2010 SB Media Guide - College of Southern Idaho Athletics
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<strong>Guide</strong> Directory ...................................................................................................................................................1<br />
Quick Facts ..........................................................................................................................................................2<br />
<strong>2010</strong> Team Roster ................................................................................................................................................3<br />
<strong>2010</strong> Outlook .......................................................................................................................................................4<br />
Head Coach Pr<strong>of</strong>ile ..............................................................................................................................................6<br />
Assistant Coach Pr<strong>of</strong>ile ........................................................................................................................................8<br />
Player Pr<strong>of</strong>iles ......................................................................................................................................................9<br />
Student Assistant and Radio...............................................................................................................................16<br />
2009 Stats and Region 18 Standings ..................................................................................................................17<br />
2009 Game Results ............................................................................................................................................18<br />
<strong>2010</strong> Schedule ....................................................................................................................................................19<br />
2009 Leaders ......................................................................................................................................................20<br />
Topping the Charts .............................................................................................................................................21<br />
Marathon Game Donors .....................................................................................................................................22<br />
Billboard Sponsors .............................................................................................................................................23<br />
President and Athletic Director ..........................................................................................................................24<br />
Behind the Scenes ..............................................................................................................................................25<br />
CSI Athletic Success ..........................................................................................................................................26<br />
CSI Athletic Facilities ........................................................................................................................................28<br />
CSI Campus .......................................................................................................................................................30<br />
Twin Falls and the Magic Valley ........................................................................................................................32<br />
Golden Eagle Field ............................................................................................................................................34<br />
Continuing Success ............................................................................................................................................36<br />
CSI Camp ...........................................................................................................................................................38<br />
CSI In the Polls ..................................................................................................................................................39<br />
Region 18 Opponents .........................................................................................................................................40<br />
About the Cover and Inside Cover: Six returners anchor the <strong>2010</strong> CSI s<strong>of</strong>tball team. The Golden Eagles will look to<br />
compete for the Region 18 Championship for the fourth year in a row and get back to the NJCAA National Tournament.<br />
This publication was produced by Karen Baumert, CSI sports information director. Doug Maughan and Tereasa<br />
Bendele took the photos for the athlete mug shots. Graphic design and layout for the cover and inside cover as well as<br />
pages 26-33 were done by Bendele. Action photography throughout the publication was taken by Andy Arenz.<br />
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Table <strong>of</strong> Contents<br />
<strong>2010</strong> CSI S<strong>of</strong>tball <strong>Media</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
General Information Team Information<br />
Location: Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Founded: 1964<br />
Enrollment: 8,400<br />
President: Jerry Beck<br />
Athletic Director: Joel Bate<br />
Conference: Scenic West Athletic Conference<br />
Region: 18<br />
Athletic Affiliation: NJCAA, Division I<br />
Nickname: Golden Eagles<br />
Colors: Gold and Black<br />
Website: www.csi.edu<br />
Home Facility: Golden Eagle Field (500 capacity)<br />
<strong>Athletics</strong> Administrative Assistant: Ginger Nukaya,<br />
732-6486<br />
Team Physicians: Dr. Thad Scholes<br />
Dr. Mark McKain<br />
Orthopedic Surgeon: Dr. William May<br />
Athletic Trainer: Richard Bingham, 732-6481<br />
Physical Therapist: Julie Ellis<br />
Team Chiropractor: Dr. David Long<br />
Head VB Coach: Heidi Cartisser, 732-6485<br />
Asst. VB Coach: Erin Mellinger, 732-6492<br />
Vol. Asst. VB Coach: Babes Kalulu, 732-6492<br />
Head Men’s BB Coach: Steve Gosar, 732-6498<br />
Asst. Men’s BB Coaches: Josh Dees, 732-6496<br />
Ryan Devlin, 732-6476<br />
Vol. Asst. BB Coaches: Colby Blaine<br />
Jason Vickrey<br />
Head Baseball Coach: Boomer Walker, 732-6491<br />
Asst. BB Coaches: Kris Welker, 732-6491/732-6650<br />
Skip Walker, 732-6477/732-6650<br />
Head Women’s BB Coach: Randy Rogers, 732-6480<br />
Asst. WBB Coach: Tessa Balsick, 208-732-6490<br />
Vol. Asst. WBB Coach: Jason Nichols, 208-732-6480<br />
Head Rodeo Coach: Steve Birnie, 732-6620<br />
Asst. Rodeo Coach: Brian Tubbs, 732-6620<br />
CSI Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees: Chairman Leroy Craig, Dr.<br />
Allan Frost, Donna Brizee, Dr. Charles Lehrman and<br />
Dr. Thad Scholes<br />
Sports Information<br />
SID: Karen Baumert<br />
Office Phone: (208) 732-6493<br />
E-mail Address: kbaumert@csi.edu<br />
Fax: (208) 734-0245<br />
Website: www.csi.edu<br />
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2009 Record: 47-17<br />
Returning Starters: 3<br />
Returning Non-Starters: 3<br />
Newcomers: 8<br />
2009 SWAC Finish: Second<br />
2009 Region 18 Tournament Finish: Second<br />
S<strong>of</strong>tball Information<br />
Head Coach: Nick Baumert (4th Year)<br />
Assistant Coach: Debbie Dodds (2nd year)<br />
Student Assistant Coach: Desi Thomson (2nd year)<br />
Office Phone Number: (208) 732-6494/732-6495<br />
Mailing Address: CSI S<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
315 Falls Ave.<br />
P.O. Box 1238<br />
Twin Falls, ID 83303-1238<br />
E-mail Address: nbaumert@csi.edu<br />
ddodds@csi.edu
<strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
2009-<strong>2010</strong> Roster<br />
No. Name Pos. Height Class B/T Hometown<br />
1 Michon Vanderpoel INF 5-1 So R/R Taylorsville, Utah<br />
3 Brie Dimond P/OF 5-3 So L/L Draper, Utah<br />
4 Jessica Albertson OF 5-3 Fr S/R Richland, Wash.<br />
6 Marie Williams OF 5-3 Fr L/R Delta, B.C.<br />
7 Mikkel Griffin INF 5-6 Fr R/R St. George, Utah<br />
8 Kayla Powell INF/C 5-6 So R/R Pocatello, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
9 Chelsea Buttars INF 5-8 Fr R/R Harrisville, Utah<br />
10 Chelsea Nix C 5-8 So R/R Show Low, Ariz.<br />
11 Generra Nielson P 5-6 So R/R Blanding, Utah<br />
12 Lyndi Miller C/INF 5-10 Fr R/R Murray, Utah<br />
14 Marina Groenewegen INF 5-9 Fr R/R Surrey, B.C.<br />
21 MeChel Hunt OF 6-0 Fr L/L Ogden, Utah<br />
23 Brittany Gonzales INF 5-9 So R/R Tooele, Utah<br />
25 Kelsey Bryant INF/P 6-0 Fr R/R Surrey, B.C.<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> Outlook<br />
High expectations for CSI S<strong>of</strong>tball; <strong>2010</strong><br />
squad has speed, power and pitching<br />
Playing for the Region 18 Championship is not a l<strong>of</strong>ty goal for the <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> s<strong>of</strong>tball team, it’s<br />
an expectation. Since the Golden Eagles first stepped on the field in 2007 as a brand new program, they have<br />
been a force, playing for the Region 18 Championship every year.<br />
This year, CSI head coach Nick Baumert expects no less.<br />
“We have a good mix <strong>of</strong> returners and newcomers,” Baumert said. “We have speed, power and athleticism. And<br />
most importantly, we have a group <strong>of</strong> players that hate to lose.”<br />
To win on the s<strong>of</strong>tball field, pitching is crucial. The Golden Eagles will rely on all-region selection and sophomore<br />
Generra Nielson for a bulk <strong>of</strong> the innings. Joining her in the circle will be sophomore Brie Dimond and<br />
freshman Kelsey Bryant.<br />
“With just three pitchers, we will expect a lot from them,” Baumert said. “They all have such different pitching<br />
styles it should be a benefit as we put together a rotation that utilizes each <strong>of</strong> their strengths.”<br />
When Bryant isn’t pitching, the 6-footer will be playing shortstop for the Golden Eagles. She will be joined on<br />
the infield by returners Brittany Gonzales (first base), Kayla Powell (third base and SS) and Michon Vanderpoel<br />
(third base). Newcomers include Mikkel Griffin (second base), Marina Groenewegen (third base) and Chelsea<br />
Buttars (third base).<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> Outlook<br />
“Brittany is one lone returning starter but both Kayla<br />
and Michon gained valuable experience last season,”<br />
Baumert said. “Kelsey, Marina and Chelsea give us<br />
size and power at the plate and Mikkel is athletic and<br />
quick. She is one <strong>of</strong> the best hitters I’ve coached.”<br />
Powell also gives CSI options. She will be able to<br />
catch when needed and play shortstop when Bryant<br />
pitches. In addition to Powell at the catcher position,<br />
sophomore Chelsea Nix returns after starting the last<br />
half <strong>of</strong> the season as a freshman. First-team all state Utah catcher Lyndi Miller will be able to swing for the<br />
Golden Eagles in the designated player position or catch.<br />
“We are lucky to have the depth that we have at catcher. Chelsea and Kayla have worked hard to improve <strong>of</strong>fensively<br />
and defensively. I’m excited to see what Lyndi can do. She can really swing it,” Baumert said.<br />
As much power as the Golden Eagles have in the infield, they counter that with speed in the outfield.<br />
Freshmen Jessica Albertson, Marie Williams and MeChel Hunt will see the most time in the outfield for CSI.<br />
All three hit from the left side with Hunt also swinging for power.<br />
“This is the most athletic outfield I’ve had since I’ve coached at CSI,” Baumert said. “Once they adjust to the<br />
college game, they could really make an impact.”<br />
The key to the Golden Eagles success will be to stay healthy. With just 14 players on the roster, CSI will rely<br />
heavily on each player to be consistent and ready to play every game.<br />
Play in the Scenic West Athletic Conference will be a battle as usual. Salt Lake CC returns seven key players<br />
and added some talented transfers and freshmen.<br />
“Salt Lake will have the edge on us early in the year with the experience they return,” Baumert said. “But I<br />
wouldn’t trade any <strong>of</strong> our kids. They have worked incredibly hard all fall and as the freshmen gain valuable<br />
playing experience, I expect us to be right there with them in the end.”<br />
North <strong>Idaho</strong> and <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada will be tough again. And Colorado Northwestern and Western<br />
Nevada should both be much improved. Snow is a bit <strong>of</strong> an unknown with a new coach in the mix. Although the<br />
Badgers should have an easy transition with assistant coach Andrea Wilson continuing on with the team.<br />
“We play in a league that prepares you to be competitive nationally,” Baumert said. “This year should be no<br />
different. I think the top half <strong>of</strong> our conference can play with anyone in the country.”
