Duchesne pitcher Kelsie Grant (24) delivers a pitch within the 2A softball state championship recreation in Spanish Fork on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Adam Fondren, for the Deseret Information
The 2023 highschool softball season will get underway this week for groups in Class 2A. To arrange followers for the upcoming season, the Deseret Information has compiled capsules for each staff in 2A. Each coach was invited to take part and submit data.
The area rankings are primarily based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are seven new softball coaches in 2A this 12 months: Charles Woodhouse (Altamont), Travis Kitson (Utah Navy Hillfield), Mike Garver (North Summit), Laici Snyder (Monticello), Elle Woolsey (South Sevier), Kosha Swapp (Kanab) and Alli Farrar (Water Canyon).
Listed here are the 2A groups and gamers to look at this upcoming season.
Area 2A Central
1. Duchesne Eagles
Head coach: Kyle Grant (second 12 months).
2022 document: 28-7 (first in Area 2A Central with a 13-1 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 1 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 6-1 document, Beat Enterprise in 2A state championship.
2022 offense: 11.6 rpg (No. 2 in 2A)
2022 protection: 3.3 rpg (No. 1 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Kelsey Grant, Pitcher/SS
- Lexi Morlan, Catcher/ IF/OF
- Jaelee Farnsworth, SS/CF
- Kaydence Crum, 3B
- Chezney Farnsworth, 2B
- Amberlee Skewes, OF
- Sammy Skewes, OF/1B
Key newcomers:
- Kira Grant, SS/P/Catcher
- Lorisa Mower, P/IF/OF
- Jessa Farnsworth, OF
- Kamee Larsen, IF
Coach remark: We're wanting ahead to a different nice season and dealing towards one other championship. We now have a core group of ladies coming again and are including some stable new younger ladies. It must be one other nice season and we're wanting ahead to competing and dealing onerous.
2. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
Head coach: Sara Ellsworth (second 12 months).
2022 document: 20-13 (second in Area 2A Central with a 12-1 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 4 in .
2022 postseason: 3-2 document, Eradicated by Beaver in quarterfinals.
2022 offense: 13.2 rpg (No. 1 in 2A)
2022 protection: 7.9 rpg (No. 5 in 2A)
Additional information not supplied.
3. South Sevier Rams
Head coach: Elle Woolsey (first 12 months).
2022 document: 13-12 (third in Area 2A Central with a 9-3 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 7 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 2-2 document, Eradicated by Millard in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 9.6 rpg (No. 7 in 2A)
2022 protection: 9.4 rpg (No. 7 in 2A)
Additional information not supplied.
4. North Sevier Wolves
Head coach: Kalie Frischknecht (third 12 months).
2022 document: 9-18 (fifth in Area 2A Central with a 5-8 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 10 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 document, Eradicated by Gunnison in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 8.7 rpg (No. 12 in 2A)
2022 protection: 15.6 rpg (No. 15 in 2A)
Additional information not supplied.
5. San Juan Broncos
Head coach: Mike Bowers (second 12 months).
2022 document: 10-15 (fourth in Area 2A Central with a 7-6 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 9 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 document, Eradicated by Millard in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 8.3 rpg (No. 13 in 2A)
2022 protection: 9.8 rpg (No. 8 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Trinity Whatcott, Pitcher, Jr.
Coach remark: We're younger and seeking to enhance upon final 12 months.
7. Piute Thunderbirds
Head coach: James Barney (fifth 12 months).
2022 document: 8-14 (sixth in Area 2A Central with a 4-8 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 13 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 document, Eradicated by South Sevier in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 9.5 rpg (No. 8 in 2A)
2022 protection: 13 rpg (No. 11 in 2A)
Additional information not supplied.
8. Wayne Badgers
Head coach: Dan Taylor (fourth 12 months).
2022 document: 2-15 (seventh in Area 2A Central with a 2-12 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 16 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 0-1 document, Eradicated by North Summit in 2A play-in recreation.
2022 offense: 9 rpg (No. 11 in 2A)
2022 protection: 15.9 rpg (No. 16 in 2A)
Additional information not supplied.
2A North Area
1. Altamont Longhorns
Head coach: Amanda Foy (first 12 months).
2022 document: 5-10 (first in Area 2A North with a 3-0 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 8 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 document, Eradicated by Kanab in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 8.2 rpg (No. 15 in 2A)
2022 protection: 10.6 rpg (No. 9 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Brittan Jessen
- Kenley Duncan
- Reaygan Miles
- Dylan Evans
Key newcomers:
- Kylee Woodhouse
- Jada Miles
- Nylee Thacker
Coach remark: Excited for the approaching 12 months and future groups.
