The Allegheny College softball program will host back-to-back clinics for girls ages 10 through 18 at the David V. Wise Center, Sunday, Feb. 22nd.
The hitting clinic will run from 9 a.m. until noon, followed by a defensive clinic, taking place from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Each clinic costs $40.00. If attending both, the cost is discounted to $70.00.
Download the registration form at the link below: http://www.allegheny.edu/athletics/softball/2009/TwinClinics.doc
Monday, January 19, 2009
Thoughts From Our Leaders- Rachel Ryan
After a restful and wonderful break, we are back at Allegheny to start up our spring semester, filled with classes and softball! Classes started last Wednesday and practice starts next Monday. We are all excited for the transition from conditioning/lifting to practice and improving for the season ahead. It is a very exciting time, after the short fall season and the hard work we put in this winter, to get back to ball and start to mold as team. Although practicing indoor is not as exciting as getting dirty, it is still softball and still thrilling!!
As usual, at the beginning of semesters, there is more free time and less worries. However, as time goes on, that never lasts. That is why softball is such a great time for us; it allows us all to get away from our books and be able to do something that we have loved since we were young. It lets us relax, have fun, and compete which is something that has helped shape who we are today. There is practically nothing I would rather be doing than playing softball.
So, as time draws closer and closer to season starting, I get more and more excited for practices, games, and team bonding. Unfortunately, there is almost three feet of snow on the ground, so practices will be indoors, and the early morning walks will be treacherous, but things like that make it that much more exciting when we do get outside in the sun and dirt!!!!- Rachel Ryan, Senior
As usual, at the beginning of semesters, there is more free time and less worries. However, as time goes on, that never lasts. That is why softball is such a great time for us; it allows us all to get away from our books and be able to do something that we have loved since we were young. It lets us relax, have fun, and compete which is something that has helped shape who we are today. There is practically nothing I would rather be doing than playing softball.
So, as time draws closer and closer to season starting, I get more and more excited for practices, games, and team bonding. Unfortunately, there is almost three feet of snow on the ground, so practices will be indoors, and the early morning walks will be treacherous, but things like that make it that much more exciting when we do get outside in the sun and dirt!!!!- Rachel Ryan, Senior
Player Profile- Marci Potuzko
Name: Marci Potuzko
Year: Sophomore
Position: Catcher
Uniform Number: 5
Major: Biochemistry
Minor: Economics
What made you choose Allegheny College: During one of my visits I was walking around while students were walking between classes and I felt like I would fit in here. At some other schools when I was surrounded by students I felt out of place, but here I felt at home.
Favorite part of Gator Softball: The team. We say it a lot, but we really are a family, and I love spending so much time with everyone. The trip to Florida is a great week as well, and we all have a great time playing ball and hanging out with each other.
Favorite class taken at Allegheny: Comm Arts 135: Modes of Film and Video Production. I love watching movies, and the class was all about movies: history of them, how you make them, how to analyze them, everything. It was awesome to go to class and watch movie clips all the time.
Favorite place on campus: I don’t really have a favorite place on campus, I guess if I had to choose I’d say the Game Room or the softball field.
What activities are you involved with outside of softball: SAAC (Student Athlete Advisory Committee)
Year: Sophomore
Position: Catcher
Uniform Number: 5
Major: Biochemistry
Minor: Economics
What made you choose Allegheny College: During one of my visits I was walking around while students were walking between classes and I felt like I would fit in here. At some other schools when I was surrounded by students I felt out of place, but here I felt at home.
Favorite part of Gator Softball: The team. We say it a lot, but we really are a family, and I love spending so much time with everyone. The trip to Florida is a great week as well, and we all have a great time playing ball and hanging out with each other.
Favorite class taken at Allegheny: Comm Arts 135: Modes of Film and Video Production. I love watching movies, and the class was all about movies: history of them, how you make them, how to analyze them, everything. It was awesome to go to class and watch movie clips all the time.
Favorite place on campus: I don’t really have a favorite place on campus, I guess if I had to choose I’d say the Game Room or the softball field.
What activities are you involved with outside of softball: SAAC (Student Athlete Advisory Committee)
Monday, January 12, 2009
Player Profile- Maggie Bodenlos
Name: Maggie Bodenlos
Year: Junior
Position: 3rd Base
Uniform Number: 6
Major: Psychology
Minor: Women's Studies
What made you choose Allegheny College: Interestingly enough, I was not even going to apply to Allegheny because my sister (Abby Bodenlos ’08) was already a student at Allegheny and I wanted to do my own thing. I applied to ten different schools and was not even sure what I was looking for in a college. After considering all of my options, I finally realized I wanted a small school where I could find a close group of friends and be a part of small classrooms. Choosing Allegheny and deciding to play softball could not have been a better decision for me.
Favorite part of Gator Softball: The fact that every single girl on the team is unique and different from one another, but we all come together with a common love for the game of softball. Our bond, because of all of our hard work, is truly unbreakable. Knowing that our group is in it together through it all and for each other is something that could never be replaced.
