All-state slowpitch softball rosters
All-state slowpitch softball rosters
Here are the rosters for the Oklahoma Slowpitch Softball Coaches Association’s all-state games June 18 at the University of Oklahoma Softball Complex.
Large West
Nicole Nelson, Blanchard; Logan Huey, Purcell; Peyton Watson, Little Axe; Kendra Pierce, Westmoore; Bailey Goldsby, Purcell; Haley Strawn, Southmoore; Lacey Williams, Little Axe; Hannah Coker, Moore; Olivia Meek, Norman; Hilary Murphy, Bristow; Chelsea Reeves, Sulphur; Sam Plott, Blanchard; Kalie Marcum, Purcell; Tara Goodman, Tecumseh; Presli Manuel, Byng; Masie Cully, Moore; Tanner Moody, Norman North; Rachel Rischard, Westmoore; Shelby Smith, Blackwell.
Large East
Heather Bunn, Hugo; Samantha McGraw, Tulsa Union; Shelby Winters, Muskogee; Leiloni Smith, Vian; Erica Sampson, Tahlequah; Courtney Allison, Poteau; Tori Venable, Muskogee; Carlie Robertson, Roland; Jessica Patrick, Tahlequah; Rachel Hankins, Jenks; Ashley Boswell, Tahlequah; Emily Emberson, Keys; Mallory Martin, Stigler; Kelcie Franklin, Valliant; Fontana Tate, Muldrow; Joely Rogers, Sand Springs, Ashley Neritt, Fort Gibson.
Class 6A-4A slowpitch softball scores
Slowpitch Softball
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Wednesday
Class 6A
Game 1: Jenks 17, Poteau 0
Game 2: Tulsa Union 10, Moore 5
Game 3: Muskogee 3, Westmoore 1
Game 4: Southmoore 16, Tahlequah 5
Game 5: Jenks 11, Tulsa Union 8
Game 6: Southmoore 13, Muskogee 5
Championship: Jenks 22, Southmoore 9
Class 5A
Game 1: Bethel 11, Morris 5
Game 2: Purcell 20, Vian 9
Game 3: Blanchard 20, Valliant 8
Game 4: Little Axe 19, Blackwell 5
Game 5: Purcell 10, Bethel 0
Game 6: Blanchard 13, Little Axe 6
Championship: Purcell 15, Blanchard 4
Class 4A
Game 1: Washington 5, Dale 4
Game 2: Warner 14, Colbert 10
Game 3: Haskell 23, Latta 9
Game 4: Konawa 11, Apache 1
Game 5: Washington 10, Warner 0
Game 6: Konawa 18, Haskell 7
Championship: Washington 13, Konawa 7
Slowpitch softball state pairings
OSSAA will release 6A and A when all regionals are complete. 4A-6A is Wednesday at ASA, while 3A-A is Tuesday. UPDATE: Here’s everything.
Slowpitch Softball
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Wednesday
Class 6A
Game 1: Jenks vs. Poteau, 1:45 (Field 1)
Game 2: Tulsa Union vs. Moore, 11:15 a.m. (Field 3)
Game 3: Westmoore vs. Muskogee, 11:15 (Field 4)
Game 4: Southmoore vs. Tahlequah, 1:45 (Field 2)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:15 (Field 2)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 3:15 (Field 3)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 6:15 (Field 1)
Class 5A
Game 1: Bethel vs. Morris, 11:15 a.m. (Field 1)
Game 2: Purcell vs. Vian, 12:30 p.m. (Field 4)
Game 3: Blanchard vs. Valliant, 12:30 (Field 3)
Game 4: Blackwell vs. Little Axe, 11:15 a.m. (Field 2)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 1:45 (Field 3)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 1:45 (Field 4)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 4:45 (Field 1)
Class 4A
Game 1: Dale vs. Washington, 10 a.m. (Field 1)
Game 2: Colbert vs. Warner, 10 a.m. (Field 3)
Game 3: Haskell vs. Latta, 10 a.m. (Field 2)
Game 4: Konawa vs. Apache, 10 a.m. (Field 4)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 12:30 (Field 1)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 12:30 (Field 2)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 3:15 (Field 1)
Tuesday
Class 3A
Game 1: Rattan vs. Fletcher, 1:45 (Field 1)
Game 2: Barnsdall vs. Merritt, 11:15 a.m. (Field 3)
Game 3: Healdton vs. Tushka, 11:15 a.m. (Field 4)
Game 4: Wayne vs. Dewar, 1:45 (Field 2)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:15 (Field 3)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 3:15 (Field 2)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 6:15 (Field 1)
Class 2A
Game 1: Binger-Oney vs. Sterling, 11:15 a.m. (Field 1)
Game 2: Stonewall vs. Sentinel, 12:30 p.m. (Field 3)
Game 3: Tupelo vs. Turner, 12:30 (Field 4)
Game 4: New Lima vs. Fort Cobb-Broxton, 11:15 a.m. (Field 2)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 1:45 (Field 3)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 1:45 (Field 4)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 4:45 (Field 1)
Class A
Game 1: Leedey vs. Moss, 10 a.m. (Field 1)
Game 2: Covington-Douglas vs. Coleman, 10 a.m. (Field 3)
Game 3: Red Oak vs. Maud, 10 a.m. (Field 4)
Game 4: Shattuck vs. Hammon, 10 a.m. (Field 2)
Game 5: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 12:30 (Field 2)
Game 6: Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4, 12:30 (Field 1)
Championship: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6, 3:15 (Field 1)
Slowpitch softball 5A-A regional pairings
Slowpitch softball regional brackets
Class 5A
Thursday
At Valliant
Game 1: Valliant vs. Roland, 1 p.m.
