FOLLOW THE GATORS IN THEIR QUEST FOR A FOURTH NCAC CHAMPIONSHIP

CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION

2009 Tournament Bracket

Visitor Information and Directions

Campus Map

One-Day Admission (Adult): $5
One-Day Admission (Children, Student/Faculty/Staff with ID): $1

Friday, May 1st

Game #1: Hiram vs. Allegheny (10:00 a.m.)

Game #2: Denison vs. Ohio Wesleyan (12:00 p.m.)

Game #3: Winner of Game #1 vs. Winner of Game #2 (2:00 p.m.)

Game #4: Loser of Game #1 vs. Loser of Game #2 (4:00 p.m.)

Saturday, May 2nd

Game #5: Winner of Game # 4 vs. Loser of Game #3 (11:00 a.m.)

Game #6: Winner of Game #3 vs. Winner of Game #5 (1:00 p.m.) - Championship Live Audio

Game #7: Championship (if necessary) Live Audio

* Denison will provide live audio broadcast of the championship game(s) on Saturday, May 2.

* Box scores from each tournament game will be posted immediately following the conclusion of each game.

Thoughts From Our Leaders- Katie Wills

What a weekend! The end of our regular season and we had great weather for playing softball - 87 degrees in Meadville- many would find that hard to believe. We finished up our regular season this past weekend with two home conference games against Kenyon on Saturday followed by a picnic with our families and friends. It was a nice way to unwind and let everyone know how grateful we are for all their support. Our parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters and friends make it easy for us to give everything we have, knowing they are supporting us. The picnic is also to celebrate our seniors. They are beginning a new journey and we wish them well in all they pursue. Liz you have been my right hand support in the outfield for two years and Rachel, this year I have gotten to work beside you in the infield, it was awesome. I will personally miss you both so much.

We ended our regular season with an overall record of 22-16 and a conference record of 9-5.We have again qualified for the conference tournament scheduled to be played at Dennison this weekend. We have worked extremely hard to get to this point. This is the busiest time for all of us, with finishing up classes, getting ready for finals, and preparing for the NCAC tournament.

One thing is certain, we stick together and it helps to all be in the same position. We will support one another and we will pull together to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Those of us who have experienced this for the third or fourth time will be there to help the girls experiencing this for the first time. It is where we all want to be and it means working harder now than we did the entire season, but in the end we will get it done.

Thank you to all who have been at the games and who have sent their well wishes to our team through the season. We hope we have made you proud. GO GATORS! ­Katie Wills, Junior

Stacey Robertshaw- Player Profile

Name: Stacey Robertshaw

Year: Freshman

Position: Pitcher

Uniform Number: 12

Major: Neuroscience/ Psychology

Minor: Spanish

What made you choose Allegheny College: I liked that Allegheny pushes students to branch out, take any classes they are interested in, and do all kinds of activities.

Favorite part of Gator Softball: The team has such a great bond, and it definitely made the transition into college a lot easier.

Favorite class taken at Allegheny: Abnormal Psychology was my favorite class because it was interesting to learn about all the various disorders, and the professor had plenty of stories from his experiences to share.

Favorite place on campus: I love going to McKinley’s with my friends. It is a good place to just hang out and get together to do work.

What activities are you involved with outside of softball: Church, volunteering

Favorite movies/TV shows/books: TV Show- The Office, books- anything involving sports

Rachel Ryan- Player Profile

Name: Rachel Ryan

Year: Senior

Position: Shortstop

Uniform Number: 19

Major: Environmental Science

Minor: Religious Studies

What made you choose Allegheny College: I wanted to continue to play soccer and softball in college, and my sister lived in NYC at the time. I wanted to get out of Ohio for some time, so I was looking between home and NYC. Allegheny is in the same conference as a school in my town (Wooster), so I looked here, and loved the campus and people.

Favorite part of Gator Softball: The family that has been created, with all the great laughter we have shared!! And the desire as a team to get better and succeed!

Favorite class taken at Allegheny: My freshman seminar— Conservation and Ecology of French Creek! It was my favorite because it introduced me to my major, and I loved my professor and those classmates were some of my first friends on campus!

Favorite place on campus: The Bridge!!

What activities are you involved with outside of softball: FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)

Favorite movies/TV shows/books: Movie: The Three Musketeers, TV shows: Friends, the game show network, Books: Blue Like Jazz, The Shack, A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Felicia Gowanlock- Player Profile

Name: Felicia Gowanlock

Year: Freshman

Position: Catcher/Utility

Uniform Number: 17

Major: Biology

Minor: Psychology

What made you choose Allegheny College: I chose Allegheny because of its strong academics and the close-knit community feel. I like how closely the professors work with the students and how much they care about your education.

Favorite part of Gator Softball: T he family away from family feeling. Coming to practice every day and being surrounded by a coaching staff and a group of girls that have so much heart, intensity and dedication for the game. Also the reputation that comes along with being an Allegheny Gator; people know that you are responsible, reliable, hard working, punctual and
good hearted individuals.

Favorite class taken at Allegheny: My favorite class is my first year seminar about baseball. The class is titled “who’s on first? Baseball and American life.” We discuss the history of baseball, current events, and how they relate to our culture and nation. It is very interesting and fun.

Favorite place on campus: My favorite place on campus is dead center of the big glass structures by the Tippie alumni center, because when you stand in the middle and make a noise it echoes but no one else can hear it but you!

What activities are you involved with outside of softball: I volunteer occasionally for the Autism Outreach Center.

Favorite movies/TV shows/books: I love the movie The Whole Nine Yards, and my favorite TV show is Boy Meets World. My favorite book is Less Than Zero by Brett Easton Ellis.