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Calallen Softball Coaches Show 051325
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Calallen Softball Coaches Show
šļø Hosted by Chris Doelle
Head Coach Teresa Lentz
Calallen Softball Coaches Show – Episode NotesĀ
- Welcome: Host Chris Doelle welcomes listeners and introduces Head Coach Coach Lentz.
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- Recap of Davenport Game:
- Calallen secured Win #29 with a 4-0 victory over Davenport in a one-game playoff.
- Coach Lentz described it as a game that caused anxiety.
- The team adjusted to Davenport’s pitcher over time.
- Calallen scored runs in the fourth, sixth, and seventh innings.
- The defense played well, including a double play.
- Jordan pitched “a heck of a game,” recording 14 strikeouts. Davenport had some talented and fast hitters.
- Coaching Insights (Close Games):
- In close games, Coach Lentz focuses on helping players adjust to the pitcher by changing their approach at the plate.
- She emphasizes staying engaged, not getting discouraged, and maintaining energy and focus on defense, highlighting the need to separate offensive and defensive mindsets.
- Player Health:
- The team is working to stay healthy.
- Lizzy is still injured.
- Preview of Fredericksburg Series:
- The next opponent is Fredericksburg.
- Fredericksburg’s record is 24-9 and they are a district champion.
- They are a very fast and athletic team.
- Their pitcher, Ava Steuwe, is described as one of the best in the state, throwing in the upper 60s with various pitches. She is a senior committed to University of Central Florida.
- The series winner advances to the semi-finals, and the route to state is tough.
- Strategy for Fredericksburg:
- Calallen needs to shorten swings and put pressure on Fredericksburg’s defense.
- Routine defensive plays and pitchers hitting their spots are important.
- Series Details:
- It’s a three-game series.
- The pitching matchup between Jordan and Ava Steuwe is highlighted as potentially exciting and worth watching, especially for young pitchers.
- The games will be played in South San Antonio at a nice facility expected to be packed.
- Closing:
- Chris Doelle congratulates Coach Lentz on the win and expresses support for the team.
- Coach Lentz is hopeful they will be discussing the semi-finals next week.
- Listeners are encouraged to share, subscribe, and support the Calallen Wildcats by attending games.
