I think that's the secret to this. The Batbuster organization teaches you morals, and life lessons as well. Barrett, Trey The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Westervelt, Naut Mays team, the OC Batbusters MS, battled through the first three days of pool play, they finished 6-0. During a weekend the Sooners can claim their 10th consecutive Big 12 regular-season crown and further solidify their standing as the best team in the nation, you can pinpoint lots of reasons for OUs success. Hunter, Jayce I was scared (blankless) of the ball and, secondly, I was slower than molasses.". 'k2#I"FXM|'ku6B\TigNAn)fQrXd0q1At]H$}bWYy7C+p0{GYOtqe t Tzb&"("SP8s.Q=xhoI%rmMXJ[x9X|\V! p ,MK? What are you trying to do here? he might think. Looking for pitcher and catcher. endobj Dixon, Andrew This season, nine former Batbusters are Sooners, constitutingmore than a third of the roster. That's the case even though they play for a program with a huge bullseye. I-b!tP :>zi)\Wdb-70{KB: 5~dbYGh2X5wMZX%P){l|5h( Cox, Cody 12 OPEN February Frost. They have a coach thats very much like me, Gasso said. She was sharp at the Boulder IDT tournament this past weekend. Brewer, Jake Brown, Paul Baser, a 1979 drama graduate from USAO, was named president of Northwest Vista College in San Antonio on Aug. 15. I am overwhelmed and honored by the selection into this prestigious group of alumni, Baser said. Theyre ready to compete at that level. Bavester, Chris WebPalacios was a four-year letterwinner at Eastlake High School under head coach Tony Ritcher ranked as the No. 'Sick to my stomach': Why OU softball's Patty Gasso, other coaches want changes to WCWS, NCAA softball: How to watch OU vs. Oklahoma State, 'He's remarkable': How Kenny Gajewski tamed his stuttering to become face of OSU softball, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. $.' There was a lot of recruiting, and (softball) was supposed to be in the Olympics in Barcelona in '92, but it wasn't. Whiteman, Tyler WebOC Batbusters Pasadena, CA. Now, Batbusters has grown into a mega program, fielding more than a hundred teams in 14 states and producing Now, Batbusters has grown into a mega program, fielding more than a hundred teams in 14 states and producing some of the sport's biggest stars, including Olympians Jennie Finch and Laura Berg. Freeman, Hide/Show Additional Information For Ethan Scott, Hide/Show Additional Information For Joshua Udoumoh, Hide/Show Additional Information For Nigel Wilcox, Hide/Show Additional Information For Ricky Brown, Hide/Show Additional Information For Paul King, Hide/Show Additional Information For Riley McGuirk, Hide/Show Additional Information For Caleb Riggs, Hide/Show Additional Information For Ty Lippoldt, Hide/Show Additional Information For Legend Barrett, Hide/Show Additional Information For Trey Green, Hide/Show Additional Information For Byke Burrow, Hide/Show Additional Information For Trey Doomes, Hide/Show Additional Information For Kayden Carter. DiFiore, Blake Title. ", McQuillin reflectedon her experience:"I was a Batbusters for 5, almost 6 years and I had never seen an organization that has such traditional values. Having won dozens of national titles and sent hundreds of players to the college ranks, the Batbusters are arguably the biggest name in club softball. Marotte is a member of the Association for Learning Disabilities of America. For additional information, email newsletter@osrhe.edu. Jackson, Parker Another Oklahoma commit, Tiare Jennings was a standout player in last weekends Boulder IDT tournament. In the business park just off the Orange Freeway running through Anaheim, theres an indoor softball training facility, and above the batting cages often filled with girls from Southern California, theres a TV. More additions may be announced at a later date. The Batbusters were runner-ups in 1993 and captured the 18A ASA national title in 1994. Her dad, Bill Owens, was a friend of Haning's and a renowned pitching coach in the area. A lot of these kids, Sooner coach Patty Gasso said, have bloodlines through the Batbuster organization.. The OC Batbusters, founded in 1979, is one of the oldest and unquestionably the most successful organization in girls' fastpitch softball. I was amazed women could play like that. Pollard, Brendon Doug Myers led the Batbusters' 16-and-under teams to a number of national titles. Click here to view the Guidelines. Watch Game Site hosted by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. To submit a story, please contact the participating council member from your institution. Bill felt I could help the team become better because my beliefs about coaching were more structured, more fundamental--that kind of thing.". Berokoff, Garrett Scott, Joshua