Ridgeline celebrates its 4A state softball championship on Saturday, Could 21, 2022, in St. George, Utah. Darren Cole, for the Deseret Information
The 2023 highschool softball season will get underway this week for groups in Class 4A. To arrange followers for the upcoming season, the Deseret Information has compiled capsules for each workforce in 4A. Each coach was invited to take part and submit data.
The area rankings are primarily based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are two new softball coaches in 4A this yr: Marshall Askland (Crimson Cliffs) and Kim Laing (Logan).
Listed here are the 4A groups and gamers to look at this upcoming season.
Area 10
1. Snow Canyon Warriors
Head coach: Markay Thorkelson (second yr).
2022 file: 23-9 (first in Area 10 with a 11-1 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 4 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 4-2 file, Eradicated by Bear River in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 9.7 rpg (No. 2 in 4A)
2022 protection: 3.3 rpg (No. 2 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Kylie Hardy, Heart Area, Sr.
- Emma Daniel, Pitcher, Sr.
- Avery Thorkelson, SS/Pitcher, Sr.
- Meah Stafford, 2B/SS, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Kennadi Gates, 2B/3B Sr.
Coach remark: We're excited to see what our returning gamers can do. There's some robust competitors in 4A and will probably be enjoyable to compete.
2. Desert Hills Thunder
Head coach: Heidi Taylor (fourth yr).
2022 file: 14-20 (third in Area 10 with a 7-5 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 9 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 3-3 file, Eradicated by Crimson Cliffs in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 7.7 rpg (No. 8 in 4A)
2022 protection: 8.7 rpg (No. 12 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Aisey Gargano, OF, Sr.
- Saidey Spencer, IF, Sr.
- Jenelle Jones, OF, Sr.
- Payton Benson, IF, Soph
- Hallee Heath, IF, Soph
- Jojo Sparks, IF, Soph
- Sierra Dennison, IF/OF, Soph
Key newcomers:
- Halley Payne, IF, Sr.
- Lulu West, IF, Fr.
- Riley Greene, IF, Fr.
Coach remark: We've got a enjoyable group of women half of that are very younger however with the added assist of our returning seniors we're excited to proceed constructing and see the place we are able to go.
3. Crimson Cliffs Mustangs
Head coach: Marshall Askland (first yr).
2022 file: 22-5 (second in Area 10 with a 10-2 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 2 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 2-2 file, Eradicated by Ridgeline in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 9.9 rpg (No. 1 in 4A)
2022 protection: 4.3 rpg (No. 4 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- McKenna Cahoon, Pitcher, Sr.
- Riley Askland, 3B/OF, Sr.
- Ellie Brinkerhoff, Catcher/3B, Sr.
- Hallee Tebbs, OF, Sr.
- Paisley Lantz, 3B/OF, Jr.
- Addilyn Brinkerhoff, 1B/OF, So.
Key newcomers:
- Cassidy Panson, OF, Sr.
- Abby Morris, MIF, So.
- Sophie Staheli, MIF, So.
- Gracee Stucki, Pitcher, So.
Coach remark: We must always have a younger workforce lead by a 4-5 seniors. Final yr we misplaced eight seniors, seven of them had been starters however the returning gamers are all wanting to show themselves as a playoff workforce and keep the profitable custom that was established with final yr’s workforce. We consider that when these younger women put all of it collectively they may contend for a state championship.
4. Hurricane Tigers
Head coach: Chris Hurst (fifth yr).
2022 file: 18-10 (tied for fourth in Area 10 with a 5-7 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 5 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 3-2 file, Eradicated by Snow Canyon in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 7.8 rpg (No. 7 in 4A)
2022 protection: 6.6 rpg (No. 9 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Mary Jane Erickson, 1B, Sr.
- Kymbal Jones, OF, Sr.
- McKinlee Wright, C/SS, Jr.
- Abby Stout, P/SS, Jr.
- Aniston Hutchings, P/3B, Jr.
- Emma Patterson, OF, Jr.
- Religion Fuller, C/3B, So.
- Austin Terry, P/1B, So.
