April 13, 2010

The softball team is on the road this week, heading south to face Maryland-Baltimore County, but this past weekend they held their first Homerun Derby at the West Campus Field on Saturday, April 10. The event raised approximately $2,000 which will greatly benefit equipment, recruiting and travel expenses.

Team members had friends and family pledge an amount between $.01 to $1 per foot or submit a flat pledge. Below are the results:

Kristen Paoletti - 146 Feet
Erica Vile - 161 Feet
Shannon Skomorucha - 167 Feet
Rebecca Turygan - 178 Feet
Tristan Musho - 189 Feet
Gina Massaro - 192 Feet
Heather Brabazon - 196 Feet
Megan Codagnone - 197 Feet
Breanna DiTommaso - 197 Feet
Mary Pat Conville - 204 Feet
DJ Guinn - 206 Feet
Laura Beth McCreesh - 216 Feet
Liz Reed - 220 Feet
Laura Gallagher - 223 Feet
Ali Shepherd - 223 Feet
*Angelina Bisbiglia did not participate due to illness

Overall, the event was a success. Head Coach Brianne Brown noted, "The girls had a great time, it was fun and it was a great fundraiser. It also helped warm the bats up for our games against Saint Louis on Sunday."

The softball team will be holding a reception this Saturday, April 17 at Finnigan's Wake at 3rd and Spring Garden St. from 5-8 p.m. Come out and support the team, tickets cost $30 ($35 at the door) and include food and beverage. There will also be 50/50's, door prizes and silent auctions. To purchase tickets in advance, contact Molly Dacey at 215.208.2225 or molly.dacey@yahoo.com. All proceeds benefit La Salle University Softball.