Nick Baumert joined the Golden Eagles as the head s<strong>of</strong>tball coach in<br />
2006. In the program’s first season, he earned 2007 Region 18 Coach <strong>of</strong><br />
the Year. In 2008, Baumert led CSI to a Region 18 Championship and<br />
brought home a 7th-place finish at the NJCAA National Tournament.<br />
In 2009, the Golden Eagles placed second in the SWAC as well as the<br />
Region 18 Tournament, ending the season ranked 10th in the nation.<br />
During the first three seasons, the Golden Eagles have had three All-<br />
Americans, six NFCA All-West selections, two NFCA All-Americans<br />
and six NJCAA Academic All-Americans. The team has posted a high<br />
enough grade point average every year to reach Academic All-American<br />
team status.<br />
Prior to being hired to start a brand new program at CSI, Baumert<br />
coached high school s<strong>of</strong>tball.<br />
As the Twin Falls High School varsity coach for seven seasons,<br />
Baumert led the Bruins to a 159-46 record. He won the Region III title five times and placed fifth three times at<br />
the state tournament.<br />
Throughout his high school coaching career, he coached one high school All-American, six Region III<br />
Players <strong>of</strong> the Year and 29 Region III first team selections. He also helped 12 players continue their s<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
career at the college level.<br />
Baumert received coach <strong>of</strong> the year accolades five times for<br />
Region III, twice for the Times-News and seven times from<br />
the District IV coaches. Most recently, Baumert was named<br />
Distinguished S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach <strong>of</strong> the Year for <strong>Idaho</strong> in 2006.<br />
Baumert is married to Karen. They have two daughters,<br />
Katelynn and Kylie.<br />
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Nick Baumert<br />
4th Season<br />
Head Coach
2007 Region 18 Coach <strong>of</strong> the Year<br />
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Head Coach
Debbie Dodds<br />
2nd Season<br />
Former Twin Falls High School standout Debbie Dodds joined the Golden<br />
Eagle s<strong>of</strong>tball team in the fall <strong>of</strong> 2008.<br />
Dodds, who played s<strong>of</strong>tball and graduated from BYU, was the only high<br />
school All-American s<strong>of</strong>tball player at Twin Falls High School. She started for<br />
the Bruins all four years.<br />
“Debbie is one <strong>of</strong> the hardest workers I have ever been around,” CSI head<br />
coach Nick Baumert said. “She has a great s<strong>of</strong>tball background and comes<br />
from an amazing family. We are excited to have her and feel very lucky to have<br />
her return to Twin Falls. I think she might just be my best recruit yet.”<br />
Dodds helped lead BYU to the NCAA tournament as a senior. She earned first<br />
team Mountain West Conference honors in 2004 and 2005 at BYU. She also<br />
was named to the National Fast-pitch Coaches Association west region team in<br />
2004. As a senior, Dodds was named the team’s most inspirational player. She<br />
also excelled in the classroom earning scholar athlete honors.<br />
After graduating from BYU with a degree in physical education, Dodds became<br />
the head coach at Timpview High School in Orem, Utah. She led the team to its first ever state s<strong>of</strong>tball appearance.<br />
This isn’t the first time Dodds and Baumert have worked together on the s<strong>of</strong>tball diamond. Dodds played for Baumert<br />
her last three years <strong>of</strong> high school and has worked several CSI s<strong>of</strong>tball camps. In 2001, Dodds was the Region III Player<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Year at TFHS.<br />
“She is a perfect fit for our program,” Baumert said. “She has a great understanding <strong>of</strong> the game and what it takes to be<br />
successful. Debbie is the type <strong>of</strong> coach that can take us to an even higher level. She knows what it takes to succeed and<br />
will place high expectations on our players.”<br />
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AssistantCoach
Up Close with Michon<br />
What advice would you give a 5year-old?<br />
Stay out <strong>of</strong> the tall grass.<br />
Favorite CSI Intructor: Bill West<br />
My Favorite Motivational saying is:<br />
“Be the change you want to see in the<br />
world.”<br />
Favorite Cereal: Honey Nut Chex<br />
One word to describe Golden Eagle<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball is: family.<br />
When I was little I wanted to be a:<br />
scientist.<br />
Now, I want to be: an editor.<br />
My biggest fear is: the dark.<br />
Who should play you in a movie<br />
version <strong>of</strong> your life? Natalie Portman<br />
Favorite Donut: Old Fashioned<br />
I can’t bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: styr<strong>of</strong>oam<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall is: a<br />
print <strong>of</strong> my favorite band “Minus the<br />
Bear.”<br />
Brie Dimond<br />
5-1 - Infield<br />
Sophomore<br />
Taylorsville, Utah - #1<br />
“Michon understands the game<br />
<strong>of</strong> s<strong>of</strong>tball very well. She is a<br />
hard worker and great student. ”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
At CSI: Michon started in 29 games for the Golden Eagles as a<br />
freshman, hitting .296 with nine RBIs and 2 doubles.<br />
Before CSI: A first team all-state selection as a senior, Michon<br />
played s<strong>of</strong>tball at Taylorsville High School.<br />
As a freshman, she was part <strong>of</strong> her high school team that placed<br />
fourth at state. She helped lead THS to a state championship in 2007<br />
and a second-place finish in 2008.<br />
Outside <strong>of</strong> school, Michon played ASA travel ball for Bad to the<br />
Bone.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Play to Win or Play to have Fun<br />
Sweet or Salty<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Laugh out Load or Giggle<br />
“Brie is a lefty pitcher that can<br />
really move the ball and keep<br />
hitters <strong>of</strong>f balance. We always<br />
get 100 percent effort from Brie.”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
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This or That<br />
At CSI: Brie played in 26 games for CSI, appearing in 17 in the<br />
circle. She finished the season 6-2 with a 2.38 era and 43 strikeouts.<br />
Before CSI: Brie played basketball and s<strong>of</strong>tball at Juan Diego<br />
High School, earning first team all-state honors for s<strong>of</strong>tball as a<br />
sophomore, junior and senior.<br />
A four-year starter, Brie helped her s<strong>of</strong>tball team to four region<br />
championships as well as a second-place finish at state, two thirdplace<br />
finishes and a fifth-place finish.<br />
She also was named first team all-region three years in s<strong>of</strong>tball.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Worry Wart or Worry Free<br />
Spender or Saver<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Tent or Cabin<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
Street Smart or Book Smart<br />
5-3 - Pitcher/Outfield<br />
Sophomore<br />
Draper, Utah - #3<br />
Up Close with Brie<br />
Michon Vanderpoel<br />
Hidden Talent: I can shake my eyes.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself is:<br />
flirty.<br />
How is Twin Falls different from<br />
where you are from?: It is a smaller<br />
city with slower drivers.<br />
Favorite Food: Salmon with Asparagus<br />
I am not good at: literature or drawing.<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: canned<br />
tuna.<br />
My hobbies include: coloring and<br />
baking.<br />
Favorite Fast Food Restaurant:<br />
Paradise Cafe<br />
I cant bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: someone<br />
whispering in my ear.<br />
Favorite toy as a child: Skip-It
Up Close with Jessica<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: throw up.<br />
Hidden Talent: I can lift more than<br />
my weight.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself is:<br />
strong.<br />
Who would you be in a band<br />
- singer, guitarist, drummer, or<br />
Manager?: Drummer<br />
The last book I read was: Mind<br />
Gym.<br />
Favorite Toy as a Child: Tonka<br />
Truck<br />
I love the smell <strong>of</strong>: Abercrombie.<br />
I wish someone would invent: a<br />
machine that makes you invisible.<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall are:<br />
previous pictures <strong>of</strong> s<strong>of</strong>tball teams.<br />
Favorite sit-down Restaurant:<br />
Olive Garden<br />
Marie Williams<br />
5-3 - Outfield<br />
Freshman<br />
Richland, Wash. - #4<br />
“Jessica is very athletic and<br />
quick. As she continues to improve<br />
her bat control from the<br />
left side <strong>of</strong> the plate, she will be<br />
a very tough out.”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
