Nov. 16, 2010
May 3, 2011: Softball Signs Carlie Rose
COLUMBIA, Mo. - The Missouri softball team announced their 2011 incoming class on Friday, as nine prep standouts have signed National Letters of Intent to continue their career at the University of Missouri. The nine signees are Corrin Genovese, Kelsi Jones, Taylor Gadbois, Bailey Erwin, Ashtin Stephens, Alyssa Cousins, Kelsea Roth, Angela Randazzo and Kayla Kingsley.
"We are very proud to announce the 2011 recruiting class," said head coach Ehren Earleywine. "It was important for us to sign a very talented class to replace the great players that will be graduating at the end of the year. Not only did it need to be a talented class, but also a very big one. With nine players in our current senior class, it was imperative that we replace those kids to maintain our level of depth. I can say with all certainty that we not only met our expectations, but exceeded them in every way."
"Although these 2011 recruits cover all positions and styles of play, it is definitely the most speed-based class I have ever signed. Having said that, there is certainly no shortage of power in this class either. At the end of the day, you could take this group of nine alone and win a lot of championships. We certainly expect many of them to step in immediately to fill starting positions. I want to thank my assistant coaches for all of their time and effort in this process and in particular our Recruiting Coordinator Pete D'Amour. Coach D'Amour has changed everything in our recruiting with his ability to cultivate relationships and evaluate talent. Most importantly, we want to welcome these 2011's and their families into the Missouri Softball program, and thank you for saying 'yes' to Mizzou!"
| ALYSSA COUSINS | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Qualified for Gold Nationals in 2009 with Texas Fusion Gold ... Led high school team in home runs during sophomore and junior seasons ... Led high school team in on-base percentage in each of first three seasons ... Posted .417 batting average during junior year ... High School Offensive MVP all three years ... Three-time All-District catcher ... Catcher of the Year during sophomore season.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I chose the University of Missouri because it had everythging I wanted in a college - from the atmosphere and the size of Columbia to the amazing coaching staff and softball program. Once I visited the campus, I knew this was where I wanted to be."
Chose Mizzou Over: Iowa, Louisiana-Lafayette, Alabama
| BAILEY ERWIN | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Posted a record of 43-14 with a 1.08 ERA in two seasons of travel ball with the Tulsa Shootout Gold ... Started every single high school game since freshman year, throwing 815 innings ... High school record of 103-32 with 0.98 ERA ... Struck out 796 batters, threw 57 shutouts and 14 no hitters ... Will Rogers Conference Freshman of the Year in 2007 ... Will Rogers Conference Pitcher of the Year in 2008 and 2009 ... First Team All-Region and First Team All-State in 2010.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I really liked the entire atmosphere of it all. I really liked the coaches and the players, and everybody that I met on campus was extremely welcoming and helpful to me. I plan on majoring in physical therapy, which is one of the top programs are MU. I wanted to go to a school with a competitive atmosphere and I feel that Mizzou has that."
Chose Mizzou Over: Received interest from over 25 other schools, 10 of which were from the Big 12 or SEC. Final three choices were Mizzou, Arkansas and Tulsa.
| TAYLOR GADBOIS | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Hit .571 in high school ... Holds school record for hits in a season (44), hits in a game (five, twice), stolen bases in a season (35), career stolen bases (97), stolen bases in a game (four), runs scored in a season (39), runs scored in a career (112) ... First Team All-Conference and First Team All-District infielder from 2008-10 ... First Team All-Region and First Team All-State infielder in 2009 and 2010.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "They have a great softball program and a great university. After getting to meet the softball staff I really liked the whole package Mizzou had to offer."
