6-3; Up next Thursday June 25 @ Meador Park 7:15 & 8:30; Liberty Wednesday @ BHS Field; 5 & 7:30 v. Morrisville and Pleasant Hope)
Patriots Update
Thursday June 18 @ Meador Park
Patriots vs. the Ozark Hornets...Lost 7 - 0 ....AnnaMarie McGlone struck out 5 in a losing effort to Ozark....Our girls played better than what the score reflects....we had a couple of bad breaks come our way and struggled getting the bats going....(Coach Nathan Rothdiener)
Patriots vs. Wickman's...Won 17 - 1...Sydney Julien struck out 8 batters in the winning effort. Mackenzie Hartley led the team with a couple of hits including a triple....
We are making improvements. We need to get our bats going and play with confidence.
Record: 4-5; Up next: Wednesday 6:15 & 8:45 @ BHS Field & Thursday 6 & 8:30 @ Meador Park
Friday, June 19, 2009
BSC Team Updates
Liberators
After Monday’s games improved to 5-1
Game 1 v. Ozark Crush W, 13-1; Mackenzie Austin 4 hits, Jacey Follis 2 hits, Miranda Lightfoot 2 hits, Jaeden Sharp 2 hits, Libby Vess, 2 hits, Sydney Negley 3 hits and a triple, Darci Cline 3 hits, Sydnee Kirby, Taylor Sullivan, Carsyn Julien and Jenna Halbrook each with hits
Game 2 v. Fair Grove W, 18-12; Jenna Halbrook hit, Mackenzie Austin 3 hits, Taylor Sullivan 3 hits, Syndey Negley 3 hits (2 triples), Libby Vess 3 hits (double and triple), Miranda Lightfoot hit, Darci Cline 3 hits, Jacey Follis hit, and Lauryn Lorimore hit. “These young ladies are hitting the ball very well right now. We are making good defensive plays. I am so very proud of how much we have improved. I am encouraged with the aggressiveness this team is showing right now. Keep it up ladies!” Coach Jamie Halbrook
Patriots
After Thursday night’s games we improved to 3 - 4 6/11/09 Meador Park in Springfield
Game 1 vs. Diamonds W - 16-7; AnnaMarie McGlone pitched 3 innings recording 7 strike outs in a winning effort improving her record to 2 - 2. Sydney Julien and Miranda Lightfoot led the offensive attack with hits. The Diamonds didn’t throw many strikes and we showed good patience at the plate.
Game 2 vs. Dolphins W - 18-1; Sydney Julien pitched 4 innings recording 7 strike outs in a winning effort and improving her record to 1 - 2. AnnaMarie McGlone lead with Patriots with 2 singles and a double. We put the ball in play well and capitalized on errors by their defense. We played defense well. Coach Nathan Rothdiener
Liberty
Thursday - 6-11-09
After Thursday’s games improved to 5-4 Game 1 v. Springfield Spirit W 11-6; Karli Duren WP; Taylor Sechler 2 hits; Brittany Briggs hit; We capitalized on walks and putting the ball in play. We ran the bases well and played well defensively;
Game 2 v. Irish W 16-3; Delpha Miller 2 hits; Karli Duren WP; Taylor Sechler hit; Haley Rauch double; Brook Townsend hit; Brandi Cline double; Tauri Hale double; Abby Toler double; Mikayln Wheelbarger hit. We continued playing good softball. Running the bases more aggressively, playing well defensively and putting the ball in play. Coach Jamie Halbrook
Freedom
Monday - 6-15-09 Meador Park in Springfield: Game 1 v. Parkcrest Angels W - 16-2; Taylor Hedges WP; Anna Pitts hit, Brandi Kolody 2 hits (HR); "We did a good job of taking what they were giving us tonight. We put the ball in play when we had the chance (10 walks). We ran the bases aggressively and played well defensively."
Game 2 v. Ozark Express T 1-1; Megan Elliott pitched very well; Anna Pitts hit; Sammy Jacobson hit; Abby Martin hit; "Ozark is a good team. We had chances to push across the winning run, but were denied. Megan pitched an outstanding game and our defense did a good job of getting the outs when they mattered most. Ozark pushed across their run in the first and we answered in the 3rd."