Before CSI: A four-year letterman in basketball and s<strong>of</strong>tball, Jessica<br />
played at Hanford High School.<br />
She helped lead HHS to two Midvalley league championships and<br />
a CBL district championship. She was named second team all area in<br />
as a senior and also earned the defensive MVP player award for her<br />
team.<br />
Her last two years, she racked up 23 stolen bases each year and<br />
had only two strikeouts at the plate.<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Laugh out loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Talk or Listen<br />
Street Smart or Book Smart<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
“We are very lucky to have a<br />
player like Marie. She has amazing<br />
awareness <strong>of</strong> the defense at<br />
the plate. When she learns to<br />
trust, she will be unstoppable.”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
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This or That<br />
Before CSI: Marie played basketball, soccer and badminton at<br />
Burnsview Secondary School.<br />
Outside <strong>of</strong> school, she played s<strong>of</strong>tball on the Whiterock Renegades,<br />
Team British Columbia, Zone 4 and Surdel Tigers.<br />
In 2007, she helped her team to a Western Canadian summer<br />
games championship.<br />
She also played at nationals in 2007, 2008 and 2009, helping her<br />
team to a first-place finish. In 2007 and 2009 she earned the all-star<br />
award for her play in the outfield.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Play to Win or Play to have Fun<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Night Light or Completely Dark<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Sweet or Salty<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Beach or Mountains<br />
Play to Win or Play to Have Fun<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
5-3 - Outfield<br />
Freshman<br />
Delta, B.C. - #6<br />
Up Close with Marie<br />
Jessica Albertson<br />
During the <strong>of</strong>f season, I focused<br />
on improving: my depleted bank<br />
account.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself is:<br />
sarcastic.<br />
Hidden Talent: I can pass sarcasm as<br />
casual conversation.<br />
Swallow anything by accident as a<br />
kid?: Yes- my tooth<br />
Favorite Food: French Bread<br />
My biggest fear: Crows<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall are:<br />
six spiderman posters and pictures <strong>of</strong><br />
friends.<br />
I wish someone would invent: an<br />
instant cure for stomach aches.<br />
Favorite Fruit: Green Grapes<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: curry.<br />
Favorite Donut: Boston Cream
5-6 - Infield<br />
Freshman<br />
St. George, Utah - #7<br />
Up Close with Mikkel<br />
Favorite Motivational Saying:<br />
“Never give up what you want most<br />
for what you want right now.”<br />
For just one day I would switch<br />
places with an: Australian surf bum.<br />
Favorite Food: Pomegranate<br />
Favorite Vegetable: Zucchini<br />
When I was little I wanted to be: a<br />
pro soccer player.<br />
Now I want to be: a nutritionist or<br />
personal trainer.<br />
An interesting fact about myself is:<br />
I absolutely can’t stand throw up.<br />
My hobbies include: fourwheeling<br />
and going to the lake.<br />
Favorite Toy as a Child: Ride-on<br />
Springy Horse.<br />
Favorite sit-down Restaurant: TGI<br />
Friday’s.<br />
Kayla Powell<br />
“Mikkel is the whole package.<br />
She can swing for power or play<br />
the short game, she is solid defensively<br />
and she is athletic and<br />
quick. She is an impact player.”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
Before CSI: A two-sport athlete at Dixie High School, Mikkel<br />
helped her team qualify for state four times in s<strong>of</strong>tball and three<br />
times in soccer, winning a state championship in soccer her sophomore<br />
year. Her s<strong>of</strong>tball teams placed no lower than 6th in the state<br />
during her high school career.<br />
Mikkel set the home run and RBI record Utah high school record<br />
as well as earned all state honors in s<strong>of</strong>tball and in soccer.<br />
Outside <strong>of</strong> high school, she played on the Pegasus ASA travel<br />
team.<br />
Go with the Flow or Stick to a<br />
Routine<br />
Laugh out loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Talk or Listen<br />
Night Light or Completley Dark<br />
“Kayla has worked hard in the<br />
<strong>of</strong>f-season to develop into a<br />
player that we need to have in<br />
the lineup. She gives us options<br />
because she can play several<br />
positions.” Coach Baumert<br />
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This or That<br />
At CSI: Kayla played in 47 games as a freshman, hitting .282<br />
with five home runs and 28 RBIs.<br />
Before CSI: A two-sport athlete at Pocatello High School, Kayla<br />
led her team to a third-place finish at the state s<strong>of</strong>tball tournament her<br />
senior season.<br />
During her high school career, she helped her s<strong>of</strong>tball team to four<br />
league championships and her basketball team to one league championship.<br />
As a junior, Kayla was named league and team MVP.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Secret Keeper or Blabbermouth<br />
Tent or Cabin<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Sweet or Salty<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Spender or Saver<br />
Play to Win or Play to Have Fun<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Sweet or Salty<br />
5-6 - Infield/ Catcher<br />
Sophomore<br />
Pocatello, <strong>Idaho</strong> - #8<br />
Up Close with Kayla<br />
Mikkel Griffin<br />
When I was little I wanted to be a:<br />
forensic scientist.<br />
Now I want to be a: business owner.<br />
My favorite motivational saying<br />
is: “All athletes are created equal,<br />
with an equal opportunity to become<br />
unequal.”<br />
Favorite Food: Chicken and Rice<br />
If I could appear on the cover <strong>of</strong> a<br />
magazine it would be: Cosmo.<br />
My biggest fear is: heights and mice.<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall are:<br />
pictures and a love sign.<br />
Favorite Pop: Mt. Dew Code Red<br />
Favorite toy as a child: Barbie<br />
Favorite Vegetable: Green Beans.<br />
Last book I read: Lovely Bones<br />
Favorite sit-down Restaurant:<br />
Texas Road House
5-8 - Infield<br />
Freshman<br />
Harrisville, Utah - #9<br />
Up Close with Chelsea<br />
Hidden Talent: Scuba Diving<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall is: a<br />
lifesize cardboard stand up <strong>of</strong> Elvis.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself: is<br />
outgoing- loud.<br />
I wish someone would invent: a<br />
robot that would clean.<br />
One interesting fact about myself<br />
is: I was a student ambassador and<br />
went to Europe for two weeks.<br />
Most prized posession: Ipod and<br />
Phone<br />
Favorite Pop: Dr. Pepper (nector <strong>of</strong><br />
the gods)<br />
I can’t bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: people<br />
chewing loudly.<br />
High school activities besides athletics:<br />
Snowboarding Club<br />
Favorite Food: Chicken<br />
Chelsea Nix<br />
“Chelsea brings life to our team.<br />
She plays with a lot <strong>of</strong> energy.<br />
Chelsea has played a lot <strong>of</strong><br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball and will give us depth<br />
as well as a strong bat in the<br />
lineup.” Coach Baumert<br />
Before CSI: Chelsea started all four years for Weber High School’s<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball team, leading them to the state tournament her last three years.<br />
The highest finish was her sophomore season when WHS placed sixth.<br />
Chelsea was named a Triple Crown All-American and an Adidas<br />
Top 100 recruit. As a senior, she was named to the second team all-area<br />
team.<br />
Outside <strong>of</strong> high school ball, Chelsea played for the Utah Xtreme<br />
ASA travel club.<br />
Go with the Flow or Stick to a<br />
Routine<br />
Laugh out loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Worry Wart or Worry Free<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
“Chelsea has worked hard to<br />
eliminate weaknesses in her<br />
game. She will contribute both<br />
on <strong>of</strong>fense and defense this year<br />
for us.” Coach Baumert<br />
12<br />
This or That<br />
At CSI: As a freshman at CSI, Chelsea worked her way into the<br />
starting catcher role. She hit .236 at the plate with three home runs<br />
and 18 RBIs.<br />
Before CSI: A four-year starter in basketball, volleyball and<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball at Show Low High School, Chelsea earned all-state honors in<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball two years and first team all-region honors three years.<br />
She helped her team to a s<strong>of</strong>tball region championship three times<br />
and a second-place finish at state her junior season.<br />