All the players at the time, Carol Spanks (of the Lionettes), wereamazing. Batbuster players have been included on every Olympic Team and on a USA National Team of some ilk every year since the mid-1980's. There is no additional information to display: We will provide opportunity and instruction to every athlete on our team, We will respect our athletes and interact with them as we wish them to interact with others, We will prepare them in their attempt to earn a college scholarship and we will make every effort to honestly promote each athlete, Our teams' appearance and conduct will provide a positive example for any young girl who is interested in softball and any official who is considering us for an event or sponsor who is available to support us. %PDF-1.7 The work ethic and drive that comes from the players on Mike's team and even Gary Haning's teams were unbelievable and filled with tremendous talent. "I was just amazed. Hinkle, Jaren "I helped his (Owens') daughter get into UCLA, so he and I were friends and he was also friends with Joe Grubbs," Haning said. Mitch Hollis. Woods, Michael The Batbusters continued their strong run at nationals before breaking through in 1992 with a team that featured the Please call Coach Saul 714-900-0403 or E-Mail: Parga, Jaxon Saylor, Coleton Stories must meet newsletter submission guidelines. Now, Batbusters has grown into a mega program, fielding more than a hundred teams in 14 states and producing some of the sport's biggest stars, including Olympians Jennie Finch and Laura Berg. But for many years, OU didnt have any Batbusters. That changed with Sydney Romero. <>/Metadata 2001 0 R/ViewerPreferences 2002 0 R>> WebClub's first player was John Harrison. His prior experience also includes serving as vice president for academic affairs at Rose State College and Seminole State College, instructor at the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University and two positions at USAO director of alumni and school relations and director of school relations and student activities. endobj The first inning she had a three-run shot to set the tone, then came a solo shot in the top of the sixth giving her four RBIs. I do this for them. Pool, Logan Guest, Brandon By submitting my information, I agree to the, Replay: Stony Brook vs Towson | Apr 30 @ 1 PM, Replay: Bluefield State vs Emory & Henry | Apr 30 @ 1 PM, Replay: Georegtown vs Butler | Apr 30 @ 3 PM, Replay: Georegtown vs Butler | Apr 30 @ 12 PM, Replay: Charleston vs Elon | Apr 30 @ 12 PM, Replay: Villanova vs Seton Hall | Apr 30 @ 10 AM, Replay: Delaware vs Hofstra | Apr 30 @ 10 AM, Cookie Preferences / Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 2023 Baseball Roster - Oklahoma Christian University Athletics. #trusttheprocess AthletesGoLive Softball But for many years, OU didnt have any Batbusters. Hudson. Nicole May. <> Rodman, Ben Romero and Fale Aviu, the first Batbusters who became Sooners, started as freshmen in 2016, and they became meat-of-the-lineup anchors on OUs national championship team that season. endobj I am not the queen recruiter, Gasso admitted. Having won dozens of national titles and sent hundreds of players to the college ranks, the Batbusters are arguably the biggest name in club softball. That draws opponents best shot. When they go to Oklahoma, the pressure that the program, the tradition and Patty put on them is not a factor, Stith said. Amazing hitter. 7Kg"i>lk+ Z:cgKvsa3-P-hszh-~N' "I was a pitcher/wannabe shortstop," Haning said. Baser holds a master of arts in speech from Oklahoma State University and a doctor of education in higher education administration from Oklahoma State University. Lake, Preston Not run out a ground ball. Gutierrez, Jayden It was definitely a blessing. After a string of top-five finishes at nationals, Grubbs and Haning split up. Huerta, Brady Palomino-Cardoza capped an impressive collegiate career at Arizona in the spring of 2021 by leading the Wildcats to their second consecutive Womens College World Series appearance. Gary Haning, head coach of the OC Batbusters,recalls watching the Orange Lionettes play the Stratford Brakettes, who were the New York Yankees of the softball world in those days, atwomen's nationals in 1972 in Tucson. There are also hundreds of Batbusters who have won All-American, All-Region, All-League and other awards. Rasmusen, Sam Bruce, Grant Peguero, Jaxson She has been a member of the Oklahoma Education and National Education associations and the Oklahoma Southern District and American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Known to us there are 5 doctors, 7 lawyers, 3 university level scientists, 8 university level professors, more than 30 HS teachers, more than 50 teachers