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From: "Codi Warren" <cwarren@softball.org> Date: July 27, 2014 at 10:27:26 PM CDT To: "Codi Warren" <cwarren@softball.org> Subject: GOLDEN girls of summer; TN Fury 97 claims inaugural 16U GOLD National Title FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2014 GOLDEN girls of summer; Tennessee Fury 97 claims inaugural 16U GOLD National Title OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The start of the 2014 ASA/USA Softball National Championship season is underway as Tennessee Fury 97 was crowned National Champions in the inaugural 16U GOLD National Championship with a 7-2 win over Tulsa Elite 98 in the if-necessary game in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, the Amateur Softball Association (ASA)/USA Softball announced today. "The feeling of winning an ASA/USA National Championship can't be described," said TN Fury 97 Head Coach Randy Coppinger. "This is our second ASA/USA National Championship, but the feeling never gets old. When you win an ASA/USA National Championship, you know you've earned something special." After forcing the if-necessary game with a 10-9, extra inning victory over the undefeated Tulsa Elite 98, the TN Fury 97 captured their second ASA/USA National Championship with a 7-2 win to capture the first ever ASA/USA 16U GOLD National Championship title. The TN Fury 97 finished the week long tournament with a 10-2 record, with one loss occurring in pool play and the second loss at the hands of the Tulsa Elite 98 in the winners bracket finals. The TN Fury 97 also outscored opponents 117-31. Click here for stats from the entire ASA/USA 16U GOLD National Championship The TN Fury 97 were led by Libby Sugg, who collected 23 RBI with four home runs and 11 runs scored, finishing the tournament with a .583 batting average. From the circle, Brianna Jones led the way with a 3-2 record, issuing 25 strikeouts in 29.1 innings pitched with a 2.39 ERA. A four first-inning runs helped TN Fury 97 to a 7-2 win over Tulsa Elite 98 on Saturday in the if-necessary game. Libby Sugg racked up three RBI on one hit for TN Fury 97, hitting a three-run homer in the first inning. TN Fury 97 relied on Jordan Fortel in the if-necessary game as Fortel pitched all seven innings and allowed two earned runs, six hits and one walk while striking out two. She also led the team in home runs with 8. Taylor Compton lasted one-third of an inning on the rubber for Tulsa Elite 98, surrendering four hits and four runs. Erica Battiest entered in relief during the first inning, issuing one strikeout, five hits and three runs in her 6.2 innings of work. TN Fury 97 increased its lead with two runs in the sixth. Jordan Fortel started the inning with a single, bringing home Katie Corum. That was followed up with a steal of home by Alyssa Coppinger. Two runs in the bottom of the sixth helped Tulsa Elite 98 close its deficit to 7-2. A passed ball and a sacrifice fly by Devin Hale sparked Tulsa Elite 98's rally. Tennessee Fury players include Hannah Bodenhorn (Wilson Central), Baylee Cook (Shelbyville High School), Alyssa Coppinger (Whitwell), Katie Corum (Knoxville Halls), Madison Cousineau (Franklin High School, NC), Hannah Devault (CAK), Jordan Fortel (Greeneville High School), Brianna Jones (Coffee County), Kayla Logoleo (Overton High School), Kelsey McGuffin (Central Hardin High School, KY), Jordan Spicer (Beech) and Libby Sugg (Franklin High School, TN). The team is coached by Co-Head Coaches Randy Coppinger & Keith Perry and assistant coaches Kevin Earls, Bob Fortel & Chuck Sugg. Below are top seven team finishes in the Championship: 1. TN Fury 97 2. Tulsa Elite 98 3. Indy Dreams - Montgomery 4. TN Fury 98 T5. Impact GOLD - Elder T5. Aces Express - Clements About ASA The Amateur Softball Association, founded in 1933, is the National Governing Body of softball in the United States and a member of the United States Olympic Committee. The ASA has become one of the nation's largest sports organizations and now sanctions competition in every state through a network of 76 local associations. The ASA has grown from a few hundred teams in the early days to over 210,000 teams today, representing a membership of more than three million. For more information on the ASA, visit http://www.asasoftball.com/. About USA Softball USA Softball is the brand created, operated and owned by the ASA that links the USA Men's, Women’s, Junior Boys' and Junior Girls' National Team programs together. USA Softball is responsible for training, equipping and promoting these four National Teams to compete in international and domestic competitions. The USA Softball Women's National Team is one of the only two women's sports involved in the Olympic movement to capture three consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games since 1996. The U.S. women have also won nine World Championship titles including the last seven consecutive as well as claimed six World Cup of Softball titles. For more information about USA Softball, please visit http://www.usasoftball.com/. Codi Warren Marketing and Communications Coordinator Amateur Softball Association of America/USA Softball Office 405.425.3431 | Cell 405. 420. 2817

