Sydney May '15 Recruiting Profile
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June 2013Personal Statement
I can't imagine my life without softball. Not just because I have been playing since I was seven but, without softball I wouldn't feel complete. There isn't a feeling that can compare to the sound of the catcher's glove when it snaps, the feeling of the bat when you hit the sweet spot, the joy of striking out a batter right when your team needs it. It's impossible to describe the exact feeling I have on the mound, but it gives me confidence, it makes me feel like I can do anything.
I also have experience at second base and outfield. I have strong leadership qualities. I am a member of my high school leadership group. During my school years I have organized and overseen many school functions, pep rallies, various volunteer functions, dances, assemblies and fundraisers. Some of my strongest softball assets are my drop ball, change up, strong accurate overhand throw( 61+ mph) and work ethic. I feel I have great ball sense on the diamond. I easily adapt to new environments and situations. I have been told I'm a very coachable, hard working athlete with a great, competitive attitude. Having the opportunity to continue playing/learning softball as a student/athlete as I earn my degree would truly be a dream come true. I am also interested in coaching softball after college. I would love to be able to give back to my sport.
During college I plan on majoring in business or economics. I am open to any size school and location. I am looking for a school with a strong academic background and a coach who will push me to be my best.
This past year my team (Calgary Kaizen 97) won silver at the Canadian U16 National Softball championships. I had a personal best of 14 strikeouts in one 5 inning game and had 7 RBI'S in the playoff round. My team only gave up 5 runs all tournament, only losing in the gold medal game. I am very proud of this accomplishment. I strive to be the best I can be, at everything I do and work hard to accomplish this in the classroom, on the diamond and in all facets of my life.
July 2014, my team Calgary Kaizen 97 won gold at the Alberta Provincial Championships as a first year midget team. We attended the U18 Canadian National Championships in Saskatoon, SK. I was named player of the day striking out 10 with no earned runs in 5 innings and going 2 for 3 with 1 RBI and coming home with the winning run. against SK 1.
Sept 2014. I have been selected as one of the top 14 softball players in Alberta to represent my province in the Western Canadian Summer Games in Fort McMurray, AB, August 2015.
Athletics
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 7 seasons
- 2014 Calgary Kaizen 97 (U18)
- 2013 Calgary Kaizen GASP (U16)
- We are a travel team from Calgary, Alberta. Canada. As there is no High School teams in Canada ( due to the Weather) we travel to tournaments in Alberta, B.C. and the USA. This year I have played in Las Vegas, Washington and Montana We attend edCanada Cup in Surrey, B.C. July 15-21. and placed fourth.Won provincial gold in 2013, as well as silver medalists at U16 Canadian National Fastpitch Championships Aug 11, 2013. in P.E.I.
- 2013 So Cal A's (U18)
- I was invited to to play with this team for the Surf City October showcase. (Oct 18-20. I was also invited to and participated in the 5 star fastpitch recruitment camp Oct 18 at Cal -State Fullerton.
- 2012 Calgary Kaizen GASP (U16 A)
- Won bronze at U16 Western Canadian Softball Championships Aug. 2012
- 2011 Lloydminster Rebels (U14A)
- Played with the Lloydminster Rebels during U12-U14. upon which I moved from Lloydminster AB. to Sherwood Park and began playing with Calgary Kaizen. Won bronze with Calgary Kaizen as a pickup at Western Canadian U16 softball Championships Aug 2011. Won provincial bronze medal with Lloydminster Rebels.
- 2010 Lloydminster Rebels (U14A)
- Won Provincial gold medal.
- 2009 Lloydminster Rebels (U12A)
Coach References
- Travel / Club Coach
- Lorne Rackel
- Position Coach
- Rita Lynn Gillman
- Private Coach
- Jackie Desilets
- Position Coach
- Kim Wright
Events
- Camp/Event
- The City of Lights Tournament
- 10/17/14 to 10/26/14
- I will be in the individual showcase event on Friday playing on team #6. Also will be playing in the tournament with my club team Calgary Kaizen 97 on Friday at 1, 2:30 and 5:30 on Majestic park #2. Saturday at 1 on Majestic park #2 and at 2:30 on Majestic park #1
- Camp/Event
- U18Canadian National Championships
- 8/04/14 to 8/10/14
- Was named player of the day. Had no earned runs, struck out 10 in 5 innings. Went 2 for 3 with one RBI and came home for the winning run playing against the SK 1 team. My team the Calgary 97 is a first year midget team with 2 bantam players on the roster.