Record: 3-4-1 Up next - Monday @ Meador Park Storm/Revolution WED @ Ash Grove and THU @ Ash Grove to complete the 6-10 games
After Monday’s games improved to 5-1
Game 1 v. Ozark Crush W, 13-1; Mackenzie Austin 4 hits, Jacey Follis 2 hits, Miranda Lightfoot 2 hits, Jaeden Sharp 2 hits, Libby Vess, 2 hits, Sydney Negley 3 hits and a triple, Darci Cline 3 hits, Sydnee Kirby, Taylor Sullivan, Carsyn Julien and Jenna Halbrook each with hits
Game 2 v. Fair Grove W, 18-12; Jenna Halbrook hit, Mackenzie Austin 3 hits, Taylor Sullivan 3 hits, Syndey Negley 3 hits (2 triples), Libby Vess 3 hits (double and triple), Miranda Lightfoot hit, Darci Cline 3 hits, Jacey Follis hit, and Lauryn Lorimore hit. “These young ladies are hitting the ball very well right now. We are making good defensive plays. I am so very proud of how much we have improved. I am encouraged with the aggressiveness this team is showing right now. Keep it up ladies!” Coach Jamie Halbrook
Patriots
After Thursday night’s games we improved to 3 - 4 6/11/09 Meador Park in Springfield
Game 1 vs. Diamonds W - 16-7; AnnaMarie McGlone pitched 3 innings recording 7 strike outs in a winning effort improving her record to 2 - 2. Sydney Julien and Miranda Lightfoot led the offensive attack with hits. The Diamonds didn’t throw many strikes and we showed good patience at the plate.
Game 2 vs. Dolphins W - 18-1; Sydney Julien pitched 4 innings recording 7 strike outs in a winning effort and improving her record to 1 - 2. AnnaMarie McGlone lead with Patriots with 2 singles and a double. We put the ball in play well and capitalized on errors by their defense. We played defense well. Coach Nathan Rothdiener
Liberty
Thursday - 6-11-09
After Thursday’s games improved to 5-4 Game 1 v. Springfield Spirit W 11-6; Karli Duren WP; Taylor Sechler 2 hits; Brittany Briggs hit; We capitalized on walks and putting the ball in play. We ran the bases well and played well defensively;
Game 2 v. Irish W 16-3; Delpha Miller 2 hits; Karli Duren WP; Taylor Sechler hit; Haley Rauch double; Brook Townsend hit; Brandi Cline double; Tauri Hale double; Abby Toler double; Mikayln Wheelbarger hit. We continued playing good softball. Running the bases more aggressively, playing well defensively and putting the ball in play. Coach Jamie Halbrook
Freedom
Monday - 6-15-09 Meador Park in Springfield: Game 1 v. Parkcrest Angels W - 16-2; Taylor Hedges WP; Anna Pitts hit, Brandi Kolody 2 hits (HR); "We did a good job of taking what they were giving us tonight. We put the ball in play when we had the chance (10 walks). We ran the bases aggressively and played well defensively."
Game 2 v. Ozark Express T 1-1; Megan Elliott pitched very well; Anna Pitts hit; Sammy Jacobson hit; Abby Martin hit; "Ozark is a good team. We had chances to push across the winning run, but were denied. Megan pitched an outstanding game and our defense did a good job of getting the outs when they mattered most. Ozark pushed across their run in the first and we answered in the 3rd."
Record: 3-4-1 Up next - Monday @ Meador Park Storm/Revolution WED @ Ash Grove and THU @ Ash Grove to complete the 6-10 games
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Storm/Revolution and Freedom update
HS - Record 1-3
May 27
First night of games we missed some key players due to Track and Soccer. Lost to Walnut Grove and Glendale in the Ash Grove League. Addie Murders led the offense with 3 hits.
June 3
Week 2 opened with Buffalo and Bolivar got the win 9-2. Brittany Wood (WP) did a good job in the circle, walking 1 and hitting 1. We had no hits, however, we had some very good At Bats, ran the bases well and pushed across enough to get an important win.