From: "Codi Warren" <cwarren@softball.org> Date: July 27, 2014 at 10:27:26 PM CDT To: "Codi Warren" <cwarren@softball.org> Subject: GOLDEN girls of summer; TN Fury 97 claims inaugural 16U GOLD National Title FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2014 GOLDEN girls of summer; Tennessee Fury 97 claims inaugural 16U GOLD National Title OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The start of the 2014 ASA/USA Softball National Championship season is underway as Tennessee Fury 97 was crowned National Champions in the inaugural 16U GOLD National Championship with a 7-2 win over Tulsa Elite 98 in the if-necessary game in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, the Amateur Softball Association (ASA)/USA Softball announced today. "The feeling of winning an ASA/USA National Championship can't be described," said TN Fury 97 Head Coach Randy Coppinger. "This is our second ASA/USA National Championship, but the feeling never gets old. When you win an ASA/USA National Championship, you know you've earned something special." After forcing the if-necessary game with a 10-9, extra inning victory over the undefeated Tulsa Elite 98, the TN Fury 97 captured their second ASA/USA National Championship with a 7-2 win to capture the first ever ASA/USA 16U GOLD National Championship title. The TN Fury 97 finished the week long tournament with a 10-2 record, with one loss occurring in pool play and the second loss at the hands of the Tulsa Elite 98 in the winners bracket finals. The TN Fury 97 also outscored opponents 117-31. Click here for stats from the entire ASA/USA 16U GOLD National Championship The TN Fury 97 were led by Libby Sugg, who collected 23 RBI with four home runs and 11 runs scored, finishing the tournament with a .583 batting average. From the circle, Brianna Jones led the way with a 3-2 record, issuing 25 strikeouts in 29.1 innings pitched with a 2.39 ERA. A four first-inning runs helped TN Fury 97 to a 7-2 win over Tulsa Elite 98 on Saturday in the if-necessary game. Libby Sugg racked up three RBI on one hit for TN Fury 97, hitting a three-run homer in the first inning. TN Fury 97 relied on Jordan Fortel in the if-necessary game as Fortel pitched all seven innings and allowed two earned runs, six hits and one walk while striking out two. She also led the team in home runs with 8. Taylor Compton lasted one-third of an inning on the rubber for Tulsa Elite 98, surrendering four hits and four runs. Erica Battiest entered in relief during the first inning, issuing one strikeout, five hits and three runs in her 6.2 innings of work. TN Fury 97 increased its lead with two runs in the sixth. Jordan Fortel started the inning with a single, bringing home Katie Corum. That was followed up with a steal of home by Alyssa Coppinger. Two runs in the bottom of the sixth helped Tulsa Elite 98 close its deficit to 7-2. A passed ball and a sacrifice fly by Devin Hale sparked Tulsa Elite 98's rally. Tennessee Fury players include Hannah Bodenhorn (Wilson Central), Baylee Cook (Shelbyville High School), Alyssa Coppinger (Whitwell), Katie Corum (Knoxville Halls), Madison Cousineau (Franklin High School, NC), Hannah Devault (CAK), Jordan Fortel (Greeneville High School), Brianna Jones (Coffee County), Kayla Logoleo (Overton High School), Kelsey McGuffin (Central Hardin High School, KY), Jordan Spicer (Beech) and Libby Sugg (Franklin High School, TN). The team is coached by Co-Head Coaches Randy Coppinger & Keith Perry and assistant coaches Kevin Earls, Bob Fortel & Chuck Sugg. Below are top seven team finishes in the Championship: 1. TN Fury 97 2. Tulsa Elite 98 3. Indy Dreams - Montgomery 4. TN Fury 98 T5. Impact GOLD - Elder T5. Aces Express - Clements About ASA The Amateur Softball Association, founded in 1933, is the National Governing Body of softball in the United States and a member of the United States Olympic Committee. The ASA has become one of the nation's largest sports organizations and now sanctions competition in every state through a network of 76 local associations. The ASA has grown from a few hundred teams in the early days to over 210,000 teams today, representing a membership of more than three million. For more information on the ASA, visit http://www.asasoftball.com/. About USA Softball USA Softball is the brand created, operated and owned by the ASA that links the USA Men's, Women’s, Junior Boys' and Junior Girls' National Team programs together. USA Softball is responsible for training, equipping and promoting these four National Teams to compete in international and domestic competitions. The USA Softball Women's National Team is one of the only two women's sports involved in the Olympic movement to capture three consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games since 1996. The U.S. women have also won nine World Championship titles including the last seven consecutive as well as claimed six World Cup of Softball titles. For more information about USA Softball, please visit http://www.usasoftball.com/. Codi Warren Marketing and Communications Coordinator Amateur Softball Association of America/USA Softball Office 405.425.3431 | Cell 405. 420. 2817 Lo