Game 2: Hugo vs. Vian, 2:15
Game 3: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:30 (winner advances to state)
Game 4: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2, 4:45
Game 5: Winner Game 4 vs. Loser Game 3, 6 (winner advances to state)
At Bethel
Game 1: Bethel vs. Bristow, 1 p.m.
Game 2: Chandler vs. Blackwell, 2:15
Game 3: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:30 (winner advances to state)
Game 4: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2, 4:45
Game 5: Winner Game 4 vs. Loser Game 3, 6 (winner advances to state)
At Morris
Game 1: Morris vs. Sequoyah-Tahlequah, 1 p.m.
Game 2: Little Axe vs. Checotah, 2:15
Game 3: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:30 (winner advances to state)
Game 4: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2, 4:45
Game 5: Winner Game 4 vs. Loser Game 3, 6 (winner advances to state)
At Purcell
Game 1: Purcell vs. Sulphur, 1 p.m.
Game 2: Newcastle vs. Blanchard, 2:15
Game 3: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 3:30 (winner advances to state)
Game 4: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2, 4:45
Game 5: Winner Game 4 vs. Loser Game 3, 6 (winner advances to state)
Top 15 moments of 2009-10 (Part I)…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
Well, we did it. We’re through another great year of high school sports. A lot of great moments, a lot of special kids, here is just a small sample of some of my favorite memories.
Qualifying statement: I had to see these in person. I know I missed a lot of great moments so these can only be the ones I actually saw.
Here we go.
One of the best moments of the year was Casey Distaso's three-set battle of wills victory against Union Logon Collins in the semis. Photo by Nate Billings, The Oklahoman
No. 15 – Bethel repeats as slowpitch softball state champions
This was a wild game against Purcell in the championship. At first, you thought the Wildcats were going to run the Dragons right out of the park. Purcell fought back, but it was still 12-4 entering the seventh inning. Then things got wacky. Purcell had hit after hit after hit only to lose 12-9. Bethel’s Brittany Watson is one of the best softball players I’ve seen in my three years of covering the game.
No. 14 – Edmond North boys swim team ekes out 200 individual medley relay
This is more of a personal one as I was gassed after all the 5A championships. However, this relay woke me up and had me ready to roll for the next hours. Edmond North just barely edged out Union by .06 for the title. Of course, Jenks would sweep both the boys and girls championships as Jacob Pearce had a memorable Saturday.
No. 13 – Buzzer beaters (Western Heights’ D.J. Taylor and Holland Hall’s Kwame Sexton)
There was a span of a couple of weeks where I just happened to be lucky enough to have my video camera with me. Taylor hit a 3-pointer to give the Jets a thrilling win against Deer Creek in the Bruce Gray Classic. Sexton drained a 3 at the buzzer to beat rival Casady after the Cyclones connected on 3 seconds earlier to tie the game.
No. 12 – Edmond Santa Fe goes for 2-point conversion vs. Edmond North and fails
Heck of a way to start your head coaching career, no? Bruce Gowen, in his first game with the Wolves, elects to go for a two-point conversion and the win. The Wolves were down 14-0 but rallied to make it 14-13. Gowen was riding momentum and had total confidence his boys could pull it off. North’s Rickey Lawyer intercepted the conversion attempt.
No. 11 – Edmond North’s Casey Distaso upends Union’s Logon Collins in three-set marathon
You know I’m a tennis aficionado, for better or worse. This was everything everybody thought it would be in the state semifinals. Collins earned the first set and was up 3-0 in the second. But Distaso, who decided to play specifically for this weekend, rallied back to earn the second set, 7-5. He never looked back in winning the third.
No. 10 – Bishop McGuinness boys basketball beat Carl Albert in OT in finals of McGuinness Classic
I love the basketball tournament weeks and this was no exception. The atmosphere was insane for the Irish and Titans and McGuinness’ Kevin Caruthers and CA’s Caleb Price were going back and forth in making one big shot after another. A Jameel Whitney block in OT spurred McGuinness to the victory.
Moment No. 8 saw Heritage pitcher Bob Kraft strike out 20 vs. rival Casady. Photo by John Clanton, The Oklahoman
No. 9 – Bishop McGuinness’ Emily Conrad and Whitney Ritichie become four-time champions
I feel like I’ve watched these two grow up the last three years. The Irish girls were dominant in all four years of their careers, never losing a match. Phenomenal stuff every time they went out there. Conrad will play at Abilene Christian while Ritchie will become the latest Irish player to play at OU.
