I do this for them. Painter, Keach 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. ", 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. <> 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. OC Batbusters Alumni | FieldLevel WebJoin the Private Alumni Network Once you create a free account, the OC Batbusters staff will approve you to become part of their private alumni network. Lofty expectations, but then, successful is what a vast majority of the Batbusters turned Sooners have been. There is no additional information to display. endobj Doug Myers led the Batbusters' 16-and-under teams to a number of national titles. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. He currently has three players signed or committed to OU, and as he talked one evening earlier this week as players worked at his indoor facility, he spied Hannah Coor, who is already signed with the Sooners. Nicole May OC Batbusters MS. P, 2020. <> And (Joan) Joyce (of the Brakettes) was amazing. Providing them with all the tools they need to be successful in the recruiting process. Awards/Stats: Ranked as the No. Chavez, Dan Stith, Mark Campbell and Mascarenas form the nucleus of the current OC Batbusters' brain trust. Hehelpedbuild the OC Batbusters into one of the most prominent softball organizations in the nation with more than30 national titles. Field: Stadium. There is no additional information to display. All rights reserved. 2023 Baseball Roster - Oklahoma Christian University Athletics. The Batbusters were runner-ups in 1993 and captured the 18A ASA national title in 1994. 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. Hollis, Steve No, youre not!, Really good teacher, she said of Stith. Bruce, Grant When they go to Oklahoma, the pressure that the program, the tradition and Patty put on them is not a factor, Stith said. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Ryan, John We work very well together. Then came Alo. 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 Albright, Will While at UCO, Marotte developed a nationally recognized program of developmental adapted physical education. <>/Metadata 2001 0 R/ViewerPreferences 2002 0 R>> Rodman, Ben She led the her Batbusters team to a PGF 12U national championship in 2015. There is no additional information to display. ]e}7Z}M04 (62M!bdu5&I4-U f-Z w&{ Di$ykT#Li6'16WMJ5F4Led;_) New Member Application. I mean, Carol Spanks swung a wooden bat that I would guess was 32-35 ounces. OC Batbusters The Batbusters continued their strong run at nationals before breaking through in 1992 with a team that featured the 24 recruit by Extra Inning Softball and No. Burk, Quinn Sophie Hunter (18U, 2nd Team) Carmen Lopez (16U, 1st Team) Devin Drummond + Sophia Lambaren (16U, 2nd Team) Nataly Rodarte (14U, 2nd Team) Keep working hard! Whats more, they are some of the biggest contributors for top-ranked OU. Like her at facebook.com/JenniCarlsonOK, follow her at twitter.com/jennicarlson_ok, and support her work and that of other Oklahoman journalists by purchasing a digital subscription today. They actually won the first national championship a Batbuster team had ever won that year (1985) with their 12-and-under team. I would have given anything to be a shortstop, but I had two problems. Stories must meet newsletter submission guidelines. Taulapiu, Mark 2 0 obj Image. Hathaway, Tyler Baser was the vice president and chief academic officer at Tulsa Community College, where he led and provided fiscal guidance to six of the presidents cabinet members including campus provosts, associate vice presidents, deans and directors. OC Batbusters 18U Stith - 2022 - 2023 Regular Season - Roster - OCB Athletics Hoambrecker, Timmie View Full Bio, Bradley There was a lot of recruiting, and (softball) was supposed to be in the Olympics in Barcelona in '92, but it wasn't. Get the most important Softball stories delivered straight to your inbox. $.' Irwin, Rafael Click here to view the Guidelines. They were a powerhouse. She has been a member of the Oklahoma Education and National Education associations and the Oklahoma Southern District and American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. It was definitely a blessing. "I just loved playing every day for Mike and Gary. It's been really cool.". And when Oklahoma is playing, his kids are everywhere. "(Carrie) Dolan pitched the championship game against the Choppers, who weren't called the Choppers then," Haning said. OC Batbusters Kimbro, Jordan 'k2#I"FXM|'ku6B\TigNAn)fQrXd0q1At]H$}bWYy7C+p0{GYOtqe t Tzb&"("SP8s.Q=xhoI%rmMXJ[x9X|\V! p ,MK? It really comes down to an unwillingness to settle for second, Stith said. 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. !45B=;q;Y|[1#Yj'K4}2d8h,na5Xb.lY$u 1I=Vhg@z}u&0`{S]BW]bu|z\Z@5K2O9&TSKBNH^-LX YJ'jJn >XP5|OJJ25c7dj.