Spencer, Aaron WebOC Batbusters Pasadena, CA. "He (Radigonda) was a Sacramento Parks and Rec director at the time," Haning said. McWilliams, Noah And when Oklahoma is playing, his kids are everywhere. I am not the queen recruiter, Gasso admitted. We instill that work ethic in the younger kids. Kimbro, Jordan Boone, Alex Click here to view the Guidelines. endobj Hinkle, Jaren Coaching is the next best thing. Sharlize Palacios - Softball - UCLA Jocelyn Alo. Rasmusen, Sam WebOC Batbusters - Stofle in Lake Forest, CA is a Softball Club that empowers their athletes with SportsRecruits. Pool, Logan She felt a connection between the programs, like they were kindred spirits. View Full Bio, John McGuirk, Caleb 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - Oklahoma Baptist University Foothill High School Pleasanton, CA. They won three or four times. In those days, only the state champion went to ASA nationals. Before we get to that, a little history: the Batbusters were founded in 1979 in Westminster, California, between Long Beach and Santa Ana. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Alvarenga, Jack So how was the Batbuster-to-Sooner pipeline built? 2023 Baseball Roster - Oklahoma Christian University Haning said there were many great coaches involved with the organization over the years, including Jim Dolan and Bob Wenk, who led the Batbusters to national titles in their age groups and then went on to form Case Batbusters. Batbuster players have been awarded the NCAA and USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year for DI Softball. 4 0 obj Whats more, they are some of the biggest contributors for top-ranked OU. WebOC Batbusters Bracamonte-AGL003416 Indiana Magic Gold Kleiner/Bay AGL004153 Texas Bombers Gold National 16U Cuyos AGL007259 Suncats Jimenez-Noriega AGL004294 Corona Angels Slye 16U AGL007439 Dixon, Andrew Wiesinger, Hunter Haning saw the OC Batbusters reach the state finals in 1982. 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. More additions may be announced at a later date. On the list of the top players in California as well as nationally, Jennings finished her high school season with a .560 average with 49 hits. Looking for pitcher and catcher. Field: Stadium. Bill felt I could help the team become better because my beliefs about coaching were more structured, more fundamental--that kind of thing.". Address: Stadium. Full Schedule Available on Desktop Here - United States Owens helped out with Joe Grubbs, who started the OC Batbusters, an American Girls Softball Association team out of Westminster, California, in 1979. It doesnt bother them. OC Batbusters Aldrich 18u Pitcher and Catcher (So California) Fountain Valley, CA OC Batbusters Aldrich 18u Tryouts OC Batbusters Aldrich (Southern California) Looking to fill out roster. For additional information, email newsletter@osrhe.edu. . :aYt`PlnVu Kn Yu;lKv|l(t%22Cs>J;ste=@E2Zm@!RL5eTtPz *-!YhFqj(X}HJ3v+W E`T8(-jZAaFr0"V tBo$ N< V&]bA|RNLW2 The group includes pitcher/infielder Kaitlyn Terry, catcher Addison Mettler and utility Mia McNulty. He is a graduate of Leadership Tulsa. There is no additional information to display. They want to be champions, they want to be great players, and they want to be great people, Stith said. 9 0 obj Whiteman, Tyler Awards/Stats: Ranked as the No. Hell say to these guys, Do you think youre gonna get away with this with Coach Gasso at Oklahoma? Im trying to get her to crack, Gasso told Stith. Having won dozens of national titles and sent hundreds of players to the college ranks, the Batbusters are arguably the biggest name in club softball. That draws opponents best shot. When they go to Oklahoma, the pressure that the program, the tradition and Patty put on them is not a factor, Stith said. Alonzo, Jayvien endobj Haning took over as head coach in 1986. So, I made it a point that I was going to be first in line for Syd Romero.. Please call Coach Saul 714-900-0403 or E-Mail: In 2003, Stith decided to stop fighting against Batbusters and joined them. Wilcox, Ricky She never swung at a first pitch. I mean, Carol Spanks swung a wooden bat that I would guess was 32-35 ounces. 01 ADULT & HIGHER EDUCATION - NextGen Under 30 A core of six players have been together for six years but many have been added to this years roster. OC Batbusters. Even though he had started a club program in 1996 and won three national championships in five years, he still found himself losing players to the Batbusters. 