PLAYERS TO WATCH

Softball

Morgandee Sawatzky – Arapaho

Morgandee sets the tone in the circle for the team with her calm demeanor and focus. She does a great job in generating outs by both strikeouts and getting double play balls.

Ella Sottile – Elk City

She is a sophomore and the returning shortstop and lead-off hitter. Her unbeatable competitiveness and infectious energy help make her a really great player.

Harlie Chism – Weatherford

Chism is a sophomore this season but she started as a freshman at shortstop. Harlie is a very talented player. She has a lot of potential.

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Football

JJ Ibarra – Canton

JJ is a very quiet young man, but enjoys football and has a good IQ for his age. Coaches are expecting him to step into his position this season and compete for a possible starting spot.

Sam Lindsey – Cordell

Sam is a big freshman that is very intelligent and a hard worker.

Cruze Bittle – Corn Bible

He is excited about the game, very coachable, loves to compete, and committed to the team.

Catch Geno – Elk City

Played some on special teams last year. Look for him to take on a bigger role on offense or defense.

Brylan Jones – Merritt

Brylan has good potential as a quarterback. He was sidelined last year with a back injury. Looking for a break out year this season.

Braedyn Richardson – Sayre

Fast powerful running back with good vision. Works hard and is a good leader.

Softball

Jaycee South – Arapaho

Jaycee had a great batting average and on-base percentage last season. She brings

enough energy and hustle to boost the whole team.

Aubrie Pogue – Elk City

Aubrie will bring a strong presence to the circle. She has a great mixture of speed and spins that will keep hitters off-balanced.

She does a great job of hitting spots and staying low in the zone.

Marley Teasley – Weatherford

Marley is a sophomore who saw extensive playing time last year. She is a very talented pitcher and hitter.

UNSUNG HEROES

Softball

Brecken Hunter – Arapaho

Brecken is a senior catcher that keeps the team steady behind the plate. Her knowledge of the game helps her control and direct the fielders during plays.

Rylee Wyatt – Elk City

Rylee has been a three- year starter and has always been towards the top on offense and defense. She’s a utility player with a great softball IQ that you can always rely on.

Caton Young – Weatherford

Caton is a senior and is a hard-working girl. She will see a lot of playing time in the outfield this

year.