Fastpitch Coaches, Parents and Players, FURY FASTPITCH 97 is hosting their ADVANCED SOFTBALL CLINIC on Saturday, October 13, 2012, 9:30 AM-2:30 PM at the Whitwell High School Softball Field. FURY 97 recently won the 2012 ASA/USA Class A 14U National Championship. Clinic will be conducted by FURY FASTPITCH 97 coaching staff & players and is designed for softball players who want to play at the next level. The cost of the camp is $50. Early registration begins at 9:00 AM Players placed in groups based on experience. Register before camp or complete and mail attached form, along with check. CLINIC SCHEDULE - The clinic lasts from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM with an hour break for lunch. Player should bring their own lunch. 9:00 – 9:30AM Registration 9:30 – 12:00PM Session 1 12:00 – 1:00PM Lunch Break 1:00 – 2:30PM Session 2 ITEMS TO BRING - Come dressed and equipped for an outdoor softball practice. Softball Gear Water Bottle* Light snacks Lunch *Water and sports drinks will be available for purchase. For more information call 423-240-3738. Attachments: Camp Registration Form - FURY 97.pdf

CANCELLED: FURY 97 Tryout Saturday for September 8, 2012 Due to the forecast of showers and thunderstorms this Friday and Saturday, TN FURY 97 has cancelled the tryout previously scheduled for Saturday, September 8, 2012. TN FURY 97 encourages any elite player and family serious about being part of our team to contact either Randy Coppinger (423-667-9279), Keith Perry (615-533-4414), Chuck Sugg (615-293-1293) or Kevin Earls (615-491-5914) for more an individual tryout. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Chuck Sugg TN Fury 97 16U 615-293-1293

2012 ASA National Champs TN FURY 97 Tryout: Saturday, September 8, 2012 Tennessee FURY 97, 2012 ASA 14U National Champions, will hold a try out on Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Franklin, Tennessee for our first year 16U team. Site and time to be determined. Composed of select 97's from Tennessee and Kentucky, TN Fury is adding 2-3 IMPACT players; an infielder, outfielder and a possibly a pitcher, to a very strong core prepared to make a run for another National Championship in 2013. Beginning September 15, 2012, TN FURY 97 will play a fall schedule that includes 3 invitational play days at D1 universities, TN Fall Exposure 2012 and the Scenic City 16's. In 2013, TN Fury will play in the South's top exposure tournaments, as well as national events in Colorodo and Illinois. We will compete our season with a trip to California for either the 16U Premier Girls Fastpitch or ASA National Championships.  If your daughter is dedicated, hard working, highly motivated and wants to play softball at the collegiate level bring her to this tryout! Contact either Randy Coppinger (423-667-9279), Keith Perry (615-533-4414), Chuck Sugg (615-293-1293) or Kevin Earls (615-491-5914) for more details. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Please call with any questions. Sincerely, Chuck Sugg FURY 97 16U

Fury Fastpitch is holding their organizational tryout on August 26, 2012 at Frost Stadium in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Formed in 2006 by Pat Moyer, Jeremy and Jill Higdon with the vision of creating one of the top Club Fastpitch programs in the nation, Fury Fastpitc goals are building teams that compete for National Championships in every ASA age division and helping our players realize their dreams of competing at the collegiate level. This summer, Fury Fastpitch racked up five Top 25 finishes at the ASA Nationals and won their first National Championship going undefeated in the 14U Nationals in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. If interested, please visit our website www.furyfastpitch.net to register online. 2012 Fury Organizational Tryout Times Frost Stadium - 1101 McCallie Avenue Chattanooga, TN 12U Tryout 2000 and 2001 Birthdates 11:00 AM 12U Pitchers & Catchers (Bullpen) 12:00 PM 12U Position Players 14U Tryout 1998 and 1999 Birthdates 12:30 PM 14U Pitchers & Catchers (Bullpen) 1:30 PM 14U Position Players 16/18U Tryout 1994 -1997 Birthdates 2:00 PM 16U/18U Pitchers & Catchers (Bullpen) 3:00 PM 16U/18U Position Players 10U Tryout 2002 and 2003 Birthdates 4:30 PM 10U All Positions