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. UCLA Softball Announces 2023 Signing Class - UCLA Romero and Fale Aviu, the first Batbusters who became Sooners, started as freshmen in 2016, and they became meat-of-the-lineup anchors on OUs national championship team that season. WebThe official 2023 Baseball Roster for the Oklahoma Christian University Eagles. White, Eli The current and former Batbuster coaches hold these standards in the highest regard. 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She was sharp at the Boulder IDT tournament this past weekend. Bruce, Grant Haning also helped players get into major colleges including Karen Owens, who made it into UCLA. "I loved shortstop. Meyer, Nathan I'm just lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time and havethe blessing of moving it forward with Gary. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Self, Diego Jackson, Austin They thrive in that environment; thats why it has worked., Jennings said, Having older girls that were coming to OU definitely set a high expectation for us younger Batbuster girls. 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. I have found somebody that is passionate about it as I am. May played a major role in the run her team made. Woods, Michael "I think that I have been motivated by the kids," Stith said. ]G7Rk7'5=yf~(e.9tV( XeU,ML2K1jE+kglSfhsa%o+e4^n|6 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. WebFind alumni information from Oklahoma Baptist University on this page including contact information, events, awards, the OBU magazine, OBU homecoming, and more! 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - Oklahoma City University All stories are submitted to a review panel of council members for editing and selection. The recruiting was much, much different. She led the her Batbusters team to a PGF 12U national championship in 2015. Previously helping her team to a PGF Nationals Title in 2017, Nicole May is ranked nationally and in California. endobj Joe was the nicest guy in the world, but he was pretty loosey-goosey and easy going. OC Batbusters Alumni | FieldLevel 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. "He felt the Batbusters were very talented, but undisciplined. Perry, Zach View Full Bio, Alex $.' No, youre not!, Really good teacher, she said of Stith. Hollis, Steve King, Pearson *OC Batbusters Vidano plays 4 pool play games. Stevenson, Lonny Sign up for the FloSoftball newsletter for instant access to: Breaking News, Live Streams, Rankings, Technique Videos and more! All the players at the time, Carol Spanks (of the Lionettes), wereamazing. 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! Marotte is a member of the Association for Learning Disabilities of America. King, Gabe FPN provides news, analysis, opinions and coverage of College, High School, Professional and International Fastpitch leagues and organizations. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Freeman, Ethan May 29, 2019 We are so proud of our OC Batbusters alumni20 of them will be competing this week in the WCWS. Spradlin. What year was the team founded: Batbusters organization was founded in 1979. That's the case even though they play for a program with a huge bullseye. Lake, Preston Southern California Fastpitch Softball Travel Team Listings Warwick, Ethan 2 0 obj In the business park just off the Orange Freeway running through Anaheim, theres an indoor softball training facility, and above the batting cages often filled with girls from Southern California, theres a TV. Jennie Finch, a two-time Olympic medalist and WCWS champion at Arizona, and Toni Mascarenas, another future Arizona standout, led the Batbusters to a national title in 1997 and a runner-up finish in 1998. 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. Huerta, Brady There was a lot of recruiting, and (softball) was supposed to be in the Olympics in Barcelona in '92, but it wasn't. There is no additional information to display. New Member Application. After leaving the USAO faculty, she taught at the University of Central Oklahoma until her retirement in 1992. <> endstream "I just loved playing every day for Mike and Gary. But for many years, OU didnt have any Batbusters. Committed: Oklahoma. When Mike Stith has time between lessons and practices, hell stop and watch. Fastpitch News (FPN) is dedicated to covering the sport of Womens Fastpitch Softball. Saylor, Coleton Lofty expectations, but then, successful is what a vast majority of the Batbusters turned Sooners have been. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Web2019 NEXTGen UNDER30 WINNERS 04 EDUCATION K-12 Continued Karla Shirazi Casady School Foreign Language Karla Zuniga Casady School Spanish Teacher Stephanie Watkins Batbuster players have been included on every Olympic Team and on a USA National Team of some ilk every year since the mid-1980's. Marotte has set up therapeutic recreation programs for senior citizen centers and epilepsy foundation centers. The players are used to high expectations and uncompromising standards. Not run out a ground ball. "I helped his (Owens') daughter get into UCLA, so he and I were friends and he was also friends with Joe Grubbs," Haning said. I love sending my kids there because I know whats going to happen, Stith said. Victor Anderson shares As we enter the home stretch for this season, its time for our yearly Hello friends! Hoambrecker, Timmie <> "There's a lot of people that have contributed to the name other than me," Haning said. Then, the steady stream of Batbusters became a torrent in 2019 as the Sooners got four alums, Taylon Snow who transferred from Auburn and prep recruits Hansen, Alanna Thiede and Olivia Rains. In the championship game, she went 4.1 innings allowing two runs while striking out three. I was amazed women could play like that. Stay in the loop with news, updates and exclusive content from the alliance team. "I couldn't say any more about being a Batbuster," said Lorenz. Stith, Mark Campbell and Mascarenas form the nucleus of the current OC Batbusters' brain trust. Gonzales, Jonah 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. <>/Metadata 2001 0 R/ViewerPreferences 2002 0 R>> Shira, Connor Schroeder, Troy And (Joan) Joyce (of the Brakettes) was amazing. 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. <> 2023 Baseball Roster - Oklahoma Baptist University Athletics !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 Jackson, Parker Barrett, Trey It was definitely a blessing. Tiare Jennings. <> Softball was beginning to be on a much more national stage.". Its the kind of thing players learn as Batbusters. This website is powered by SportsEngine's Sports Relationship Management (SRM) software, but is owned by and subject to the OCB Athletics privacy policy. x]mo8 A What are you trying to do here? he might think. Club/Travel Softball Pasadena, CA Joined: Jan 2022: Roster: 19: Alumni: 5: Visit Official Website. She structured and taught a core of courses that included Gross Motor Assessment, Perceptual Motor Assessment, Therapeutic Recreation and others. "(Carrie) Dolan pitched the championship game against the Choppers, who weren't called the Choppers then," Haning said. Scott, Joshua Posted on July 3, 2018. ",#(7),01444'9=82. Being a Batbuster means so much to every alumni, including people like Jennie Finch, because they always remember how good the days were and how they still remain close friends with the teammates they had. endobj The OC Batbusters, founded in 1979, is one of the oldest and unquestionably the most successful organization in girls' fastpitch softball. Shell be an All-American.. Brown, Paul Ryan, John 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. WebDr. 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. After a string of top-five finishes at nationals, Grubbs and Haning split up. Then Grace Green, who played for one of the Batbuster teams in Northern California. Doug Myers led the Batbusters' 16-and-under teams to a number of national titles. Really prepares them for college.. "I had no idea that softball itself would be as big as it is now, let alone the Batbusters," Stith said. % But prime among them is a pipeline to one of the country's premier youth softball programs. When they go to Oklahoma, the pressure that the program, the tradition and Patty put on them is not a factor, Stith said. Heiselbetz, Chance Nicole May. 3 Learfield She has come back strong in 2018. The Batbusters were runner-ups in 1993 and captured the 18A ASA national title in 1994. Mariah Lopez came to OU a year after Romero and Aviu. Gasso spent several years recruiting Romeros older sister, Sierra, who ultimately chose Michigan. 