- Camp/Event
- Alberta Provincial Championships
- 7/18/14 to 7/20/14
- Won the U18 Alberta Championships as a first year team. Went 6-0
- Camp/Event
- Canadian Championships (Nationals)
- 8/07/13 to 8/11/13
- We came second! My ERA in Round Robin was 0.00 and my ERA in playoff round was 1.17! Had 7 RBI's in the playoff round. Had a personal best 14 strikeouts in a game.
- Camp/Event
- U21 Canadian National Championships
- 7/24/13 to 7/28/13
- Was picked up by the U21 Rivercity Hornets. (local Edmonton team) as pitcher, even though I was only 16 years old.
- Camp/Event
- Canadian Open Fastpitch 2013, Surrey B.C.
- 7/16/13 to 7/21/13
- Finished 4th overall out of 19 teams. Pitched against the overall winner and won in round robin play.
- Camp/Event
- Softball Alberta Provincial finals
- 7/12/13 to 7/14/13
- Won gold. Provincial champions
- Camp/Event
- Western Canadian Bantam Softball Championships. Held in Strathmore .AB
- 8/08/12 to 8/12/12
- Won bronze medal with my team, the Calgary Kaizen 97s. Came in as relief pitcher in second inning in bronze medal game down 7-2, was able to hold opposition to 1 run and come back and win 9-8. I won MVP award in this medal game.
- Camp/Event
- Western Canadian Peewee Softball Championships. held in Winnipeg, Manitoba
- 8/04/11 to 8/07/11
- Won Bronze medal with my team the Calgary Kaizen 97s
- Camp/Event
- Alberta Summer Games. Held in Peace River AB.
- 7/18/10 to 7/22/10
- Played for my Zone as a pitcher in the summer games. First year U14 playing in a U16 aged event. Won Silver medal with my Zone 7 team.
Training
- Enrolling in Sports Performance class at my High School
- 2 years
- This class provides 4 , 80 minutes of weight training/ cardio training per week, with 1, 80 minute class for theory work pertaining to fitness. I took this class in grade 10 and am taking it all the way though my grade 11 and 12 years.
- Westcoast Softball Academy. Surrey.B.C. Kim Wright
- 5 years
- Every summer I attend a softball camp with instruction from the above mentioned. in struction also includes international, US college softball coaches and former American and Canadian Olympic softball players. Westcoast also puts on several weekend camps in Alberta during the off season I attend. Softball Alberta sometimes puts on camps I attend. (eg. Crystal Bustos hitting camp)
Additional Sports
- Volleyball
- 4 years
- Junior Varsity Team
- Grade 9 I lead my team as an outside hitter to win our league championship and district championships. Grade 10 I won athlete of the week in Oct. 2012. Team captain in 2013.
- Basketball
- 4 years
- Junior Varsity Team
- In Grade 9, I was captain of the my team. I was a starter on my high school's Junior Varsity team in grade 10
- Track
- 2 years
- Freshman Team
- Placed 4th in Edmonton, Alberta (population 1 million plus) in javelin. Plus competed in the 100 and 200 and 4 by 400 relay. In 2014 went placed to Alberta high school provincials for discus. Placed third in discus and javelin in Edmonton.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2014 Calgary Kaizen |
|---|---|
| BA | .568 |
| GP | 18 |
| AB | 44 |
| R | 13 |
| H | 25 |
| 2B | 8 |
| 3B | 4 |
| HR | 1 |
| RBI | 16 |
| Slug% | 1.000 |
| BB | 4 |
| SO | 4 |
| OB% | .604 |
| ERA | 1.050 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Grade 9 Honors classes: Science 89% Social Studies 98% Mathematics 91% French (as a second language) 96% Physical Education 100%Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. I am currently in grade 12. I have completed English 10 AP, Science 10 AP, Math 10 AP, Social Studies 10 AP. I am continuing Math, Chemistry and Social Studies in AP classes in grade 11. Finished grade 10 on honour roll. In my grade 12 year, I plan on taking Calculus and Math 30 AP. I have taken French all through my grades and will complete French as a second language in grade 12.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsGrade 8 Physical Education award. Grade 9 Highest mark in Social Studies, French as Second Language and CTS Foods. Grade 10 Sports Performer of the Month (for leadership in a class with grade 10-12). Honours with Distinction on every final report card Grade 7 through 9. Honor roll in grade 10 and grade 11.
- ActivitiesFLI (Facey Leadership Initiative), Vocal lessons for 6 years. Obtained Grade 5 Royal Conservatory of Music . Obtained Intermediate Rudiments diploma in music theory. Have participated in community drama productions. Santa's anonymous volunteer.
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