2. Rowland Corridor Winged Lions
Head coach: Kathy Howa (thirtieth 12 months).
2022 document: 2-8 (second in Area 2A North with a 2-2 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 15 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 document, Eradicated by North Sevier in 2A first spherical.
2022 offense: 5.2 rpg (No. 19 in 2A)
2022 protection: 15.1 rpg (No. 14 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Vika Feletoa, Catcher, Sr.
- DJ Sjirkey, SS, Sr.
- Aileen Robles, LF, Sr.
- Ryan Agulair, 2b, Sr.
- BB Earl Comoras, Catcher, So.
- Abby Downs, 3B, So.
- Rebecca Miles, RF, So.
- Lily Swindle, LF, Jr.
- Lauren Bates, CF, Jr.
- Emma Hare, P, So.
- Phoebe Labelle, RF, So.
Key newcomers:
- Finley Bodeen, So.
- Jane Borst, Fr.
- Brooke Brown, So.
- Ruby Rosh, Fr.
- Amaris Villarreal-Flores, Fr.
Coach remark: New and younger however just a few returnees will likely be enjoyable.
3. North Summit Braves
Head coach: Mike Garver (first 12 months).
2022 document: 3-25 (eighth in Area 2A Central with a 1-13 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 17 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 document, Eradicated by San Juan in 2A first spherical.
2022 offense: 5.1 rpg (No. 20 in 2A)
2022 protection: 17.2 rpg (No. 18 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
Caleese Tomaiko, P/SS, Sr.
Makell Hamilton, P, Sr.
Shea Christensen, C/SS, Jr.
Madison Sargent , 2B/3B, Jr.
Elyse Giauque, OF, Sr.
Savannah Windhorst, Inf, Sophomore
Key newcomers:
Taylor Bowen, 3B/OF, Freshman
Trinity Rigby, C/INF, Freshman
Coach remark: Trying to enhance our season.
4. Draper APA Eagles
Head coach: Renee Fagg (second 12 months).
2022 document: 1-6 (third in Area 2A North with a 1-3 document).
2022 postseason: Didn't take part.
Additional information not supplied.
5. Rockwell Marshals
Head coach: Troy Gifford (second 12 months).
2022 document: Didn't take part.
Additional information not supplied.
6. Utah Navy Hillfield Thunderbirds
Head coach: Travis Kitson (first 12 months).
2022 document: Didn't take part.
Additional information not supplied.
Area 2A South
1. Enterprise Wolves
Head coach: Katye Jones (fifth 12 months).
2022 document: 23-10 (first in Area 2A South with a 12-0 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 2 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 4-2 document, Eradicated by Duchesne in 2A state championship.
2022 offense: 10.9 rpg (No. 3 in 2A)
2022 protection: 5.1 rpg (No. 2 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- We now have our pitcher-catcher duo and a few stable hitters.
Key newcomers:
- We now have some good new expertise coming into this system and a pair younger returns that may fill spots.
Coach remark: We misplaced some good gamers however now we have an excellent group of young women which can be in a position and prepared to step up and fill their roles. We now have a brand new group of pitchers and we must be a stable aggressive staff once more this 12 months.
2. Beaver Beavers
Head coach: Dallen Bradshaw (second 12 months).
2022 document: 19-14 (second in Area 2A South with a 9-3 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 3 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 3-2 document, Eradicated by Millard in 2A quarterfinals.
2022 offense: 9.4 rpg (No. 10 in 2A)
2022 protection: 8.5 rpg (No. 6 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Hallee Hawkins, pitcher, Sr.
- Aubree Murdock, pitcher, Sr.
- Kazie Albrecht, catcher, Sr.
- Emily Robinson, outfield, Sr.
- Lyndsie Pender, Jr., utility
Key newcomers:
- Talia Alisa, outfield, Jr.
- Alexia Atkin, outfield, Jr.
- Jaide McMullin, utility, Jr.
- Brindee Carter, pitcher, So.
- Tyler Marshall, hitter, So.
- Danzee Bradshaw, utility, Fr.
Coach remark: We're extraordinarily excited for our staff this 12 months now we have plenty of key gamers again together with some new incoming expertise. We must be each bodily and mentally robust together with staff chemistry to make a run for it.
3. Parowan Rams
Head coach: Shelby Bartlett (second 12 months).