at pre-HS level, 11 professional trainers, 4 university softball head coaches, 10 university assistant coaches and numerous HS coaches. Taking that same momentum into the club season, she contributed to four out of the nine runs scored in the championship. Alonzo, Jayvien Roby. They actually won the first national championship a Batbuster team had ever won that year (1985) with their 12-and-under team. endobj The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We kind of use that to motivate us and strive to be like them.. After a tour of duty with the Womens Army Corps, Marotte earned her bachelors degree from the University of Houston in 1955. Maldonado, Gabe Ric Baser and Dr. Dorothy Dot Marotte were inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma for their enduring contribution to education. She hit lead off, and took two strikes almost every at-bat, and she was still the best player I have ever seen. :aYt`PlnVu Kn Yu;lKv|l(t%22Cs>J;ste=@E2Zm@!RL5eTtPz *-!YhFqj(X}HJ3v+W E`T8(-jZAaFr0"V tBo$ N< V&]bA|RNLW2 He worked alongside 1,500 academic and student affairs employees. Jones, Alex Maddux, Sutton The kids couldn't take visits prior to their senior year then. Reiter, Isaiah I know theyre going to grow and get better and become great., More:'Sick to my stomach': Why OU softball's Patty Gasso, other coaches want changes to WCWS. Walsh, Robert Club/Travel Softball Pasadena, CA Joined: Jan 2022: Roster: 19: Alumni: 5: Visit Official Website. Irwin, Rafael Gonzales, Jonah Nicole May OC Batbusters MS. P, 2020. Shields, Roy View Full Bio, Alex Stith had a program that did the latter. King, Gabe Because thats who she is., More:'He's remarkable': How Kenny Gajewski tamed his stuttering to become face of OSU softball. After saying it was going to be in, they kicked it out. Foothill High School Pleasanton, CA. Not only was it a family atmosphere, but everybody worked so hard, everybody kept each other accountable and just a championship mindset every single day.". Haning took over as head coach in 1986. Udoumoh, Nigel Over his 20-year volunteer career, it has been estimated that I was just a guy that hit the balls and pitched the balls and worked with the kids and did what I did, but the sport has changed a lot in the last six toeight years. WebOC Batbusters Stith Sasaki white: AFCS: TC00017169: AGL007097: 11: 22: 1678.87: Warrior Academy 16U Jimenez: AFCS: EC00000644: AGL005072: 12: 23: 1675.81: Texas Glory The first time I saw Nancy Welborn (of the Lionettes) pitch, I just about fell off my chair amazing. She taught in Springfield, Mass., and earned her masters degree from Springfield College in 1958. I am a proud graduate, lifetime alumni member and former employee of this institution that has been instrumental in my success and 33-year career in higher education.. <> In the 2020 class, another big haul Jennings, May and Zaida Puni. The players are used to high expectations and uncompromising standards. Perry, Zach +zT" My heart broke, Gasso said. WebDr. 8 0 obj Turbeville, Brek The program quickly grew to include multiple teams for various age groups. He then went on to coach the Fullerton Arrows women's team. WebOC Batbusters Bracamonte-AGL003416 Indiana Magic Gold Kleiner/Bay AGL004153 Texas Bombers Gold National 16U Cuyos AGL007259 Suncats Jimenez-Noriega AGL004294 Corona Angels Slye 16U AGL007439 Bonifay, Dadrian They expect to do well, and they are expected to do well.. "I just loved playing every day for Mike and Gary. A few years later, the program expanded to nearly two dozen teams. Jason Eaker. Disclaimer. Carter, Jason I could not believe that women could play like that.". WebCongratulations to our players on our 18U, 16U, and 14U teams who made 1st and 2nd Team at the Triple Crown Fastpitch Don Battles On Showcase. Get the most important Softball stories delivered straight to your inbox. Lofty expectations, but then, successful is what a vast majority of the Batbusters turned Sooners have been. It would be the first of many conversations, and when Romero committed to OU, Gasso had a feeling Stiths teams might produce even more Sooners. It really comes down to an unwillingness to settle for second, Stith said. Hollis, Steve Perry, Dravon We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. In 2003, Stith decided to stop fighting against Batbusters and joined them. x]mo8 A t1a RUQhObXwpWn8S{o,C\9R?#h~e^ A1n) LGS}7DFCFbs_i|fnx~zAWxp\'F7n),]D%# cvCxs!a)XO *K!BU1< 7V "*mjC=0 :pxQ>bl~XEzHD}L\tRs}y 6 0 obj I was definitely prepared coming from that competitive atmosphere where losing was never an option, just being around the girls that we had who all had the same mindset. Coaching is the next best thing. endobj Stith and Haning's OC Batbusters are the two-time defending PGF 18U Premier Division national champions. And (Joan) Joyce (of the Brakettes) was amazing. She felt a connection between the programs, like they were kindred spirits. lg'lkygLe~Vgk'9l9_Y"zs[:#S^Su5f&m^RkQf!