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Well one reason is the previous seniors were Myers players not Deans. Godwin came when Dean came onboard, so technically not part of Myers staff. Also, if you keep up with the team the previous seniors were not loved by the Dean players. I believe the team dynamic last year was much better than previous years.

Got to be a family member or boyfriend. LOL

Maybe for leadership and depth? Still a young team.

I think we should hold off on the can’t get it done comments. They were both freshman and had some tough outing but so did Godwin. I would say the upside for both sophomore catchers is very good. Also, I don’t think bashing players as an Auburn fan is good. Not sure where you guys went to school!?!

We live in SEC country. Football is king and makes a lot of the revenue needed for other sports. I agree, the kids not getting full rides need the money "more", that just isn't going to happen. Also, the AD job isn't on the line if baseball or softball don't make it to the WS, but if football isn't very respectable then the AD is gone most of the time in the SEC.

A lot of very good players in the portal right now. The main question is: Do we have any money left to spend to bring in new players?

My guess would be that we see Peralta, Packer in the starting lineup Friday and Lowe gets a start in the circle this weekend. I would have Lisenby C - she is batting .304 at the moment and was at .211 less than a month ago. She is looking strong. Godwin tends to struggle with SEC pitching, Blaine has been struggling compared to her hot start at the beginning of the year but I think she is the best DP option. RF is such a hard call on who to start, but I agree Schmidt deserves some AB's.

You could try to move the infield around a bit. Put Cox at 3rd, Peralta back at SS and Roach at 2nd. I would also put Lisenby behind the plate or at least give her 2 of 3 games a weekend.

I like this team. I agree with Dean they can get much better and I think they will as the season goes along. The most impressive thing with this team as opposed to past team is the energy and girls actually look like they are having fun and like each other. That is 50% of what makes for a great team. Pitching need to get healthy and we need to be able to play small ball when it is needed but we are exciting to watch again.

I listened to Ellis and Lisenby interview online after the game today. Lisenby said she was injured Friday. Really hoping we can be at Full strength at pitching soon. I think the most important thing for this team is to stay healthy! Girls looked great this weekend. This next week will be another test.

Agree Catcher is the hardest to pick. I think ultimately it comes down to Godwin and Lisenby. I give Godwin the nod only because she has the experience but Lisenby was spectacular this Fall. What we didn't see this Fall was how Bryant was at the plate. If she can find success there then she will battle for a spot at SS and 3rd. Peralta was fantastic at the plate and Very good in the field. I also agree with your 1B statement, but hitting will ultimately determine who plays there full time. Interesting Lowe's article on the state of the team and how this year all the girls get along vs. last year. I believe reading between the lines that there was some unhappiness with some of the Super seniors and transfers. I'm excited to see the product on the field, should be much improved from a year ago. Freshman seem as advertised thus far.

I left off Cox. I think she starts at 3B or an OF position. She will definitely be in the starting batting order.

This is my breakdown of positions. I watched a couple games this fall and I will add my batting order. All Hypothetical of course, but would be interested in others thoughts. Pitcher - Lowe, Dismukes, Yarbrough, Penta Catcher - Godwin, Lisenby, Blaine 1B - Majors, Ellis, Engelkes 2B - Roach, Cox, McNemar SS - Peralta, Bryant, Garcia 3B - Garcia, Cox , Bryant, Blaine LF - McCondichie, Smith CF - Packer, Falisi RF - Schmidt, Geraghty, Cooper, Blaine Lots of variations possible to this batting order and everyone will get a chance in my opinion to hit early this Spring. Batting Order: Packer - Had a Great Freshman year, has power and unmatched speed, will the leadoff Peralta - Had a great Fall and batted in the 2 hole this fall Lisenby - Had a great Fall and batted in the 3 hole this fall Godwin - Has a Homerun power Garcia - Also has Homerun power Roach - Had a great Fall and will start at 2B Schmidt - Has a big bat Majors - Was consistent this Fall. I believe 1B will be a battle between all 3 players McCondichie - Fast and can hit for a good batting average

I don't believe Phillip Marshall is watching softball practices and talking face to face to coaches. Rumor is he is not leaving his house due to COVID. Therefore, I put little weight on his 247 articles. Much better information on this forum.

Has anyone been able to attend any of the open practices at Jane B. Moore field?