She is the fourth girl in her family to play collegiate s<strong>of</strong>tball.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Play to Win or Play to have Fun<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Beach or Mountains<br />
Play to Win or Play to Have Fun<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
5-8 - Catcher<br />
Sophomore<br />
Show Low, Ariz. - #10<br />
Up Close with Chelsea<br />
Chelsea Buttars<br />
Favorite Food: Refried Beans<br />
Did you swallow anything by accident<br />
as a kid?: A fireball<br />
Favorite vegetable: Asparagus<br />
For just a day, I would switch<br />
places with: Man vs. Wild.<br />
I wish someone would invent: a<br />
helmet with a heater in it.<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: rotten<br />
milk.<br />
I can’t bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: hair dryers.<br />
My favorite motivational saying<br />
is: “You eat the munchies you do the<br />
crunchies.”<br />
When I was little I wanted to be: a<br />
crocodile hunter.<br />
Now I want to be: an archeologist.<br />
Favorite Pop: Dr. Pepper
5-6 - Pitcher<br />
Sophomore<br />
Blanding, Utah - #11<br />
Up Close with Generra<br />
Hidden Talent: I can play the piano<br />
and tap dance.<br />
My favorite motivational saying is:<br />
“Things work out best for those who<br />
make the best out <strong>of</strong> the way things<br />
work out.”<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: dirty<br />
dishes.<br />
I can’t bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: my alarm<br />
clock.<br />
When I was little, I wanted to be a:<br />
cake baker.<br />
Now, I want to be a: social worker.<br />
Favorite Fruit: Cantalope<br />
Interesting Fact: I have a herd <strong>of</strong><br />
bull elk in my back yard every fall.<br />
Favorite Food: Cold Cereal<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall is: a<br />
Darth Vader poster board thing.<br />
Lyndi Miller<br />
“Generra will carry the pressure<br />
and the responsibility <strong>of</strong> being<br />
our No. 1 pitcher. She is one <strong>of</strong><br />
the best pitchers in JUCO s<strong>of</strong>tball.<br />
She throws hard and moves<br />
the ball a lot.” Coach Baumert<br />
At CSI: A second team Region 18 selection as a freshman for CSI, Generra<br />
ranked third in the league in ERA (1.95), fourth in strikeouts (134) and second in<br />
wins (18) despite missing a month with a concussion.<br />
Before CSI: The 2A Utah State Player <strong>of</strong> the Year, Generra led San Juan<br />
High School to a state championship her senior year. She earned all-state honors<br />
as a pitcher all four years. Generra holds the Utah state record for career strikeouts<br />
with 826.<br />
As a senior, Generra hit .442 with 29 RBIs, 29 runs, 10 home runs and 12<br />
doubles. She recorded 292 strikeouts with a 1.30 ERA the same year. In the<br />
state championship game, Generra went 3-for-3 at the plate with a home run and<br />
finished with 16 strikeouts in the circle.<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Laugh out Loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Talk or Listen<br />
Street Smart or Book Smart<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
“Lyndi can really swing it. She<br />
will primarily hit for us in the<br />
designated player spot but also<br />
will see some time as a catcher.<br />
She is a great person and student.”<br />
Coach Baumert<br />
13<br />
This or That<br />
Before CSI: A basketball and s<strong>of</strong>tball standout at Murray High<br />
School, Lyndi led her high school team to a state championship in<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball her sophomore season and second-place finishes her freshmen<br />
and junior years.<br />
An all-state selection as a junior and senior on the s<strong>of</strong>tball field,<br />
Lyndi also excelled in the classroom. She was a member <strong>of</strong> National<br />
Honor Society and did an honors program service project with refugee<br />
families.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Worry Wart or Worry Free<br />
Spender or Saver<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Stay In or Go Out<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Play to Win or Play to Have Fun<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
5-10 - Catcher/ Infield<br />
Freshman<br />
Murray, Utah - #12<br />
Up Close with Lyndi<br />
Generra Nielson<br />
An interesting fact about myself<br />
is: when I eat chips and salsa I love<br />
drinking chocolate milk with it.<br />
Favorite Vegetable: Squash<br />
Favorite Sit-Down Restaurant:<br />
Asian Star<br />
Favorite Fast-Food Restaurant:<br />
Yosish’s<br />
My biggest fear is: snakes.<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: gasoline.<br />
I love the smell <strong>of</strong>: pomegranate<br />
midnight scent.<br />
I am not good at: expressing myself.<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall are:<br />
pictures <strong>of</strong> family and friends.<br />
My hobbies include: cooking and<br />
anything outdoors and recreational.<br />
One word to describe Golden Eagle<br />
S<strong>of</strong>tball is: sisters.
5-9 - Infield<br />
Freshman<br />
Surrey, B.C. - #14<br />
Up Close with Marina<br />
I am not good at: skipping rope.<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: brussel<br />
sprouts.<br />
For just a day, I would switch<br />
places with: The President.<br />
I love the smell <strong>of</strong>: citrus.<br />
An intersting fact about me is: I<br />
have had diabetes (type 1) for 11<br />
years.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself<br />
is: real.<br />
My hobbies are: snowboarding,<br />
reading, and going to the beach.<br />
My biggest fear is: falling from<br />
heights.<br />
Favorite Fruit: Pineapple<br />
Favorite Cookie: White Chocolate<br />
Chip Macadamia Nut.<br />
Favorite Holiday: Summer Vacation<br />
MeChel Hunt<br />
“Marina has a ton <strong>of</strong> potential.<br />
Once her confidence at the plate<br />
matches her ability, she will be<br />
one <strong>of</strong> the best hitters in our<br />
league.” Coach Baumert<br />
Before CSI: A volleyball and soccer player at Elgin Park Secondary<br />
School, Marina played her s<strong>of</strong>tball for the White Rock Renegades<br />
as well as Team BC (British Columbia).<br />
In 2009, her team was the Canadian national champions. She<br />
earned the top 3rd baseman award at nationals. At provincials, Marina<br />
was named the Top Batter. She also made it to the top 28 in the final<br />
selection camp for Team Canada.<br />
At the Valley Invitational Recruitment Camp, Marina was ranked<br />
12th out <strong>of</strong> 587 participants.<br />
Night Light or Completely Dark<br />
Laugh out loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Talk or Listen<br />
Street Smart or Book Smart<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
“Quick and athletic. MeChel<br />
took a year <strong>of</strong>f from s<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
but we expect her to catch up<br />
quickly. She is a true lefty that<br />
can swing for power.” Coach<br />
14<br />
This or That<br />
Before CSI: Mechel excelled at basketball and s<strong>of</strong>tball at Fremont<br />
High School. She earned all-state honors in both and came to<br />
CSI originally as a basketball player. After playing for the Golden<br />
Eagles last season in the gym, she took her game outside and<br />
switched to s<strong>of</strong>tball.<br />
Mechel lettered three years in s<strong>of</strong>tball at FHS, earning first team<br />
all area honors twice, second team all-state once and first team allstate<br />
once. She also was selected to the 5A all-star team her senior<br />
season.<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Sweet or Salty<br />
Night Light or Completely Dark<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Tanning Oil or Sunscreen<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Casual or Dress up<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Tent or Cabin<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
Baumert Up Close with MeChel<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Spender or Saver<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
Morning or Night<br />
6-0 - Outfield<br />
Freshman<br />
Ogden, Utah - #21<br />
Marina Groenewegen<br />
My most prized possessions are: my<br />
hair products.<br />
An interesting facts about myself<br />
is: I own more than 75 pairs <strong>of</strong> shoes,<br />
and I am addicted to graphic audio<br />
books.<br />
When I was little I wanted to be a:<br />
cheerleader.<br />
Now I want to be a: cosmetologist.<br />
My favorite toy as a child was a:<br />
stick horse.<br />
Favorite Fruit: Pineapple<br />
I love the smell <strong>of</strong>: gasoline.<br />
For just one day, I would switch<br />
places with: a super model.<br />
My hobbies are: scrapbooking and<br />
doing hair.<br />
I can’t stand the smell <strong>of</strong>: c<strong>of</strong>fee.<br />
I can’t bear the sound <strong>of</strong>: a dentist’s<br />
drill.