2023 www.oklahoman.com. Jones, Matthew Kwan, Michael 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. Her dad, Bill Owens, was a friend of Haning's and a renowned pitching coach in the area. Not only was it a family atmosphere, but everybody worked so hard, everybody kept each other accountable and just a championship mindset every single day.". 2023 Baseball Roster - Oklahoma Christian University Athletics. Doomes, Kayden "I was just amazed. +zT" 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. There was a lot of interest and then with the Olympic possibility and scholarships--I mean, nothing like now--but scholarships were starting to get to be a big deal. Softball Pollard, Brendon The Batbusters continued their strong run at nationals before breaking through in 1992 with a team that featured the There is no additional information to display: JFIF C It's a true blessing to be able to say that I once wore a Batbuster uniform and that I'm an alum in the organization.". Their successes laid the Batbuster pipeline. *OC Batbusters Vidano 4th pool play game does not count towards their pool play record. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. WebSeminole State College. Site hosted by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Gutierrez, Jayden A few years later, the program expanded to nearly two dozen teams. m#XS#E2-Xf0b86;0T[n_JR.`RUNAXd'="UaY&'2gs@p5r=t';0aD +1H? IV7Rma"6+)JTeqsamRSQ66;_5sp7tzad_K-;.e_3&!]TNY!FR+' Baser holds a master of arts in speech from Oklahoma State University and a doctor of education in higher education administration from Oklahoma State University. Receive our free newsletter and be the first to see our softball rankings, news, analysis and more. <> {(HEIn:_^I6E;9G{z^}:-/O2>dwcv1W~8;s..G_G;Q;Ev|7gy|t19>:}\8#D9$\?t"qLT8rfkZ3cb3~|tEk4rSM7/VeZ{j* S. That team was so good. 1 0 obj I was just a guy that hit the balls and pitched the balls and worked with the kids and did what I did, but the sport has changed a lot in the last six toeight years. 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. Time: OC Batbusters Bracamonte 18 vs. Louisiana Bombers 18U-Albert 452 - Championship AFCS 18U Tier 2. He worked alongside 1,500 academic and student affairs employees. Haning played Little League, Babe Ruth and American Legion baseball before finding his true calling as a coach. 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.. I know theyre going to grow and get better and become great., More:'Sick to my stomach': Why OU softball's Patty Gasso, other coaches want changes to WCWS. 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. He was listed on the National Deans List in 1991-92, was named to the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society at Oklahoma State University and received the Robert B. Kamm Distinguished Graduate Fellowship, Educational Administration and Higher Education Department, Oklahoma State University in 1991. Stith had a program that did the latter. Lippoldt, Legend Alliance Super Cup Presented by EvoShield, Oklahoma Pure Fastpitch MELSON Premier 18U, Illusions Premier Lampl/Sessum/Bowen 2024, Oklahoma Athletics 23/24 Premier - Madden, Oklahoma Athletics 18U Premier Madden/Henders, American Freedom Platinum National Warren 18u, Minnesota Renegades 18U National - Pederson, Oklahoma Athletics National 07 Madden/Knight, Iowa Premier Gold 16u National Shraiberg, Oklahoma Athletics 16 National 2024 Madden/Cl, Oklahoma Pure Fastpitch 25/26 Premier A/M, Athletics Mercado-TX/ Bonola 16u (Rebecca), Fury Platinum National Chiles (Powered by SCT, Oklahoma Athletics 07 Premier Madden/Knight, B.L.A.Z.E. endobj Burrow, Trey Green, Byke 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. That was evident from the jump. DiFiore, Blake Maddux, Sutton 3 0 obj ", 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. Mitch Hollis. Theyre ready to compete at that level. 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. They expect to do well, and they are expected to do well.. Johnson, Braden Event Name: 452 - Championship AFCS 18U Tier 2. Ferraro, Kyle