2022 document: 13-12 (third in Area 2A South with a 8-4 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 5 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 2-2 document, Eradicated by Millard in 2A quarterfinals.
2022 offense: 10.1 rpg (No. 6 in 2A)
2022 protection: 7.9 rpg (No. 4 in 2A)
Coach remark: We're excited to have nearly all of our lineup returning. We had plenty of youthful gamers fill large roles final 12 months and they're excited to begin the season.
4. Millard Eagles
Head coach: Blaine Burraston (third 12 months).
2022 document: 16-11 (fourth in Area 2A South with a 5-5 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 6 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 5-2 document, Eradicated by Duchesne in 2A semifinals.
2022 offense: 9.4 rpg (No. 9 in 2A)
2022 protection: 5.1 rpg (No. 3 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Hailey Flynn, P/OF, Jr.
- Halle Warner, C, Jr.
- Kadi Dearden, OF, Jr.
- Jaydee Cain, 3B, Sr.
- Maddie Stephenson, OF, Sr.
Coach remark: We return an excellent core of 5 starters after shedding a tricky group of seniors. We'll want some younger, extra inexperienced ladies to step in and do good issues for us.
5. Milford Tigers
Head coach: Tyler McMullin (second 12 months).
2022 document: 5-17 (seventh in Area 2A South with a 0-12 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 14 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 document, Eradicated by Kanab in 2A first spherical.
2022 offense: 8.3 rpg (No. 14 in 2A)
2022 protection: 13.1 rpg (No. 12 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Presley Willden, P/C/3B, Sr.
- Courtney McDermott, P/Utility, Sr.
- McKinlee Curtis, SS/OF/P, Soph.
- Hadley Griffiths, CF, Soph.
- Paizlee Florence, 2B/SS, Soph.
- Kloee Dotson, C/3B, Soph
Key newcomers:
- Miley Willden, P/INF, Fr.
- Allie Monroe, DH/1B, Sr.
- Whitney Wiseman, 1B, Soph.
Coach remark: Excited to begin the season. We now have plenty of key contributors again this 12 months. We’re nonetheless going to be a younger staff with solely 5 whole juniors and seniors. We now have some fairly good pitching expertise coming again so we’re hoping that’s helpful to us.
6. Kanab Cowboys
Head coach: Kosha Swapp (first 12 months).
2022 document: 9-15 (fifth in Area 2A South with a 4-6 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 11 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 2-2 document, Eradicated by Gunnison in 2A second spherical.
2022 offense: 10.1 rpg (No. 5 in 2A)
2022 protection: 11.5 rpg (No. 10 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Beka Rogers, P, Jr.
- Taylor Janes, 1B, So.
- Saige Staton, C, So.
- Payton Eddy, CF, Jr.
- Gracie Jensen, SS, So.
- Savanah Hulet, 2B, So.
- Jessica Marshal, 2B, Jr.
- Tawvoots Spute, 1B, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Heidi Marshal, C, Fr.
- Olivia Radatz, LF, Fr.
- Rylen Colson, RF, Fr.
Coach remark: We now have a younger staff this 12 months, however are on the lookout for ahead to development and seeing what our ladies can do.
7. Panguitch Bobcats
Head coach: Kelly Holman (eighth 12 months).
2022 document: 7-14 (sixth in Area 2A South with a 2-10 document).
2022 RPI rating: No. 12 in 2A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 document, Eradicated by Piute in 2A first spherical.
2022 offense: 10.4 rpg (No. 4 in 2A)
2022 protection: 13.8 rpg (No. 13 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- DJ Henrie, Infield, Sr., Nice bat and wonderful velocity.
- Kenli Hatch, Pitcher, Jr., Three years of pitching expertise will likely be enormous for our staff.
- Siena Sawyer, Outfield, Sr., Nice bat and covers the sphere nicely.
- Chanlee Owens, 2B, Sr., Can at all times get the bat on the ball.
- Kadee Harland, Utility, So., Glorious offense and protection.
Key newcomers:
- Kieran Mooney, Infield, So., With final 12 months beneath her belt, will likely be an important issue.
- Katie Hatch, Pitcher, Fr., Will probably be an enormous assist with our pitching.
- Lillee Torgersen, Catcher, Fr., Has an important arm and stable bat.
Coach remark: With solely three seniors, we will likely be fielding a younger staff with plenty of coronary heart and successful attitudes. The women love enjoying softball and can come to each recreation with excessive expectations.