Claysburg Softball's Athleticism Will Inspire Growth, Success

Mar 23, 20230

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Shown are Claysburg-Kimmel letterwinners (front row, from left) Bella Francona, Ryleigh Lehman, Haydyn Lamborn; (Back row, from left) Jenna Helsel, McKenzi Black, Nevaeh Walter, Emmalee Cavender. The Lady Bulldogs had a successful 2022 season and are looking to compete into the district and state playoffs this year.

Coach: Mike Barbarini

Number of Years as Head Coach: This is my 23rd year

Career Record: 316-134

Last Year's Record: 20-5

Conference: ICC South

Conference Record: 13-3

Returning Starters:

SENIORS –

Nevaeh Walter, Catcher/ Infield; McKenzi Black, Infield

JUNIORS –

Emalee Cavender, Pitcher/ Outfield/ Infield; Jenna Helsel, Outfield

SOPHOMORES –

Bella Francona, Infield/ Outfield; Zakera Bush, Infield/ Outfield (injured last year); Hayden Lamborn, Outfield; Ryleigh Lehman, Outfield

Newcomers:

SOPHOMORES –

Caitlyn Helsel, Infield/Outfield; Charli Schneider, Pitcher/Infield; McKenna Black, Catcher/Outfield/Infield

FRESHMEN –

Alicia Musselman, Outfield/Infield; Eleah Diehl, Infield; Jaylee Swindell, Infield; Launa Musselman, Pitcher/Infield; Payton Hinish, Infield/ Outfield

Strengths: We are very athletic.

Concerns: We are very young.

Outlook: To grow and gain experience with each game we play, so we will be ready to compete in the district and state playoffs.

Assistant Coaches: Karen Dugan, Ronette Lingenfelt, and Samantha Fickes