Springfield Twp Softball Preview

SPRINGFIELD TWP SOFTBALL PREVIEW

Coach:  Heather Gehlhaus (4^th year)

Assistant coaches: Brandon Gilliard, Matt Quinn, Nicole Quinn, and Danielle Acquaviva

Last year’s record: 6-12

Notable losses:
-Ashley Schulz (Kutztown University): 1^st Team All-League, League MVP, and 1^st Team All State 1^st base
-McKayla McKeever (Catholic University): 1^st Team All- League OF

Key returners: JuJu Cooney (JR, OF), Natalie Hartman (SO, SS), Nora Manchester (SO, C), Julia Mathews (SR, P), Keira Brandon (SR, 3^rd)

Others to watch: Olivia Gatewood (JR, OF), Jordyn Serrao (JR, Utility), Reese Kaub (FR, P/1^st), Molly McGuckin (FR, 2^nd), Ani Axelrod (SR, OF), Maura Solomon (SR, 1^st/3^rd)

Strengths/Question Marks: “Our strength is the versatility with multiple players being able to contribute in different positions and that gives our team the flexibility for different situations. This group has a lot of softball background including the level of competition, game awareness, and skills to the field. Our main question mark is how young we are. However, their athleticism and experience should grow quickly as the season goes on.”

Outlook: “This year’s team is young, but they are going to bring a strong mix of athleticism, energy, and versatility. With players capable of stepping into multiple roles, the group has the flexibility to adapt and compete in a variety of situations. While our experience is still developing, their work ethic and willingness to learn has stood out early. As the season progresses, this team looks to continue improving each day and completing strongly. Our goal is to grow throughout the season and put ourselves in a position to compete for a playoff spot.”