Key newcomers:
- Dallee Albrecht, OF, Sr.
- Audrey Matua, 2B/OF, Sr.
- Zyanne Miller, OF, Sr.
- Shaelyn Seashore, P/OF, Jr.
- Avery Williams, OF/2B, Jr.
- Nicole Allred, OF, Jr.
- Elizabeth Horsley, 1B/OF, So.
- Anna Lee, C/2B/OF, So.
Coach remark: We're all excited to get again on the sphere to play some softball. We've got a whole lot of ladies getting back from final yr’s workforce and we’re trying ahead to seeing what we are able to do that yr.
5. Cedar Metropolis Reds
Head coach: Sara Bischoff (second yr).
2022 file: 13-16 (sixth in Area 10 with a 4-8 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 11 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 2-3 file, Eradicated by Snow Canyon in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 8.3 rpg (No. 5 in 4A)
2022 protection: 7.5 rpg (No. 13 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Sadie Parson, P, Sophomore
- Haylee Campbell, SS/CF, Sr.
- Marley Geddes, 2nd, Jr.
- Lexus Ludlow, 1st, Sr.
- Taislee Arehart, UTIL, Sr.
- Paytyn Houston, UTIL, Sr.
- Shaylee Johnson, UTIL, So.
- Hayley Ennis, UTIL, So.
- Remington Hensler, OF, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Jenna Crain, C, Jr.
- Morgan Griffin, P, So.
- Mya Bishoff, P, Fr.
Coach remark: Very excited to see this workforce come collectively. They've a whole lot of coronary heart.
6. Dixie Flyers
Head coach: Landon Ellison (second yr).
2022 file: 15-14 (tied for fourth in Area 10 with a 5-7 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 7 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 2-2 file, Eradicated by Desert Hills in 4A bracket play.
2022 offense: 8.5 rpg (No. 4 in 4A)
2022 protection: 8.3 rpg (No. 13 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Jamelle Mullins, OF/P, Sr.
- Alivia Arp, 1B, Sr.
- Jacey Lundin, SS, Sr.
- Serenity Amato, IF/P, Sr.
- Lila Fitzgerald, C/IF, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Mayci Bradshaw, OF/IF, So.
- Stella Adams, IF/OF, So.
- Morgan Staheli, P/UT, Fr.
- Eliza Kesterson, OF/IF, Fr.
Coach remark: We've got a younger workforce with ladies that like to compete. It is going to be a studying yr that may embody just some seniors.
7. Pine View Panthers
Head coach: Donald Glover (third yr).
2022 file: 3-21 (seventh in Area 10 with a 0-12 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 12 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 file, Eradicated by Hurricane in 4A tremendous regionals.
2022 offense: 4.6 rpg (No. 12 in 4A)
2022 protection: 12.9 rpg (No. 17 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Avery Gustin, P/OF, Sr.
- Kaytlyne Hunt, UTL, Sr.
- Mckelle Jeppson, UTL, Sr.
- Abby Rosenberg, 1B, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Reese Gustin, SS/OF, Fr.
- Kylie Carpenter, C/INF, Fr.
Coach remark: Actually stable protection and we've got extra expertise enjoying collectively.
Area 11
1. Ridgeline RiverHawks
Head coach: Michael Anderson (seventh yr).
2022 file: 26-5 (second in Area 11 with a 8-2 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 3 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 5-0 file, Beat Bear River in 4A state championship.
2022 offense: 9.5 rpg (No. 3 in 4A)
2022 protection: 3.5 rpg (No. 3 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Abbie Banning, 1B/3B, Sr.
- Ellie Pond, SS/2B, Jr.
- Adi Hansen, OF, Jr.
- Anne Wallace, Catch/1B So.
- Shelby Blankenship, P, Sr.
- Karli Gowen, Catch/OF, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Addy Hess, P/3B, Sr.
- Ava Howell, IF/OF, Jr.
- Eliza Arledge, OF, Sr.
- Mackenzie Jorgensen, OF, Sr.
- Allie Williams, IF/OF, Sr.