=9j_TT6%\CQxvB^ogcG|EK/=\ Q^T$h%aTguY3\9`xpLP&&DSY6fJQBHDED"*/2 Duncan, Nolan Please call Coach Saul 714-900-0403 or E-Mail: 12 OPEN February Frost. McGuirk, Caleb Haning took over as head coach in 1986. May played a major role in the run her team made. Marotte is a member of the Association for Learning Disabilities of America. This past weekend Batbusters M Brooks 05 won the USA Elite Select 14u Summer Nationals at Space Coast Complex this weekend. Ferraro, Kyle 7Kg"i>lk+ Z:cgKvsa3-P-hszh-~N' I am not the queen recruiter, Gasso admitted. 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. OC Batbusters Bracamonte 18. vs. Louisiana Bombers 18U-Albert. Stith had a program that did the latter. ]G7Rk7'5=yf~(e.9tV( XeU,ML2K1jE+kglSfhsa%o+e4^n|6 Stay in the loop with news, updates and exclusive content from the alliance team. So how was the Batbuster-to-Sooner pipeline built? m#XS#E2-Xf0b86;0T[n_JR.`RUNAXd'="UaY&'2gs@p5r=t';0aD +1H? IV7Rma"6+)JTeqsamRSQ66;_5sp7tzad_K-;.e_3&!]TNY!FR+' White, Eli stream She never swung at a first pitch. They have a coach thats very much like me, Gasso said. Wilcox, Ricky Haning saw the OC Batbusters reach the state finals in 1982. There is no additional information to display. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 7 0 obj Galbreath, Jose Parga, Jaxon Smith, Kade . Jackson, Austin I was amazed women could play like that. Lissade, Austin She taught theory and activity classes, introduced gymnastics to the curriculum, supervised student teachers and served as the chairperson of the health, physical education and recreation department. Coaching is the next best thing. Berokoff, Garrett Hudson. 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. 07 - Mulder 22:6 Diamond Sports, Oklahoma Athletics 16u Platinum -Sparkman, OKLAHOMA ATHLETICS 14U NATIONAL MADDEN/DAVIS, Oklahoma Athletics 09 National Madden/Ashbaug, OK Athletics National - Madden/Brown 26/27, Athletics Mercado Godoy/Harris/Hernandez 2026, Carolina Elite SC National Drotar/Genovese, Athletics Mercado Godoy Harris/Hernandez 2011. Theyre ready to compete at that level. "I was just amazed. Higgins, Chris 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - Oklahoma City University 296 Individual National Champions. Receive our free newsletter and be the first to see our softball rankings, news, analysis and more. Cobble, David "There's a lot of people that have contributed to the name other than me," Haning said. And then we have ToniMascarenas, and the three of us have kind of tiered this where the younger teams are always going to be coached by us. Batbuster teams have won over 30 Tourney Machine Amanda Lorenz, the 2016 NFCA Freshman of the Year at Florida, Taylor McQuillin, a former Gatorade National Player of the Year, and Alyssa Palomino, the reigning USA Softball Junior Athlete of the Year, were some of the key players for the Batbusters during that championship run. Not run out a flyball. Stevenson, Lonny She has served as president, vice president and chairperson of the Adaptive and Division of Girls and Womens Sports Sections and on various committees of the Oklahoma Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. The current and former Batbuster coaches hold these standards in the highest regard. Kinzie Hansen. 11 0 obj Its the players that say, Let me tell you whats happening over there and what Ive learned and who I become. They become your best recruiters.. 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. Lerblance, Jack Official Athletics Website of the Oklahoma Christian University Eagles, Hill College (Texas)/Texas-Rio Grande Valley, Fort Hays State (Kan.)/Cloud County (Kan.) 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The first time I saw Nancy Welborn (of the Lionettes) pitch, I just about fell off my chair amazing. 3 0 obj endobj It will be tuned to Bedlam softball this weekend. Forget about the ides of March; its the mayhem of college softball we are Copyright Advanced Sports Media 2018, All Rights Reserved | Fastpitchnews.com 5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 303, Culver City, CA 90230. Before we get to that, a little history: the Batbusters were founded in 1979 in Westminster, California, between Long Beach and Santa Ana. There are also hundreds of Batbusters who have won All-American, All-Region, All-League and other awards. ^HXO}gR8K7$D%ylK07`p3L7W0"f Freeman, Ethan Riggs, Ty Lippoldt, Legend This website is powered by SportsEngine's Sports Relationship Management (SRM) software, but is owned by and subject to the OCB Athletics privacy policy. About the Batbusters Gomes - HomeTeamsONLINE Shira, Connor WebThe official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Oklahoma City University Stars <> 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. Cosper, Will 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. But prime among them is a pipeline to one of the country's premier youth softball programs. Softball was beginning to be on a much more national stage.". "I helped his (Owens') daughter get into UCLA, so he and I were friends and he was also friends with Joe Grubbs," Haning said. 