5-9 - Infield<br />
Sophomore<br />
Tooele, Utah - #23<br />
Up Close with Brittany<br />
My most prized possession is a: wax<br />
mold <strong>of</strong> my grandma’s hands.<br />
My hobbies include: photography<br />
and snowboarding.<br />
When I was little I wanted to be a:<br />
marine biologist.<br />
Now I want to be: wealthy.<br />
I love the smell <strong>of</strong>: rain.<br />
Funniest Movie: Horton Hears a<br />
Who<br />
Favorite Fruit: Strawberry<br />
Most Annoying Bug: Gnat<br />
If I could appear on the cover <strong>of</strong><br />
any magazine it would be: Oprah<br />
Magazine.<br />
I am not good at: dancing and cooking<br />
rice.<br />
I wish someone would invent: a<br />
cheaper substitute for gas.<br />
Kelsey Bryant<br />
“Brittany is a winner. She’s that<br />
kind <strong>of</strong> kid that stays after practice<br />
or does anything you ask<br />
her to do to get better. We will<br />
look to her to lead on and <strong>of</strong>f the<br />
field.” Coach Baumert<br />
At CSI: Brittany started 63 <strong>of</strong> 66 games for the Golden Eagles at<br />
first base last season. She hit .389 with 12 home runs, 14 doubles and<br />
49 RBIs. With 385 chances in the field, Brittany had just five errors.<br />
Before CSI: A two-sport athlete at Tooele High School, Brittany<br />
was instrumental in the s<strong>of</strong>tball team’s success.<br />
During her four years on varsity, she helped her team to three state<br />
championships and one runner-up finish. She earned all-region honors<br />
in 2006, 2007 and 2008 and all-state honors in 2007 and 2008.<br />
She also played on the TC Thunder ASA travel team, which won the<br />
2008 state championship and the 2007 Triple Crown World Series.<br />
Tanning Oil or Sunscreen<br />
Laugh Out Loud or Giggle<br />
Morning or Night<br />
Talk or Listen<br />
Street Smart or Book Smart<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
“Kelsey’s ceiling is unlimited.<br />
Her size and athletic ability make<br />
her an amazing shortstop, while<br />
her calm demeanor helps her in<br />
the circle. It will be fun to watch<br />
her grow at CSI.” Coach Baumert<br />
15<br />
This or That<br />
Before CSI: Kelsey attended Sullivan Heights Secondary School<br />
where she played volleyball, soccer and basketball. She played s<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
for the Surrey Storm and Delta Heat.<br />
Kelsey also was chosen to play for Team BC. She helped Team<br />
BC to a gold medal at the Western Canada Summer Games in 2007<br />
and was the starting shortstop for Team BC in leading them to the<br />
Canada Summer Games gold medal in 2009.<br />
She is the younger sister <strong>of</strong> former Golden Eagle s<strong>of</strong>tball player<br />
Kyla Bryant who is currently playing for <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong>.<br />
Casual or Dress Up<br />
Love to Win or Hate to Lose<br />
Play to Win or Play to have Fun<br />
White Bread or Wheat Bread<br />
Leader or Follower<br />
Reality Show or Sitcom<br />
This or That<br />
Social Butterfly or Wallflower<br />
Beaches or Mountains<br />
Potato Chips or French Fries<br />
Small Town or Big City<br />
Mild or Spicy<br />
Dreamer or Doer<br />
Dogs or Cats<br />
Tent or Cabin<br />
Worry Wart or Worry Free<br />
Stay in or Go Out<br />
Secret Keeper or Blabbermouth<br />
Clean Freak or Total Slob<br />
6-0 - Infield/Pitcher<br />
Freshman<br />
Surrey, B.C. - #25<br />
Up Close with Kelsey<br />
Brittany Gonzales<br />
Hidden Talent: I have double jointed<br />
fingers and thumbs.<br />
I am not good at: keeping my room<br />
clean.<br />
A one word description <strong>of</strong> myself is:<br />
calm.<br />
Interesting fact about myself is: I<br />
cannot make rice.<br />
Favorite Fruit: Grapefruit<br />
Hanging on my bedroom wall is:<br />
a calendar <strong>of</strong> 101 things every girl<br />
should do.<br />
Favorite Donut: Sour Cream Glaze<br />
My favorite motivational saying is:<br />
“The ultimate measure <strong>of</strong> a woman is<br />
not where she stands in moments <strong>of</strong><br />
comfort and convenience but where<br />
she stands at times <strong>of</strong> challenge and<br />
controversy.
16<br />
Student AssistantCoach<br />
Desi Thomson<br />
2nd Season<br />
Desi Thomson returns for her second season as a student assistant for<br />
the Golden Eagles. Thomson, who played for CSI in 2008 and 2009, is<br />
finishing up her nursing degree and helping out with the Golden Eagle<br />
pitchers.<br />
“Desi has a great s<strong>of</strong>tball background,” said CSI head coach Nick<br />
Baumert. “We are lucky she chose to stay at CSI and help our program.”<br />
On the Air<br />
Listen to all the action live on 1450 AM with Ken Simmons (left) and Jonathan Drew (right). If you aren’t in<br />
the Twin Falls area, go to www.csi.edu/athletics and click on listen live to hear selected CSI s<strong>of</strong>tball games on<br />
your computer.
SWAC Teams<br />
Salt Lake CC<br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada<br />
Snow <strong>College</strong><br />
Western Nevada<br />
Colorado Northwestern CC<br />
2009 Stats and Region 18 Standings<br />
CSI Overall 2009 Record: 47-17-2 Region 18 2009 Record: 37-10<br />
Player Games AB R H RBI 2B 3B HR TB SO BB HP SAC OB% E <strong>SB</strong> /<strong>SB</strong>A AVG. SLG%<br />
Megan Zimmerman 65 221 90 96 85 21 3 24 195 5 16 3 7 .475 16 29/35 .434 .882<br />
McKensy Hillstead 54 149 50 63 57 14 0 15 122 20 23 0 2 .497 7 4/4 .423 .819<br />
Ashley Chappel 66 202 73 83 80 19 1 19 161 11 30 0 8 .475 16 4/5 .411 .797<br />
Brie Dimond 26 20 7 8 3 0 0 0 8 1 4 0 0 .500 4 1/1 .400 .400<br />
Brittany Gonzales 63 175 55 68 49 14 1 12 120 22 27 3 1 .478 5 4/4 .389 .686<br />
Erin Olander 64 194 56 73 58 12 2 11 122 23 19 0 6 .426 1 9/10 .376 .629<br />
Dani Grant 51 126 36 47 35 9 2 7 81 28 20 7 4 .474 0 10/11 .373 .643<br />
Cassi Merrill 61 217 69 80 54 11 4 10 129 27 18 1 3 .418 5 22/24 .369 .594<br />
Jaelle Judkins 61 174 58 64 26 6 1 0 72 16 17 2 9 .430 0 16/17 .368 .414<br />
Allie Thain 9 11 5 4 4 2 0 0 6 0 2 0 0 .462 0 0/0 .364 .545<br />
Kyla Bryant 29 16 5 5 7 0 0 1 8 3 2 0 0 .389 3 0/0 .313 .500<br />
Michon Vanderpoel 30 71 16 21 9 2 0 0 23 13 7 0 2 .359 4 1/2 .296 .324<br />
Kayla Powell 47 110 25 31 28 7 1 5 55 30 20 2 0 .402 10 3/3 .282 .500<br />
Generra Nielson 33 23 5 6 5 2 0 1 11 3 1 0 1 .280 5 0/0 .261 .478<br />
Madison Allen 31 44 14 11 12 4 0 1 18 10 4 0 1 .313 9 4/4 .250 .409<br />
Chelsea Nix 37 89 16 21 18 6 0 3 36 24 6 1 2 .292 3 1/2 .236 .404<br />
Totals 66 1842 580 681 530 129 15 109 1167 237 216 19 46 .437 88 108/122 .370 .634<br />
Opponents 66 1620 204 423 186 64 1 30 579 319 113 15 31 .314 147 43/57 .261 .357<br />
Pitching<br />
Name APP IP H R ER BB SO ERA W L Saves<br />
Generra Nielson 26 147.0 144 60 41 34 134 1.95 18 5 0<br />
McKensy Hillstead 19 104.0 101 55 33 30 88 2.22 12 6 0<br />
Brie Dimond 17 56.0 68 29 19 17 43 2.38 6 2 0<br />
Kyla Bryant 22 89.2 105 59 37 30 53 2.89 10 4 0<br />
Allie Thain 1 5.0 5 1 1 2 1 1.40 1 0 0<br />
Totals 66 401.2 423 204 131 113 319 2.28 47 17 0<br />
Opponents 66 388.1 681 580 422 216 237 7.61 17 47 3<br />
Wins<br />
41<br />
37<br />
30<br />
27<br />
16<br />
10<br />
0<br />
SWAC<br />
2009<br />
Losses<br />
5<br />
10<br />
17<br />
19<br />
28<br />
38<br />
40<br />
17<br />
Pct.<br />
.891<br />
.787<br />
.638<br />
.587<br />
.364<br />
.208<br />
.000<br />
Wins<br />
47<br />
47<br />
37<br />
34<br />
18<br />
10<br />
0<br />
Overall<br />
2009<br />
Losses<br />
7<br />
17<br />
23<br />
25<br />
33<br />
40<br />
40<br />
Pct.<br />
.870<br />
.727<br />
.617<br />
.576<br />
.353<br />
.200<br />
.000
Date Opponent Result Score Site<br />
Jan. 30, 2009 Arizona Western L 3-7 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Jan. 30, 2009 Pima <strong>College</strong> W 7-0 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Jan. 30, 2009 Mesa <strong>College</strong> W 4-0 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Jan. 31, 2009 Phoenix <strong>College</strong> T 2-2 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Jan. 31, 2009 Eastern Arizona L 1-5 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Jan. 31, 2009 Pima <strong>College</strong> W 5-4 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 1, 2009 Gateway W 14-2 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 1, 2009 Arizona Western T 1-1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 4, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 31-0 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 4, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 28-0 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 5, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 24-0 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 5, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 26-1 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 6, 2009 Salt Lake CC W 3-0 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 6, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 5-7 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 7, 2009 Salt Lake CC W 4-3 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 7, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 5-8 St. George, Utah<br />
Feb. 13, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 3-2 Ephraim, Utah<br />
Feb. 13, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 15-1 Ephraim, Utah<br />
Feb. 20, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> L 8-12 Coeur d’ Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Feb. 20, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> L 3-4 Coeur d’ Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Feb. 21, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> L 2-3 Coeur d’ Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Feb. 21, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> W 5-4 Coeur d’ Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Feb. 27, 2009 Eastern Arizona W 8-5 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 27, 2009 Eastern Arizona L 6-8 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 27, 2009 Miami Dade <strong>College</strong> W 14-6 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 27, 2009 Miami Dade <strong>College</strong> L 0-1 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 28, 2009 Eastern Arizona W 13-1 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Feb. 28, 2009 Phoenix <strong>College</strong> L 6-12 Thatcher, Ariz.<br />