No. 8 – Heritage Hall’s Bob Kraft strikes out 20 against Casady
Sometimes you stumble onto the greatness. Sure felt like it with this moment. Kraft struck out seven in two innings so figured it would be something special. He ended up recording 23 outs as two Ks got by the catcher. His variety of pitches is easily his strength. Heritage won, 8-1.
Moments 7-1 on Sunday.
Moore hosting Special Olympics softball game on Monday
The Leadership Class of Moore High School is hosting the second annual Special Olympics softball game at the school’s baseball field Monday at 6 p.m.
The Moore cheer and pom squads will perform at the event and patrons will have the opportunity to make a $2 donation at the gate. All proceeds will go to benefit the Special Olympics.
Tulsa Union: Kaiti Dutton video…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
The Union slowpitch softball team had never made it past the first round in three previous state appearances. But the girls played the game the right way and earned their first title.
While powerhouses Moore and Westmoore were trying to hit home run after home run on a day when not much left the yard, the Redskins chipped and charged their way to the title.
Had to feel something special was going to happen when the team beat Moore for the first time in school history in the semifinals.
And then Union did a great job of keeping its composure against Westmoore. A tight game throughout, Union was able to get a 6-0 lead and held on for a 6-2 win.
Following the historic win for the program, caught up with Kaiti Dutton for her thoughts.
Dewar: Whitney Jefferson video…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
I’ve been the softball guru here the last three years and Dewar is a team that is always on that bracket. Always expected to play well, but then they would falter.
So this year, seeing Dewar once again, didn’t give the Dragons much of a shot. Especially considering they were playing top-ranked Fletcher in the first round.
Ha, shows what I know. Dewar was impressive in its first two wins and showed good heart and poise in beating Barnsdall 8-5 to win its first state championship.
For more on Dewar’s state championship, go here.
Caught up with Whitney Jefferson for a short video following the momentous victory.
SP Softball: Day 2…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
Back here for the final day of softball this year 
We crowned Konawa, Dewar, Sentinel and Moss as champions Tuesday. We’re back for 6A and 5A battles today. I’ll be updating all day and on Twitter @BPrzybylo.
Class 6A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Wednesday, May 5
Game 1: Moore 15 Tecumseh 3
Game 2: Tulsa Union 10, Jenks 3
Game 3: Westmoore 15, Poteau 3
Game 4: Tahlequah 17, Muskogee 5
Semifinals
Game 5: Westmoore 17, Tahlequah 7
Game 6: Union 6, Moore 4
Championship
Game 7: Union 6, Westmoore 2
Class 5A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Wednesday, May 5
Game 1: Bethel 7, Blanchard 6
Game 2: Valliant 9, Little Axe 4
Game 3: Seq. Tahlequah 4, Bristow 2
Game 4: Purcell 14, Holdenville 2
Semifinals
Game 5: Bethel 12, Valliant 9
Game 6: Purcell 5, Seq. Tahlequah 3
Championship
Game 7: Bethel 12, Purcell 9
SP Softball: Day 1…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
Had some technical glitches, but I’m alive and runnin’ now. Also follow me on Twitter @BPrzybylo for results. Be tryin’ to update both as fast as possible. Keep checkin’ back here as I’ll just be constantly updating it instead of doing a new post on things.
Class 4A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Tuesday, May 4
Game 1: Washington 12, Latta 2
Game 2: Colbert 16, Okemah 4,
Game 3: Dale 21, Mangum 11
Game 4: Konawa 15, Pocola 0
Semifinals
Game 5: Colbert 15, Washington 11
Game 6: Konawa 17, Dale 5
Championship
Game 7: Konawa 14, Colbert 4
Class 3A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Tuesday, May 4
Game 1: Dewar 19, Fletcher 13
Game 2: Wilson 23, Merritt 8
Game 3: Healdton 13, Wayne 1
Game 4: Barnsdall 13, Rattan 11 (8)
Semifinals
Game 5: Dewar 16, Wilson 6
Game 6: Barnsdall 14, Healdton 0
Championship
Game 7: Dewar 8, Barnsdall 5
Class 2A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Tuesday, May 4
Game 1: Sentinel 18, Binger-Oney 8
Game 2: Roff 19, Davenport 9
Game 3: Fort Cobb-Broxton 8, Keota 6
Game 4: Sterling 16, Araphaho 14
Semifinals
Game 5: Sentinel 21, Roff 11
Game 6: Fort Cobb-Broxton 17, Sterling 2
Championship
Game 7: Sentinel 14, Fort Cobb-Broxton 8
Class A
At ASA Hall of Fame Stadium
Tuesday, May 4
Game 1: Leedey 6, Tupelo 5
Game 2: Moss 2, Eagletown 1
Game 3: Red Oak 18, Butner 2
Game 4: Hammon 12, Coleman 3
Semifinals
Game 5: Moss 9, Leedey 6
Game 6: Hammon 10, Red Oak 5
Championship
Game 7: Moss 10, Hammon 3
Gots some writin’ to do.