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. 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"He felt the Batbusters were very talented, but undisciplined. Now, Batbusters has grown into a mega program, fielding more than a hundred teams in 14 states and producing Dr. Dorothy Dot Marotte and Ric Baser (not pictured) were inducted in the USAO Alumni Hall of Fame on Nov. 10 as part of the annual Alumni Homecoming Celebration. Swoboda, Nick But for many years, OU didnt have any Batbusters. Batbusters - We are so proud of our OC Batbusters. Hill, Justin Brewer, Jake 1 0 obj She felt a connection between the programs, like they were kindred spirits. OC Batbusters Alumni | FieldLevel You have kids coming up through the system that are always used to us and how we do things and they have that drive. Baser has served with numerous college and community service organizations including the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, Oklahoma Academy for State Goals, Tulsa Area Workforce Investment Board, Vision 2 Grassroots Committee, Tulsa County Area Superintendents Association, Theatre Tulsa Advisory Board, Tulsa CAP Neighborhood Promise Advisory Committee and many others. Marotte has set up therapeutic recreation programs for senior citizen centers and epilepsy foundation centers. That team was so good. 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Scott, Joshua High School and Club Players of Family friend Terry Albertson asked Haning to help her out with her team, the Norco Mavericks,a Double-A traveling team made up of 16- to 17-year-old girls. Gonzales, Jonah She said the hard work and frustration during this change were necessary in providing a base for what is now USAO. 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. Club/Travel Softball Pasadena, CA Joined: Jan 2022: Roster: 19: Alumni: 5: Visit Official Website. Jones, Alex Batbuster players have been awarded top honors including multiple ESPY awards and Gatorade Player of the Year. Dr. 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. What year was the team founded: Batbusters organization was founded in 1979. Good luck to all WebOC Batbusters Pasadena, CA. 33 National Championships. So, I made it a point that I was going to be first in line for Syd Romero.. WebPalacios was a four-year letterwinner at Eastlake High School under head coach Tony Ritcher ranked as the No. Huerta, Brady 2023 www.oklahoman.com. FPN provides news, analysis, opinions and coverage of College, High School, Professional and International Fastpitch leagues and organizations. Alvarenga, Jack To submit a story, please contact the participating council member from your institution. All stories are submitted to a review panel of council members for editing and selection. Meyer, Nathan That was evident from the jump. 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 May 29, 2019 We are so proud of our OC Batbusters alumni20 of them will be competing this week in the WCWS. He worked alongside 1,500 academic and student affairs employees. All the players at the time, Carol Spanks (of the Lionettes), wereamazing. I'm just lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time and havethe blessing of moving it forward with Gary. Kaitlyn Terry Pitcher/Infielder Glendale, Ariz. (Greenway High School) Bats Left, Throws Left She hit lead off, and took two strikes almost every at-bat, and she was still the best player I have ever seen. Park/Complex: Hall of Fame Stadium. Its the kind of thing players learn as Batbusters. After a string of top-five finishes at nationals, Grubbs and Haning split up. The freshman is leading the nation in RBI (70), ranks third in homers (22) and was recently named a finalist for USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year. Starr, Taven Southern California Fastpitch Softball Travel Team Listings Lee, Tom And if I'm going to do it, I'm glad it's with the best organization.". Skweres, Evan The group includes pitcher/infielder Kaitlyn Terry, catcher Addison Mettler and utility Mia McNulty. <> "The work ethic between myself, Mark Campbell has been a perfect match. Saylor, Coleton Romero was playing for Stith, so Gasso called him. Cookie Duration Description; cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics: 11 months: This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 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.

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