OC BATBUSTERS-STITH
Head Coach: Mike Stith
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Outlook: The Batbusters went 50-4-3 and won the Triple Crown Nationals, Top Club Nationals and the Alliance 18U Nationals last summer. They already earned an AFCS 3 berth by winning the Alliance Super Cup Stage 1 this fall. The Batbusters have a deep pitching staff, led by Ryan Maddox, with championship experience that is very knowledgeable. The offense uses a combination of speed and power. The defense, which replaces four graduates in the infield, will be dependable. The Batbusters have high expectations, but they will depend on their strong chemistry.
RETURNERS:
- Ryan Maddox (2023, LHP, Arizona)
- Ella Parker (2023, LHP/OF, Oklahoma)
- Regan Shockey (2023, MIF/OF, Arizona)
- Taylor Shumaker (2024, OF, Florida)
- Kai Minor (2025, OF, uncommitted)
- Samantha Rey (2023, MIF, Central Florida)
- Jada Villegas (2024, LHP, BYU)
- Izzy Mertes (2024, 3B, Central Florida)
NEWCOMERS:
- Jade Berry (2023, MIF/3B, Stanford)
- Gabriella Garcia (2023, SS, Oklahoma)
- Sophia Bordi (2025, RHP, uncommitted)
- Emily Schepp (2023, C/2B, Arizona)
- Jenae Berry (2024, RHP/OF, uncommitted)
— Carlos Arias, Dugout Chatter (Follow Carlos on Twitter @Los_Stuff)