Chose Mizzou Over: LSU, Nebraska, Miami (Fl.)
| CORRIN GENOVESE | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Under Armour All-American ... Runner-up for Gatorade Player of the Year in the state of New York ... Two-time All-American ... Player of the Year All-ECIC ... Player of the Year All-WNY ... Team leader in all major offensive categories ... .513 batting average, .803 slugging percentage, five home runs, 29 singles, 18 stolen bases, 14 runs batted in as a leadoff hitter ... ESPN Rise Athlete of the Day for Nov. 2, 2010 ... Invited to OnDeck Softball Allister Camp, Team New Jersey Winter Workout and adidas Futures Camp.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I chose Mizzou for many reasons. First being the family atmosphere that the team, coaches and campus all provided. Missouri is also known for being a strong journalism program, which helps me reach my dreams of being an ESPN broadcaster. Mizzou is top-ranked nationally for softball, and I knew I wanted to play for a national championship calibur team. Everything about the school is what I was looking for in my college search."
Chose Mizzou Over: Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Alabama, Arizona, Notre Dame, Arkansas, Louisville
| KELSI JONES | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Hit .600 during fall 2010 travel ball with six home runs, two triples and three doubles ... Hit .505 during junior year of high school ... Had 12 home runs, the second most in state and a single-season school record, and 52 RBI, the most in state ... Batted .453 with nine HR, nine doubles, 10 stolen bases and 26 RBI during senior season ... First Team Louisville Slugger/NFCA All-American in 2009 and 2010 ... First Team Louisville Slugger/NFCA All-Region - North Region in 2009 and 2010 ... Invited to adidas Futures Top 100 Camp in 2009.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I love the campus, the coaching staff, the girls and everything about the atmosphere of Columbia and Mizzou!"
Chose Mizzou Over: Kentucky, Georgia, Michigan, Louisville, Florida State
| KAYLA KINGSLEY | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Posted a .509 batting average, a .586 on base percentage, was 22-for-22 in stolen bases and hit nine home runs in high school ... Was a 2010 All-State selection ... Named All-Metro and All-Conference First Team member from 2007-09 ... Led her conference in stolen bases from 2008-2010 ... Named Best Offensive Player from 2007-10.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I loved the campus and the girls on the team, not to mention the coaches and their coaching styles. I'm excited about the future and growth of the MU softball program."
Chose Mizzou Over: Oklahoma State, Alabama, Tulsa, Louisiana-Lafayette
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Noteworthy Accolades: Hit .521 with a .556 on base percentage and a .708 slugging percentage at the 2010 Colorado Fireworks Tournament/Showcase ... Led her high school team in home runs, doubles and RBI her junior year ... 2008 honorable mention for the All-Palomar team after hitting .361 ... Led her high school team in triples in 2009 and was an All-Palomar Team selection.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I love the coaches and the atmopshere around the college. It felt like a new home away from home. I also love the camaraderie between the girls on the softball team."
Chose Mizzou Over: Michigan, Oregon State, Oregon, Iowa State, Louisville
| KELSEA ROTH | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Hit .470 at the 2009 ASA Nationals in Oklahoma City, Okla. ... Batted .450 with five home runs and 20 RBI as she helped her team to a ninth place finish during 2010 summer ball ... Hit over .400 with a home run and 12 RBI as her team took eighth at the ESPN Rise 18u Gold National Tournament ... Named Sunset League "Rookie of the Year" during freshman season ... Started as a freshman on varsity and hit .430 with five home runs and 27 RBI while going 7-1 in the circle ... Earned First Team All-League honors in 2009 after hitting .370 with six home runs and 27 RBI ... Named Sunset League's MVP and Offensive Player of the Year in 2010 after hitting .570 with six home runs and 18 RBI during conference play ... Holds school record for home runs and has had three multi-home run games in her career ... Invited to adidas Top 100 Camp and Allister Camp in 2009.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "The coaching staff is amazing! I really liked the team and tradition. Columbia is a great 'College Town' with many great athletic programs. I'm looking forward to attending some great football games."
Chose Mizzou Over: Ohio State, Florida State, South Carolina, Minnesota
| ASHTIN STEPHENS | |||||||||
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Noteworthy Accolades: Holds high school records with a .569 batting average, 35 runs scored and 34 stolen bases ... Three-time All-State selection ... Top-five all-time in career hits in the state of Missouri ... All-time leader for singles in a season Missouri.
Why They Chose Mizzou: "I really liked the campus, the coaching style of the staff and felt that it was just a good fit for me."
Chose Mizzou Over: Oklahoma, Ole Miss