First, I would like to congratulate this team on a pretty incredible season. We played one of the toughest schedules in the country. Out of conference schedule was challenging as well as playing in the most dominant conference in the country. Torina and the staff did a tremendous job. We lost only one senior starter and bring in a top ten class this coming fall.

Accomplishments:
-First #1 Ranking in school history
-First time hosting a super regional
- Highest batting avg, slugging and on base percentage in school history.
-#2 in RPI
-Made it to the college World Series
- Made the final four of the College World Series
- Won over 50 Games

We saw significant improvement at the plate from a lot of individuals. Home runs, and doubles, and rpis all increased.

Offensive Play of the Year- Bell had better numbers but when you look at everything as a whole, Bailey Landry was the most consistent hitter the entire year. She brought a different dimension to this offense, showcasing power, speed, and a short game.

Pitcher of the year- Carley Hoover as a freshman was one of the most dominant pitchers in the country. She led this team through a brutal schedule this post season.

Defensive Player of the Year- AJ Andrews, the senior was phenomenal in the outfield. We will miss her speed and athleticism.

Grades:
Offense- B+ or A-At times we were dominant and almost seemed unstoppable, but we were lost and inconsistent at times at the plate.

Pitching- A
Under Torina pitching will always be strong but to be so dominant with two freshman leading the pack is beyond impressive. Expect even better numbers next season.

Defense- D
I might be too generous....
Errors and mental mistakes plagued this team ALL season. Its really inexcusable.

Biggest Disappointment- The junior leader disappeared immediately in post season play. Her defense and decision making was mind boggling and hurt us at times. Her bat which makes her known on a national level was a huge disappointment. She became non existent. She struggled to get the ball out the infield.

Concerns going Forward-
Defense Defense Defense
The left side of the infield has to be a concern going forward. Jaquish is very inconsistent at 3rd. Bianka Bell playing SS has to be re evaluated this off season. She is very slow to the ball and has way too many mental lapses. Sydney Bourg will also be re evaluated, she is very solid defensively but lacks offensive consistency. Finding Andrews replacement will be another challenge.

Solution- Kloss catches and Simmons is a natural 1Baseman, The nice part about Jaquish is she has a good arm. With the talent we have coming in, it will be difficult finding a way to have all the talent at the field at one time

Incoming Freshman to Look For
Shemiah Sanchez- Highly recruited SS out of Georgia, she is athletic and solid defensively. She hit over 15 HR's and 14 2B's her Senior Year. She will hit over .300 her Freshman year and about 8-12 HR's. She will be challenging spots on the infield as well as DH. She will make an IMMEDIATE impact next year offensively.

Amber Serrett- Probably will be the best defensive player on our team next year. From the Woodlands area, she was an All American SS who has a strong arm and a very good bat. She is phenomenal offensively as well. Definitely watch her closely, she will most likely be starting by some point next year.

Sydney Smith- Pitcher out of Minnesota- Gatorade Pitcher of the Year- She will be given opportunities immediately. Very highly recruited prospect. Will add depth

Taylor Satchell- Utility player that is athletic. She can play in the infield but could play OF. She brings a very good bat.

Next season we will be ranked in the top 8. Next year will be the year we should bring it home, itll be our best opportunity of any.

Thanks for all the support everyone!

This post was edited on 5/31/15 at 6:57 pm