Mar. 6, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 18-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 6, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 11-3 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 7, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 25-1 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 7, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 20-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 13, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 2-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 13, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 8-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 14, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 3-2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 14, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 8-5 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 20, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 15-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 20, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 17-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 21, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 18-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 21, 2009 Colorado Northwestern W 8-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Mar. 27, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 2-3 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
Mar. 27, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 2-6 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
Mar. 28, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 1-8 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
Mar. 28, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 3-10 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
Apr. 3, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 15-8 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 3, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 13-1 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 4, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 11-2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 4, 2009 Snow <strong>College</strong> W 9-1 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 10, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> W 1-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 10, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> L 6-7 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 11, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> W 1-0 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 11, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> W 5-2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Apr. 14, 2009 Treasure Valley CC W 12-1 Ontario, Ore.<br />
Apr. 14, 2009 Treasure Valley CC W 9-1 Ontario, Ore.<br />
Apr. 24, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 9-0 Carson City, Nev.<br />
Apr. 24, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 21-0 Carson City, Nev.<br />
Apr. 25, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 6-3 Carson City, Nev.<br />
Apr. 25, 2009 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> W 11-1 Carson City, Nev.<br />
May 1, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 6-3 Henderson, Nev.<br />
May 1, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 8-7 Henderson, Nev.<br />
May 2, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 7-1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
May 2, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 6-5 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Region 18 Tournament<br />
May 7, 2009 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> W 7-6 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
May 8, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 3-11 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
May 9, 2009 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada W 6-4 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
May 9, 2009 Salt Lake CC L 1-3 Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
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2009 S<strong>of</strong>tball Results
Day Date Opponent Time Games Place<br />
Fri.-Sat. Jan. 29-30 <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada Tourney Henderson, Nev.<br />
Fri. Jan. 29 Pima <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Fri. Jan. 29 El Paso CC 3 p.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Fri. Jan. 29 South Mountain CC 7:30 p.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Sat. Jan. 30 Gateway <strong>College</strong> 8 a.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Sat. Jan. 30 Yavapai CC 10 a.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Sat. Jan. 30 Chattanooga CC 2 p.m. 1 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Thur.-Sat. Feb. 4-6 Arizona Western Tourney Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Thur. Feb. 4 Dawson CC Noon 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Thur. Feb. 4 Central Arizona <strong>College</strong> 4 p.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Thur. Feb. 4 Arizona Western <strong>College</strong> 6 p.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Fri. Feb. 5 El Paso CC 10 a.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Fri. Feb. 5 Golden West 4 p.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Fri. Feb. 5 Eastern Arizona <strong>College</strong> 6 p.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Sat. Feb. 6 El Paso 10 a.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Sat. Feb. 6 Eastern Arizona <strong>College</strong> 2 p.m. 1 Yuma, Ariz.<br />
Wed. Feb. 10 Colorado Northwestern CC 1 p.m. 2 St. George, Utah<br />
Thur. Feb. 11 Colorado Northwestern CC 1 p.m. 2 St. George, Utah<br />
Fri. Feb. 12 Salt Lake CC 1 p.m. 2 St. George, Utah<br />
Sat. Feb. 13 Salt Lake CC Noon 2 St. George, Utah<br />
Fri. Feb. 19 Snow <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. Feb. 20 Snow <strong>College</strong> Noon 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Fri. Feb. 26 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. Feb. 27 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> Noon 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Fri. March 12 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 2 Carson City, Nev.<br />
Sat. March 13 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> Noon 2 Carson City, Nev.<br />
Fri. March 19 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada 2 p.m. MST 2 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Sat. March 20 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada 1 p.m. MST 2 Henderson, Nev.<br />
Fri. March 26 Colorado Northwestern CC 1 p.m. 2 Rangely, Colo.<br />
Sat. March 27 Colorado Northwestern CC Noon 2 Rangely, Colo.<br />
Fri. April 2 Salt Lake CC 1 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. April 3 Salt Lake CC Noon 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Fri. April 9 Snow <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 2 Ephraim, Utah<br />
Sat. April 10 Snow <strong>College</strong> Noon 2 Ephraim, Utah<br />
Fri. April 16 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> 2 p.m. MST 2 Coeur d’Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. April 17 North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. MST 2 Coeur d’Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Tues. April 20 Treasure Valley 2 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Fri. April 30 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> 1 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. May 1 Western Nevada <strong>College</strong> Noon 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Fri. May 7 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada 1 p.m. 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Sat. May 8 <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada Noon 2 Twin Falls, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Wed.-Sat. May 13-15 Region 18 Tournament Winner <strong>of</strong> League<br />
Thur.-Sat. May 20-22 NJCAA National Tournament St. George, Utah<br />
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2009 Region 18 Regular Season Individual Stat Leaders<br />
Batting Leaders<br />
Batting Average<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...... 6th (.434)<br />
McKensy Hillstead ....... 7th (.423)<br />
Ashley Chappel ............ 8th (.411)<br />
Hits<br />
Megan Zimmerman ........ 1st (96)<br />
Ashley Chappel ..............3rd (83)<br />
On Base %<br />
McKensy Hillstead ....... 5th (.497)<br />
Megan Zimmerman ..... 11th (.475)<br />
Ashley Chapple ........... 11th (.475)<br />
Runs Batted In<br />
Megan Zimmerman ........ 1st (85)<br />
Ashley Chappel ............. 2nd (80)<br />
McKensy Hillstead .........8th (57)<br />
2009 Region 18 Top 10 Team Stat Leaders All Games<br />
Batting Average<br />
SLCC................................. 1st (.407)<br />
CSI ...................................2nd (.370)<br />
CSN .................................. 3rd (.352)<br />
Hits<br />
CSI ..................................... 1st (681)<br />
SLCC.................................2nd (637)<br />
NIC .................................... 3rd (594)<br />
On Base Percentage<br />
SLCC...................................1st (.471)<br />
CSI .....................................2nd (.437)<br />
CSN .................................... 3rd (.411)<br />
Pitching Leaders<br />
Earned Run Avg.<br />
Generra Nielson .................1.95<br />
McKensy Hillstead .............2.22<br />
Brie Dimond .......................2.38<br />
Wins<br />
Generra Nielson .................. 18<br />
McKensy Hillstead .............. 12<br />
Kyla Bryant ......................... 10<br />
Opposing Bat Average<br />
McKensy Hillstead ..............248<br />
Generra Nielson ..................250<br />
Kyla Bryant .........................279<br />
Strike Outs<br />
Generra Nielson ................. 134<br />
McKenst Hillstead .............. 88<br />
Kyla Bryant ......................... 53<br />
Runs Scored<br />
Megan Zimmerman .......... 1st (90)<br />
Ashley Chappel ................3rd (73)<br />
Cassi Merill ......................4th (69)<br />
Slugging %<br />
Megan Zimmerman ........ 2nd (.882)<br />
McKensy Hillstead ......... 3rd (.819)<br />
Home Runs<br />
Megan Zimmerman .......... 1st (24)<br />
Ashley Chappel ................3rd (19)<br />
McKensy Hillstead ...........4th (15)<br />
Stolen Bases<br />
Megan Zimmerman ..........3rd (29)<br />
Cassi Merill ......................4th (22)<br />