~858`.lybek2S;tRA9nQj}H?P!z*c}t+Hb]L8llgte`j-Z9Po7aOaG;qw,W@jh\^C(=G Heiselbetz, Chance She structured and taught a core of courses that included Gross Motor Assessment, Perceptual Motor Assessment, Therapeutic Recreation and others. <> I love sending my kids there because I know whats going to happen, Stith said. Previously helping her team to a PGF Nationals Title in 2017, Nicole May is ranked nationally and in California. Piers, Michael Cc@VI2 ne;c,NXutFD&THsLl+& NY!kzw)lrO6O9b'BZtQ!O:EH5I*@Q(avD,8,BvHjX1p |_#gqr[f\]f(}-3^yZA,#)Ow;bfwPp=7v c~{}#h gnv/~pjGAsa1Ql'j }Q#5E{WR7(qV'm& f^o,4dd;A0\$8z5KmpjPPAz{ vGEebv|[]mZ WebThe OC Batbusters, founded in 1979, is one of the oldest and unquestionably the most successful organization in girls' fastpitch softball. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> "All the greats were there," Haning said. WebOC Batbusters - Stofle in Lake Forest, CA is a Softball Club that empowers their athletes with SportsRecruits. Laura went on to become a four-time All-American at Fresno State and one of only four women to win four Olympic medals in softball. Kwan, Michael There are 3 CEO's of large companies and countless other successful former players, some of whom have daughters that are Batbusters. Event Name: 452 - Championship AFCS 18U Tier 2. Why do you take that pitch? he might wonder. endobj Lippoldt, Legend TicketSmarter: Official Resale Marketplace, Hide/Show Additional Information For Isiah Lissade, Hide/Show Additional Information For Austin Gonzales, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jonah Mahen, Hide/Show Additional Information For Cameron Pool, Hide/Show Additional Information For Logan Kimbro, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jordan Brewer, Hide/Show Additional Information For Trey Furrey, Hide/Show Additional Information For Austin Albright, Hide/Show Additional Information For Will Duncan, Hide/Show Additional Information For Nolan Feazle, Hide/Show Additional Information For Brandon Brewer, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jake Hamilton, Hide/Show Additional Information For Ryan Turbeville, Hide/Show Additional Information For Brek Galbreath, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jose Parga, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jaxon Smith, Hide/Show Additional Information For Kade Self, Hide/Show Additional Information For Diego Maldonado, Hide/Show Additional Information For Gabe Irwin, Hide/Show Additional Information For Rafael Gutierrez, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jayden Shafer, Hide/Show Additional Information For Garrett Kellogg-Clarke, Hide/Show Additional Information For Diego Chavez, Hide/Show Additional Information For Dan Pruitt, Hide/Show Additional Information For Alex Schroeder, Hide/Show Additional Information For Troy Shields, Hide/Show Additional Information For Roy Peguero, Hide/Show Additional Information For Jaxson Jobe, Hide/Show Additional Information For David Piers, Hide/Show Additional Information For Michael Altman, Jones, OK / Crossings Community Christian School, Chickasha, OK / Eastern Oklahoma State College, Byng, OK / Eastern Oklahoma State College, Richland Center, WI / Schoolcraft College (MI), Cypress, TX / University of Nevada - Reno, Oklahoma City, OK / Dallas Baptist University, El Dorado Hills, CA / Folsom Lake College (CA), Flower Mound, TX / Covenant Christian Academy. $a(l *\RB @823@.bfU5FI U h$b-O"eOaSSJqcYl`YikV?wj)[y[a["Ek$lPS[h.Y5H"%t@/r\LspFCHQ6"lLC(3jsa3P sgkRvr%b [VFN\7-vPy(U/?d6vknBW8K{e: Boone, Alex May played a major role in the run her team made. Hehelpedbuild the OC Batbusters into one of the most prominent softball organizations in the nation with more than30 national titles. Victor Anderson shares As we enter the home stretch for this season, its time for our yearly Hello friends! % He is a graduate of Leadership Tulsa. Shell be one of them, he said. 24 recruit by Extra Inning Softball and No. Henning. She has come back strong in 2018. Kimbro, Jordan Web2023 Softball Roster Choose a Player:Blunt, Kate Brady, Maya Carter, Lauryn Castro, Jayla Cid, Rachel Curo, Seneca Faraimo, Megan Garcia, Alyssa Godin, Kelli Grant, Megan Hatch, Lauren Jordan, Aaliyah Malau'ulu, Thessa Meoo, Janelle Palacios, Sharlize Pinedo, Rylee Pola, Savannah Powell, Kennedy Ramirez, Alexis The group includes pitcher/infielder Kaitlyn Terry, catcher Addison Mettler and utility Mia McNulty. Schroeder, Troy Tiare Jennings.
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