Coach’s comments: “They (CG) gave me a call, and this was an opportunity that I couldn’t resist professionally. I inherited a super bunch of players. These girls have played together for a long time; it’s a matter of fine-tuning & building confidence. We must find a way to produce from the bottom of the lineup, too. They know they can hit, so it’s a matter of calming them in the box when the pressures on – just go with the game. We have gamers. When I sit back and watch them play, it’s fun. I trust them in what they do, but if I see some road bumps we will adjust. Abbie Herbst is primed to play; it’s her leadership and the other kids play off that. I just trust that they are ready.
CENTER GROVE (4A, 30-2) – Firstyear Trojans coach Alyssa Coleman led Speedway to 2A state title last year … takes over for hall of fame coach Russ Milligan (27 seasons, 741-95, five state championships) … team hit phenomenal .401 … opened last year with 23 straight wins … graduated Jordyn Rudd (.525, 52 hits, 45 RBI, 10 home runs), Carolyn Anderson (.368) & Brittney York … senior leaders, pitcher Abby Herbst (.583, 56 hits, 48 RBI; 21-1, 0.56 ERA), middle infielder Piper Belden (.500), Addie Homeier (.500) & Tess Lawyer-Smith play with heart … plenty of ability in juniors, catcher Lexi Fair (.378), infielders Kennedy Bader (.357), Kaci Finchum (.416), Lauren Wackerly (.286), outfielder Jillian Ransdell (.294) & pitcher Brooke York … soph pitcher Alexis Rudd adds depth … no wavering in high expectations.
Coach’s comments: “They (CG) gave me a call, and this was an opportunity that I couldn’t resist professionally. I inherited a super bunch of players. These girls have played together for a long time; it’s a matter of fine-tuning & building confidence. We must find a way to produce from the bottom of the lineup, too. They know they can hit, so it’s a matter of calming them in the box when the pressures on – just go with the game. We have gamers. When I sit back and watch them play, it’s fun. I trust them in what they do, but if I see some road bumps we will adjust. Abbie Herbst is primed to play; it’s her leadership and the other kids play off that. I just trust that they are ready.
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