Runs Batted In<br />
CSI ..................................... 1st (530)<br />
SLCC.................................2nd (487)<br />
NIC .................................... 3rd (423)<br />
Home Runs<br />
CSI ..................................... 1st (109)<br />
SLCC.................................... 2nd 88)<br />
NIC ...................................... 3rd (45)<br />
Runs Scored<br />
CSI ..................................... 1st (580)<br />
SLCC.................................2nd (520)<br />
NIC .................................... 3rd (449)<br />
2009 Final CSI Category Leaders<br />
Batting Leaders<br />
Batting Average<br />
Megan Zimmerman .............. .434<br />
McKensy Hillstead ............... .423<br />
Ashley Chappel .................... .411<br />
Hits<br />
Megan Zimmerman ................96<br />
Ashley Chappel ......................83<br />
Cassi Merrill ...........................80<br />
Stolen Bases<br />
Megan Zimmerman ................29<br />
Cassi Merrill ...........................22<br />
Jaelle Judkins .........................16<br />
On Base Percentage<br />
Brie Dimond ......................... .500<br />
McKensy Hillstead ............... .497<br />
Brittany Gonzales ................. .478<br />
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2009 S<strong>of</strong>tball Leaders<br />
Pitching Leaders<br />
Opposing Batting Average<br />
McKensy Hillstead ....... 4th (.248)<br />
Generra Nielson ........... 6th (.250)<br />
Strike Outs<br />
Kayla Powell ..................6th (30)<br />
Dani Grant ....................11th (28)<br />
Earned Run Average<br />
Generra Nielson ........... 3rd (1.95)<br />
McKensy Hillstead ....... 4th (2.22)<br />
Brie Dimond ................. 5th (2.38)<br />
Wins<br />
Generra Nielson ............ 2nd (18)<br />
McKensy Hillstead .........6th (12)<br />
Kyla Bryant ....................9th (10)<br />
Slugging Percentage<br />
SLCC...................................1st (.672)<br />
CSI .....................................2nd (.634)<br />
CSN .................................... 3rd (.523)<br />
Earned Run Average<br />
SLCC................................. 1st (1.87)<br />
CSI ...................................2nd (2.28)<br />
NIC ................................... 3rd (3.06)<br />
Batters Struck Out<br />
SLCC.................................. 1st (387)<br />
NIC ....................................2nd (325)<br />
CSI .................................... 3rd (319)<br />
Runs Batted In<br />
Megan Zimmerman ............. 85<br />
Ashley Chappel ................... 80<br />
Erin Olander ........................ 58<br />
Home Runs<br />
Megan Zimmerman ............. 24<br />
Ashley Chappel ................... 19<br />
McKensy Hillstead .............. 15<br />
Runs Scored<br />
Megan Zimmerman ............. 90<br />
Ashley Chappel ................... 73<br />
Cassi Merrill ........................ 69<br />
Doubles<br />
Megan Zimmerman ............. 21<br />
Ashley Chappel ................... 19<br />
McKensy Hillstead .............. 14<br />
Brittany Gonzales ................ 14
NJCAA Academic All-Americans<br />
Belinda Turley ...................................................................2007<br />
Rochelle Noren .................................................................2008<br />
Candice Benard .................................................................2008<br />
Sarah Haney ......................................................................2008<br />
Anna Sorrell ......................................................................2008<br />
Cassi Merrill ......................................................................2009<br />
Erin Olander ......................................................................2009<br />
NFCA Academic All-Americans<br />
Belinda Turley ...................................................................2007<br />
Desirae Thomson ..............................................................2007<br />
Rochelle Noren ........................................................... 2007-08<br />
Candice Benard ........................................................... 2007-08<br />
Anna Sorrell ................................................................ 2007-08<br />
Sarah Haney ................................................................ 2007-08<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2008<br />
Jody Zillner .......................................................................2008<br />
Stephanie Holmes .............................................................2008<br />
Cassi Merrill ................................................................ 2008-09<br />
Allie Thain ........................................................................2009<br />
Erin Olander ......................................................................2009<br />
Michon Vanderpoel ...........................................................2009<br />
Brie Dimond ......................................................................2009<br />
NFCA All West Selections<br />
Anna Sorrell ......................................................................2008<br />
Megan Zimmeran ..............................................................2008<br />
Stephanie Holmes .............................................................2008<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2009<br />
Ashley Chappel .................................................................2009<br />
Cassi Merrill ......................................................................2009<br />
NFCA All Americans<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2009<br />
Ashley Chappel .................................................................2009<br />
Cassi Merrill ......................................................................2009<br />
NJCAA All Americans<br />
Rachel Evans .....................................................................2008<br />
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Topping the Charts<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2009<br />
Cassi Merrill ......................................................................2009<br />
Region 18 Coach <strong>of</strong> the Year<br />
Nick Baumert ....................................................................2007<br />
Region 18 Player <strong>of</strong> the Year<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2009<br />
All-Region 18 First Team<br />
Jody Zillner .......................................................................2007<br />
Rochelle Noren .................................................................2007<br />
Rachel Evans .....................................................................2007<br />
Rachel Evans .....................................................................2008<br />
Anna Sorrell ......................................................................2008<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2008<br />
Stephanie Holmes .............................................................2008<br />
McKensy Hillstead ............................................................2009<br />
Cassi Merrill ......................................................................2009<br />
All-Region 18 Second Team<br />
Jalena Williams .................................................................2007<br />
Belinda Turley ...................................................................2007<br />
Stephanie Holmes .............................................................2007<br />
Jody Zillner .......................................................................2008<br />
Rochelle Noren .................................................................2008<br />
Generra Nielson ................................................................2009<br />
Ashley Chappel .................................................................2009<br />
Region 18 Tournament MVP<br />
Jody Zillner .......................................................................2008<br />
Region 18 All-Tournament Team<br />
Rachel Evans .....................................................................2008<br />
Erin Olander ......................................................................2009<br />
Megan Zimmerman ...........................................................2009
Thanks to our marathon game donors<br />
$100 - $200<br />
Mildred Thain<br />
Noella and Bob Biedenbach<br />
Trudy and Robert Schellhase<br />
Angie and Wade Harman<br />
Gram and Gramps Shumway<br />
Wendie and Tracy Buttars<br />
Helen and Marlow Sailsbury<br />
Archie and Maxene Hunt<br />
Leona Corn<br />
Biorge Excavating, LLC<br />
($100 or more)<br />
Ray and Judy Bryant<br />
Thain Farms, LLC<br />
Colleen Chappel<br />
Chuck Westgard<br />
Jay and Phyllis Peterson<br />
Bonnie Lewis<br />
Scott and Sally Miller<br />
Groenewegen Family<br />
Russ Wall<br />
Pioneer Carpet One (Brent Compton)<br />
Nancy Jane Eyton-Jones<br />
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Max and Roxann Wheeler<br />
$200 or above<br />
Joe or Belva Nielson<br />
Fred and Ruby Forch<br />
Bob and Karen Bryant<br />
Mike and Sarah Aardema<br />
$500 or above<br />
First Federal<br />
Pratt and Lisa Dimond
The <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> s<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
program would like to thank the following<br />
billboard sponsors for their support.<br />
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Gerald L. Beck began his career at the <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> in 1975 and<br />
became president <strong>of</strong> the college in 2005. His many titles at the college include<br />
Instructor, Coordinator <strong>of</strong> Trade and Industry Programs, Dean <strong>of</strong> Continuing<br />
Education/Summer School, Vice President <strong>of</strong> Instruction, and Executive Vice<br />
President/Chief Academic Officer.<br />
Dr. Beck is an <strong>Idaho</strong> native. He received his bachelor’s degree in Technical<br />
Education, his master’s degree in Teacher Education, and his Ed. D. in Adult<br />
Education from the University <strong>of</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong>. He completed his post doctoral at<br />
Harvard University Institute for Educational Management.<br />
In addition to his duties at the college, Dr. Beck is a member <strong>of</strong> the Twin<br />
Falls Rotary Club, and is a board member <strong>of</strong> the State Workforce Development<br />