Game 2: L - 10-0 to Pleasant Hope. Pleasant Hope scored 4 in the 3rd, 2 in the 4th, and 4 in the 6th to end the game. We put the ball in play much better tonight. We finally had a full roster present and took some good At Bats. We put the ball in play, we just could not get hit to break the ice. Julie Magaña had the only hit.
June 10
Storms ended the night with Bolivar trailing 5-2 to Aurora
Up next - Bolivar @ Ash Grove v. Marionville and Monett.
Freedom (14U) Record 2-4
June 1 @ Meador Park
v. PBSG Diamonds - (W, forfeit)
v. Willard - (W, 8-6) Taylor Hedges WP; Jaelyn Halbrook, Megan Elliott (2B), led the offense. This was a good game for us. Willard is a very good team and had a 5-1 lead after 1 inning. We kept chipping away at the plate and played solid defense and got the win.
June 6 @ Republic
v. Ozark Express - L (6-1)- Summer Rash, Anna Pitts both had hits
v. Ozark Express - L (6-5) - Anna Pitts (2), Jaelyn Halbrook, Summer Rash, and Brandi Kolody led the offense.
We came out very flat in game one and did not perform well. We rebounded well for game 2 and took a 5-3 lead into the bottom of the last inning. Ozark scored 2 runs with 2 outs for the win. We played much better and put ourselves into a position for a win against an Ozark team that played middle school softball and went undefeated in the COC this spring.
June 8 @ Meador Park
v. SW Wildcats (L, 7-4) Anna Pitts, Summer Rash had hits for Bolivar.
v. Ozark Express (L, 8-4) Kristin Parsons had the only hit for Bolivar.
HS and Freedom - We are pressing too much right now. We have to learn to play the game fearlessly. We need to take care of ourselves and not worry about others. When this happens, we will start coming out on the right side of the score. Both of these teams are very capable, we just have to believe that individually and as a team.
May 27
First night of games we missed some key players due to Track and Soccer. Lost to Walnut Grove and Glendale in the Ash Grove League. Addie Murders led the offense with 3 hits.
June 3
Week 2 opened with Buffalo and Bolivar got the win 9-2. Brittany Wood (WP) did a good job in the circle, walking 1 and hitting 1. We had no hits, however, we had some very good At Bats, ran the bases well and pushed across enough to get an important win.
Game 2: L - 10-0 to Pleasant Hope. Pleasant Hope scored 4 in the 3rd, 2 in the 4th, and 4 in the 6th to end the game. We put the ball in play much better tonight. We finally had a full roster present and took some good At Bats. We put the ball in play, we just could not get hit to break the ice. Julie Magaña had the only hit.
June 10
Storms ended the night with Bolivar trailing 5-2 to Aurora
Up next - Bolivar @ Ash Grove v. Marionville and Monett.
Freedom (14U) Record 2-4
June 1 @ Meador Park
v. PBSG Diamonds - (W, forfeit)
v. Willard - (W, 8-6) Taylor Hedges WP; Jaelyn Halbrook, Megan Elliott (2B), led the offense. This was a good game for us. Willard is a very good team and had a 5-1 lead after 1 inning. We kept chipping away at the plate and played solid defense and got the win.
June 6 @ Republic
v. Ozark Express - L (6-1)- Summer Rash, Anna Pitts both had hits
v. Ozark Express - L (6-5) - Anna Pitts (2), Jaelyn Halbrook, Summer Rash, and Brandi Kolody led the offense.
We came out very flat in game one and did not perform well. We rebounded well for game 2 and took a 5-3 lead into the bottom of the last inning. Ozark scored 2 runs with 2 outs for the win. We played much better and put ourselves into a position for a win against an Ozark team that played middle school softball and went undefeated in the COC this spring.
June 8 @ Meador Park
v. SW Wildcats (L, 7-4) Anna Pitts, Summer Rash had hits for Bolivar.
v. Ozark Express (L, 8-4) Kristin Parsons had the only hit for Bolivar.
HS and Freedom - We are pressing too much right now. We have to learn to play the game fearlessly. We need to take care of ourselves and not worry about others. When this happens, we will start coming out on the right side of the score. Both of these teams are very capable, we just have to believe that individually and as a team.
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