I am very excited and optimistic regarding our chances this year to take another large step forward,
particularly with such an experienced lineup. I wonder how our non-conference schedule
will affect a possible regional host candidacy (which is the next logical step after being a No. 2
regional seed last year).
However, if you read the softball message boards, I think people are underestimating our
pitching (probably due to a combination of our recent history in the circle prior to Coach Allister's arrival,
as well as with Carolyn graduating). If I was setting priors, I presume I would expect Maddy to be
the ace, followed by one of our freshmen as the #2, but my priors aren't that strong, as I think
there are compelling arguments really for any of the seven pitchers. I am particularly looking forward
to seeing what Alana and Gabi achieve in the circle this year.
Bob, your analysis of the lineup is spot-on. One thing I would note is that while Taylor G's overall average
for the season was lower, her hitting really before and after that grand-slam against Santa Clara was night
and day.
I could see one of a couple possible scenarios in the outfield, with 4 outfielders capable of starting:
Taylor G or Alyssa shift to DP, with Schultz shifting to 1B to replace Burks. Alternatively,
and perhaps less likely given the great defense that Teagan played in RF last year, I could
see her shifting to 1B to take Whitney's spot.
Emily K's injury is a big loss, as her defense was so steady last year. I think Sydney S is a strong candidate
to start at 2B, as she was a top recruit in last year's class.
Highest ranked recruit since Carley Hoover? Stanford had the #1 recruiting class in the country
in 2013.
particularly with such an experienced lineup. I wonder how our non-conference schedule
will affect a possible regional host candidacy (which is the next logical step after being a No. 2
regional seed last year).
However, if you read the softball message boards, I think people are underestimating our
pitching (probably due to a combination of our recent history in the circle prior to Coach Allister's arrival,
as well as with Carolyn graduating). If I was setting priors, I presume I would expect Maddy to be
the ace, followed by one of our freshmen as the #2, but my priors aren't that strong, as I think
there are compelling arguments really for any of the seven pitchers. I am particularly looking forward
to seeing what Alana and Gabi achieve in the circle this year.
Bob, your analysis of the lineup is spot-on. One thing I would note is that while Taylor G's overall average
for the season was lower, her hitting really before and after that grand-slam against Santa Clara was night
and day.
I could see one of a couple possible scenarios in the outfield, with 4 outfielders capable of starting:
Taylor G or Alyssa shift to DP, with Schultz shifting to 1B to replace Burks. Alternatively,
and perhaps less likely given the great defense that Teagan played in RF last year, I could
see her shifting to 1B to take Whitney's spot.
Emily K's injury is a big loss, as her defense was so steady last year. I think Sydney S is a strong candidate
to start at 2B, as she was a top recruit in last year's class.
(01-29-2020, 04:49 PM)BobK Wrote: Regan Krause is a high schooler still. She signed with Stanford in November. My guess is she is the highest ranked player we have signed in 10 years maybe ? Top 10 and a pitcher. I ran into someone recently and we were talking softball and he saw her pitch in the SoCal nationals. He thought Regan was fantastic.
Highest ranked recruit since Carley Hoover? Stanford had the #1 recruiting class in the country
in 2013.