Council appointed by the Governor. He serves as a board member on many local<br />
organizations including <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> Economic Development Organization,<br />
Region IV Development Association and Magic Valley Regional Medical Center.<br />
He is past president <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Idaho</strong> Association <strong>of</strong> Private Industry Councils.<br />
Dr. Beck and his wife, Barbara, have three adult children and three grandchildren. He attributes much <strong>of</strong> his success to<br />
the opportunities provided by the college and the support from his family and co-workers.<br />
Athletic Director Joel Bate<br />
Former CSI women’s basketball coach Joel Bate took over Golden Eagle<br />
Athletic Director responsibilities in January 2007.<br />
Bate, who had been teaching in the English Department since he arrived on<br />
the CSI campus in 1993, gave up teaching in the classroom to work with studentathletes<br />
and coaches on a daily basis.<br />
Bate coached at CSI from 1993 until 2000, leading the Lady Golden Eagles<br />
to the national tournament in 1999. During that span, Bate compiled a 144-78<br />
record. He coached four NJCAA All-Americans and four NJCAA Academic All-<br />
Americans. Two players went on to play pr<strong>of</strong>essional basketball, including Jessica<br />
Gibbs Mesna who assisted current coach Randy Rogers. In 1999, Bate earned<br />
Region 18 Coach <strong>of</strong> the Year honors.<br />
Prior to working at CSI, Bate taught and coached at Bishop Kelly High School<br />
in Boise. He taught senior English and headed the English department. In addition to his teaching duties, he coached girls’<br />
volleyball, track and basketball, where he compiled a 114-32 record and four third-place state finishes.<br />
Bate earned his undergraduate degree in marketing at Boise State University and his master’s degree in English at the<br />
University <strong>of</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> in 1986.<br />
Bate and his wife Donna and three children live in Twin Falls.<br />
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President Jerry Beck
Orthopedic Surgeon<br />
Dr. William May<br />
Physical Therapist<br />
Julie Ellis<br />
Sports Information Director<br />
Karen Baumert<br />
Team Physician<br />
Dr. Thad Scholes<br />
Chiropractor<br />
Dr. Dave Long<br />
Administrative Assistant<br />
Ginger Nukaya<br />
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Behind the Scenes<br />
Team Physician<br />
Dr. Mark McKain<br />
Athletic Trainer<br />
Richard Bingham<br />
S<strong>of</strong>tball Manager<br />
Gentry Koyle
Rachel Evans<br />
NJCAA All American<br />
Megan Zimmerman<br />
Utah Valley University<br />
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Players moving on to play at<br />
4-year schools<br />
2008<br />
Rachel Evans, Utah State University<br />
Jody Zillner, <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Katelynn Warren, Utah Valley University<br />
Rochelle Noren, Adelphi University<br />
2009<br />
Megan Zimmerman, Utah Valley University<br />
Jaelle Judkins, Dixie State <strong>College</strong><br />
Cassi Merrill, Dixie State <strong>College</strong><br />
Kyla Bryant, <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Erin Olander, <strong>Idaho</strong> State University<br />
Jody Zillner<br />
Region 18 Tournament MVP
Cassi Merrill<br />
NJCAA All American<br />
Rochelle Noren<br />
NFCA All West<br />
Region 18 First Team<br />
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Continuing Success<br />
Kyla Bryant<br />
Erin Olander<br />
Region 18 2009 All-Tournament Team
<strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
Camps<br />
Twice a year, CSI S<strong>of</strong>tball puts on a camp and brings in top notch clinicians. This<br />
winter the Golden Eagles welcomed U.S. Olympic catcher Stacey Nuveman along<br />
with former U.S. National Team player Courtney Dale. U.S. Men’s National Team<br />
pitcher Cody Thomson also worked the camp.<br />
More than 100 players from several states participated in the two-day camp at the<br />
CSI Expo Center.<br />
For more information on upcoming camps, visit www.csi.edu/athletics. Click on<br />
s<strong>of</strong>tball and select the camps link. As each camp is scheduled, new information will<br />
be updated.<br />
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Yavapi <strong>College</strong><br />
Wallace State CC-Hanceville<br />
Blinn <strong>College</strong><br />
Indian River State <strong>College</strong><br />
Florida State <strong>College</strong> at Jacksonville<br />
Seminole State <strong>College</strong><br />
Chattanooga State CC<br />
Darton <strong>College</strong><br />
Midland <strong>College</strong><br />
Northeast Oklahoma A&M <strong>College</strong><br />
Western Nebraska CC<br />
Santa Fe <strong>College</strong><br />
Salt Lake CC<br />
Crowder <strong>College</strong><br />
Wabash Valley <strong>College</strong><br />
Spartanburg Methodist <strong>College</strong><br />
Connors State <strong>College</strong><br />
Butler CC<br />
Odessa <strong>College</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
<strong>2010</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tball<br />
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Top 20 Overall Record<br />
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19.<br />
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Yavapai <strong>College</strong><br />
Indian River State <strong>College</strong><br />
Wallace State CC-Hanceville<br />
Chattanooga State CC<br />
Salt Lake CC<br />
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M <strong>College</strong><br />
Blinn <strong>College</strong><br />
Santa Fe <strong>College</strong><br />
Northwest Florida State <strong>College</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Lake Land <strong>College</strong><br />
Midland <strong>College</strong><br />
Florida State <strong>College</strong> at Jacksonville<br />
Seminole State <strong>College</strong><br />
Wabash Valley <strong>College</strong><br />
Western Nebraska CC<br />
Seminole State <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> Florida<br />
Seward County CC<br />
Georgia Perimeter <strong>College</strong><br />
Southeastern CC<br />
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CSI In the Polls<br />
60-8<br />
63-10<br />
56-11<br />
46-11<br />
47-20<br />
54-12<br />
58-9<br />
36-11<br />
49-15<br />
53-6<br />
42-18<br />
47-8<br />
49-9<br />
37-25<br />
43-5<br />
29-5<br />
36-22<br />
28-20<br />
36-28<br />
47-17<br />
53-6<br />
46-9<br />
54-8<br />
55-7<br />
42-5<br />
46-4<br />
50-9<br />
47-7<br />
41-8<br />
41-15<br />
44-6<br />
48-13<br />
37-17<br />
45-10<br />
40-3<br />
40-16<br />
45-10<br />
35-14<br />
30-11<br />
25-15
Salt Lake Community <strong>College</strong><br />
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah<br />
Enrollment: 26,000<br />
President: Dr. Cynthia Biotheau<br />
Athletic Director: Norma Carr<br />
Sports Information Director: Lisa Peshell<br />
Mascot: Bruin<br />
Colors: Royal Blue and Gold<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach: MaryKay Amicone<br />
Last Season’s Record:43-10 overall, 32-6 SWAC<br />
North <strong>Idaho</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Location: Coeur d’Alene, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Enrollment: 4,400<br />
President: Dr. Priscilla Bell<br />
Athletic Director: Al Williams<br />
Sports Information Director: Erna Rhinehart<br />
Mascot: Cardinal<br />
Colors: Red and Gray<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach: Don Don Williams<br />
Last Season’s Record: 36-21 overall, 27-13 SWAC<br />
Location: Rangely, Colorado<br />
Enrollment: 3,600<br />
President: Dr. John Boyd<br />
Athletic Director: Jeff Devere<br />
Mascot: Spartan<br />
Colors: Red, White and Black<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach: CJ Wilson<br />
Last Season’s Record: 3-50 overall, 2-38 SWAC<br />
40<br />
Region 18 Opponents<br />
<strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Southern</strong> Nevada<br />
Location: Henderson, Nev.<br />
Enrollment: 33,000<br />
Interim President: Thomas Brown<br />
Athletic Director: Tim Chambers<br />
Sports Information Director: Daniel Cabrera<br />
Mascot: Coyote<br />
Colors: Navy blue and gold<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tballl Coach: Ysidro Jimenez<br />
Last Season’s Record: 30-27 overall, 22-18 SWAC<br />
Western Nevada <strong>College</strong><br />
Location: Carson City, Nev.<br />
Enrollment: 5300<br />
President: Dr. Carol A. Lucey<br />
Athletic Director: Dan Neverett<br />
Sports Information Director: Anne Hansen<br />
Mascot: Wildcats<br />
Colors: Blue and Gold<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach: Scott Rasner<br />
Colorado Northwestern CC Snow <strong>College</strong><br />
Location: Ephraim, Utah<br />
Enrollment: 2,700<br />
President: Scott Wyatt<br />
Athletic Director: Kevin White/Gary McKenzie<br />
Sports Information Director: Tyler Hughes<br />
Mascot: Badger<br />
Colors: Blue and White<br />
Head S<strong>of</strong>tball Coach: Chad Larsen<br />
Last Season’s Record: 10-34 overall, 9-31 SWAC
<strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Idaho</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tball <strong>2010</strong> <strong>Media</strong> Speed Roster<br />
Michon Vanderpoel - #1<br />
5-1 So INF<br />
Taylorsville, Utah<br />
Mikkel Griffin - #7<br />
5-6 Fr INF<br />
St. George, Utah<br />
Generra Nielson - #11<br />
5-5 So Pitcher<br />
Blanding, Utah<br />
Brittany Gonzales - #23<br />
5-9 So Inf<br />
Tooele, Utah<br />
Brie Dimond - #3<br />
5-5 So Pitcher<br />
Draper, Utah<br />
Kayla Powell - #8<br />
5-6 So INF/C<br />
Pocatello, <strong>Idaho</strong><br />
Lyndi Miller - #12<br />
5-10 Fr CatcherINF<br />
Murray, Utah<br />
Kelsey Bryant - #25<br />
6-0 Fr INF/Pitcher<br />
Surrey, B.C.<br />
Jessica Albertson - #4<br />
5-3 Fr OF<br />
Richland, Wash.<br />
Chelsea Buttars - #9<br />
5-8 Fr INF<br />
Harrisville, Utah<br />
Marina Groenewegen - #14<br />
5-9 Fr INF<br />
Surrey, B.C.<br />
Nick Baumert<br />
Head Coach<br />
Marie Williams - #6<br />
5-6 Fr INF<br />
Delta, B.C.<br />
Chelsea Nix - #10<br />
5-8 So Catcher<br />
Show Low, Ariz.<br />
MeChel Hunt - #21<br />
6-0 Fr OF<br />
Ogden, Utah<br />
Debbie Dodds<br />
Assistant Coach
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