EBennett

Congratulations Greenbrier! You are a very classy team! You deserved the win - you were the best team in AA this year. So glad you brought home the trophy to Middle Tennessee (hope we can give you a run for the title again next year!). Celebrate!!! A Lipscomb parent

Megan's pitching coach is Coach Gary Davis of Lipscomb. She's taken lessons from him for many years (since she started pitching). I know her father (just like many other fathers and mothers) has been there every step of the way, encouraging and working with her to help her sharpen her skills! Congratulations Megan, on a very successful year! It is exciting to watch you work! Can't wait to see you with the Brentwood Blues this summer! Keep those Ks a comin'!!!

Update - Lipscomb wins in bottom of 7th - 1-0.

Great game - I agree! Both pitchers were great - would love to know the strikout counts! Don't know about Goodpasture's pitcher, but Lipscomb's Rhodes takes pitching lessons from Gary Davis.

In watching Lipscomb last year, there were 3-4 players (non-seniors) who could already hit the ball out of the park(one was a freshman, Libby Manning). Yes, Rhodes is one of the top pitchers in the state (a junior). And, they also have another pitcher, Christine Davis, who is one to watch

To NCJENKS: There is no doubt about your implication. Statements such as (the message header) "Club K is the answer" and "Those who have been around girls fast pitch for a few years will see the difference in Club-K girls vs those who go elsewhere" are very clear in their meaning. It is your opinion that those who attend Club-K are overall superior to those who don't. There is a strong difference in putting in a plug for Club-K as opposed to your statement. I happen to disagree with your initial statements. And, it's to those young ladies you have insulted in your statement that you need to apoligize - those who have received honors, named all-district, all-state, etc. who train under non-Club K instructors. As a parent I can understand where bias comes from (I think our daughter's instructor is the best - the best for her.) There are many instructors in Tennessee (and in Nashville - the original question). Their teaching styles vary. Their products vary. Much of this is based on their (the instructor's) training and the girl's connection, response, degree of commitment, talent, etc. to the instructor. I offer these observations and, while doing so, encourage each young lady and her parents to consciously evaluate potential instructors/camps on different levels. Some instructors generate a cookie-cutter product, teaching the same "style" to each student. Some instructors, through their reputations, can offer instruction coupled with great connections for college scholarships. As well, some instructors are able to take individual students and build upon their own personal ability, style of delivery and execution. All in all, if your daughter loves softball, has talent, and a good work ethic, then take the time to investigate options. Learn what's available in your area (and where you're willing to drive to). Visit lessons in session to evaluate the style of instruction, the temperament of the instructor(s), and to discuss potential individual goals to be attained over several years of instruction.

Leslie Martinez (Hume Fogg), who is a very good pitcher, did make the All State Team last year, but as Utility. She has done an outstanding job this year as well - her coach is very lucky to have her on the team!