- Alexis Bradford, C/3B, Jr.
- Kylie Jorgensen, SS/2B, Fr.
Coach remark: 2023 shall be a brand new yr with some remaining stabilizing items however we can even be on the lookout for new those who have labored onerous and waited their flip to contribute and step up in main methods. We've got confidence on this new group however know that what occurs when the strain is on would be the proof within the pudding. This group has the texture of a household and I'm certain that they may have one another’s backs. We all know that groups will deliver their finest. Finally as a workforce we all know we’ve obtained a greater likelihood of survival if we work collectively.
2. Bear River Bears
Head coach: Calvin Bingham (twenty fourth yr).
2022 file: 28-5 (first in Area 11 with a 10-0 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 1 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 3-2 file, Eradicated by Ridgeline in 4A state championship.
2022 offense: 7.9 rpg (No. 6 in 4A)
2022 protection: 3.1 rpg (No. 1 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Kate Dahle, P, Sr.
- Baylee Sorensen, 1B, Sr.
- Kaya Towne, SS, Jr.
- Ashley Warren, OF, Jr.
- Bella Douglas, 3B/P, So.
- Emma Harrow, P/1B, So.
- Aubree Fry, OF, So.
- Kendyl Archibald, IF/OF, So.
Key newcomers:
Allie Aoke, C, Fr.
Coach remark: We shall be younger with 4-5 freshmen/sophomore gamers on the varsity workforce. We nonetheless have among the finest pitchers within the state. We are going to depend on her to maintain us aggressive on the first of the season. As soon as we get the youthful gamers some expertise, we ought to be actually aggressive.
3. Mountain Crest Mustangs
Head coach: Courtnee Maughan (seventh yr).
2022 file: 13-16 (fourth in Area 11 with a 4-5 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 8 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 file, Eradicated by Desert Hills in 4A tremendous regionals.
2022 offense: 7 rpg (No. 9 in 4A)
2022 protection: 6.5 rpg (No. 11 in 4A)
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4. Sky View Bobcats
Head coach: Amanda Robinson (sixth yr).
2022 file: 14-16 (third in Area 11 with a 4-5 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 6 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 1-2 file, Eradicated by Cedar Metropolis in 4A tremendous regionals.
2022 offense: 6.7 rpg (No. 11 in 4A)
2022 protection: 6.2 rpg (No. 9 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Cambria Davis CF, Sr.
- Brynn Mayhew IF, Sr.
- Tawnee Lundahl P/SS, Jr.
- Preslie Jensen C, Jr.
- Skylee Haramoto SS/P, Jr.
- Mika Schwartz OF, So.
- Rylie Beckstead IF, So.
Key newcomers:
- Kaylee Eskelson, OF, So.
Coach remark: As a workers we're excited to start out this season. The vast majority of our workforce shall be returning this season. The women have been working onerous and they're excited for the 2023 season.
5. Inexperienced Canyon Wolves
Head coach: Daisy Karren (second yr).
2022 file: 14-15 (fifth in Area 11 with a 3-7 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 10 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 file, Eradicated by Dixie in 4A tremendous regionals.
2022 offense: 6.8 rpg (No. 10 in 4A)
2022 protection: 7.4 rpg (No. 15 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Rylee Ericson, Pitcher, Sr.
- Abby Hansen, Heart discipline, Sr.
- Kennedy Conan, First base, Sr.
- Bailey Taylor, Catcher, So.
6. Logan Grizzlies
Head coach: Kim Laing (first yr).
2022 file: 3-22 (sixth in Area 11 with a 0-10 file).
2022 RPI rating: No. 13 in 4A.
2022 postseason: 0-2 file, Eradicated by Snow Canyon in 4A tremendous regionals.
2022 offense: 3.2 rpg (No. 13 in 4A)
2022 protection: 15.5 rpg (No. 24 in 4A)
Returning contributors:
- Kat Leto, UT
- Lily Niasulu, UT
Coach remark: We've got a whole lot of work to do right here at Logan however are enthusiastic about our returning gamers and gamers we've got coming in.