re: Softball - - Impact Freshmen players

Great question. That comment was a head scratcher, even for a Beth hater.

Personally think she's done a magnificent job recruiting. A lot of those kids can flat out play and best in the country. Daniels (speed/defense), Edwards (power at the plate), Bedell (athleticism, speed and power), Manning (athlete) and Mckee (solid player with speed) are great pieces in that 23 class and one of the best classes in the country. The upcoming 2024 class has an all around stud who can do it all in Jones (elite speed, high average hitter, power, defensively solid, smart and one of the best in the country), Heavener (finally a top level pitcher who happens to be a lefty who is confident, deceptive with great movement and really good velo and command--she will be a quick study) and Harris (Heaveners teammate and an athletic outfielder who can hit for power and is speedy too). The future is bright for the pipeline and I trust that Coach Torina will capitalize on it. She's done it before. I just think we sometimes are a little unreasonable as fans with our expectations, including me sometimes. I say give Bet 2-3 more years and see how things pan out. Honestly, I think if this team gels well they will make some unexpected noise.

But to the original point: I hope some of the fresh new face talent are given a chance to show their stuff. I'd bet that Daniels will get opportunities for sure.