Favorite class taken at Allegheny: My favorite class so far was Abnormal Psychology- it was my first Psychology class and made me interested in Psychology for my major.
Favorite place on campus: I lived in Brooks hall both freshman and sophomore year and have spent so much time walking to classes and practices on Brooks Walk. This area in front of Brooks is a beautiful part of campus and is definitely my favorite.
What activities are you involved with outside of softball: I am a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority
Year: Junior
Position: 3rd Base
Uniform Number: 6
Major: Psychology
Minor: Women's Studies
What made you choose Allegheny College: Interestingly enough, I was not even going to apply to Allegheny because my sister (Abby Bodenlos ’08) was already a student at Allegheny and I wanted to do my own thing. I applied to ten different schools and was not even sure what I was looking for in a college. After considering all of my options, I finally realized I wanted a small school where I could find a close group of friends and be a part of small classrooms. Choosing Allegheny and deciding to play softball could not have been a better decision for me.
Favorite part of Gator Softball: The fact that every single girl on the team is unique and different from one another, but we all come together with a common love for the game of softball. Our bond, because of all of our hard work, is truly unbreakable. Knowing that our group is in it together through it all and for each other is something that could never be replaced.
Favorite class taken at Allegheny: My favorite class so far was Abnormal Psychology- it was my first Psychology class and made me interested in Psychology for my major.
Favorite place on campus: I lived in Brooks hall both freshman and sophomore year and have spent so much time walking to classes and practices on Brooks Walk. This area in front of Brooks is a beautiful part of campus and is definitely my favorite.
What activities are you involved with outside of softball: I am a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority
Player Profile- Sharon Dudek
Name: Sharon DudekYear: Sophomore
Position: Outfield
Uniform Number: 15
Major: Biology
Minor: Psychology
What made you choose Allegheny College: I chose to go to Allegheny because of the friendly and helpful vibe that I got when I visited as a prospective student, as well as its reputation of academics and a successful softball program. Having the opportunity to meet with a biology professor, sit in on a class, and meet with Coach was definitely what sealed the deal!
Favorite part of Gator Softball: My favorite part of Gator Softball is definitely my teammates. We work extremely hard and have a lot of fun as a team. In doing so, we have formed extraordinary friendships. I love them all!
Favorite class taken at Allegheny: My favorite class I have taken at Allegheny so far was my foundations of psychology course. The professor was so charismatic and had the best stories to go along with the material we were learning.
Favorite place on campus: Brooks walk… especially at night. It is gorgeous!
What activities are you involved with outside of softball: I am a resident advisor (RA) in Brooks Hall.
Annual Team Holiday Party
To the Gators, the end of the fall semester is typically a stressful time. Thanksgiving gives them little reprieve from the inevitability of finals. There is one semester ending event, however that has become a welcomed tradition - a time to gather together, share a family style meal, and reflect on the spirit of the holiday season - the team holiday party. Held annually in the beautifully restored Tippie Alumni Center, the players enjoy a meal cooked by their coaches, participate in a secret gift exchange, and decorate sugar cookies.
2009 Gator Softball Team
Team picture before dinner
Decorating sugar cookies!
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Thoughts From Our Leaders- Liz Burr
We are now halfway through our winter break, and I would have to say this is one of the toughest times of our season. We do individual workouts to keep up with the fitness we acquired while conditioning as a team in the fall. The tough part is being able to motivate yourself when you are alone. You don't have teammates expecting you to show up and run, or pushing you when you start to get tired. This part of the season helps to build character and really shows what kind of player you have become. Also, when you return to campus and start working out with the team, everyone will be able to tell and appreciate how much you have worked (especially if you can pass your fitness tests so they will not have to wake up at 5:30 am and run with you).
I am returning to campus early this year for the first time I've been at Allegheny. I am back at school now, about two weeks before classes start in order to try and finish up my senior comprehensive project before the spring softball season begins. It is not always necessary to return to campus early for your comp, but I have taken it upon myself to do so. This way I will not be completely overwhelmed and stressed come game time. My complete project is due following our second game of the season, which will be here before I even know it.
I'm looking forward to practice and doing softball things, since we have been working so hard running and lifting all winter. I would love if the weather would continue to be nice to us this year and allow us to get some much needed time off of the Wise Center blue courts, but in Meadville you just never know.- Liz Burr, Senior
I am returning to campus early this year for the first time I've been at Allegheny. I am back at school now, about two weeks before classes start in order to try and finish up my senior comprehensive project before the spring softball season begins. It is not always necessary to return to campus early for your comp, but I have taken it upon myself to do so. This way I will not be completely overwhelmed and stressed come game time. My complete project is due following our second game of the season, which will be here before I even know it.
I'm looking forward to practice and doing softball things, since we have been working so hard running and lifting all winter. I would love if the weather would continue to be nice to us this year and allow us to get some much needed time off of the Wise Center blue courts, but in Meadville you just never know.- Liz Burr, Senior
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