Congratulations to the players, coaches and parents of FURY 97 for going undefeated and winning the ASA 14U A National Softball Tournament in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The tournament featured 114 teams from 30 states. This is the first time a Tennessee team has won the ASA 14U A National Tournament. 1 Alexis Hull C Ballard High School 2015 4 Alyssa Coppinger CF Whitwell High School 2015 9 Hannah DeVault 2B Christian Academy of Knoxville 2016 10 Libby Sugg C Franklin High School 2015 12 Sam Scott P/UT Munford High School 2016 14 Jordan Fortel P/UT Greenville High School 2015 15 Ashton Watkins SS Marshall County High School 2015 20 Baylee Cook OF Shelbyville High School 2015 21 Baylee Sutton 3B Murray County High, GA 2015 22 Brianna Jones P Coffee County High School 2015 23 Jordan Spicer 1B Beech High School 2015 88 Hallie Davis OF Walker Valley High School 2015 Co-Head Coaches – Randy Coppinger and Keith Perry Assistant Coaches – Kevin Earls, Bob Fortel and Chuck Sugg The following article was featured in the Argus Leader: ASA Finals: Tennessee Fury wins in walk-off. Champs finish 14-under national tourney 10-0 Written by Zach Perry for the Argus Leader A two-run, walk-off single by Tennessee Fury 97 second baseman Hannah DeVault clinched the ASA 14-under national championship and a perfect tournament record in a thrilling 3-2 decision over Team Arizona on Sunday at Sherman Park. Trailing 2-1 with one out and runners on second and third, DeVault stepped to the plate and lined a shot into centerfield. Arizona centerfielder Sierra Smith made a diving attempt for the ball, but secured it only after it bounced off the grass. With Smith laid out in center, the runners were able to come around and score, sending the Fury – clad in power blue and white – streaming from the dugout in celebration. “I wasn’t thinking about anything really,†said DeVault, who finished the game with two RBI and a pair of singles. “I was just hoping to put the bat on the ball. “It feels great, I can’t even put it into any other words than that. It feels amazing.†Fury 97 also got a stellar pitching performance from Brianna Jones, who went all seven innings, allowing just two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out seven. “I think we were pretty confident the whole time,†said Jones, who struck out the Arizona side in the first inning. “In the early scrimmages we won and that got us up. Then we started winning our pool games, and when we got in the bracket we started winning and we just felt confident.†Team Arizona had a 2-1 lead going into the bottom of the seventh thanks to an RBI double by Smith and a run-scoring single by Alyssa DiCarlo – the first of two hits for the right fielder – in the third inning. Tennessee got one run back in the fourth on an RBI single by Baylee Cook, but didn’t score again until the final inning. Cook and Jordan Fortel had two hits apiece for Fury 97. “I think it was more Tennessee Fury than it was us,†said Arizona coach Jim Henry, whose team would have had to beat Tennessee twice Sunday to claim the championship. “They finally adjusted to what we were doing pitching-wise and their kids actually just executed. It was a great job on their part.†With a field of 114, the ASA softball event boasted nearly twice as many teams as the popular NCAA Division I basketball tournament. But unlike the annual, three-week basketball event, the winner of this double-elimination tourney must outlast every other team in the field twice. What’s even more impressive is that the team from Tennessee did it with a perfect 10-0 record in pool and tournament play, needing only the minimum amount of games to take home the championship. “It’s pretty amazing to come into an event like this and even think about going undefeated,†said Tennessee co-head coach Randy Coppinger, whose team outscored opponents 34-6 in the tournament portion. “To face a team like Team Arizona three times and win all three games by one run – it’s amazing.†The victory was the culmination of a week of competition that started with pool play to determine seeding. Incredibly, Fury 97 and Team Arizona started in the same four-team pool – something that may have given the Fury just a little more poise for their championship run. “To be national champs is a thing we’re going to remember for the rest of our lives,†said Fury co-coach Keith Perry. “These girls worked hard all year… and they’ve earned it, they’ve worked hard for it. It’s all them.â€

Softball Momma - Let me start by saying that I make no claim to be an expert on high school softball. I replied to a post that said "Chuck knows where there are a couple more pretty good freshman at" and I, being Chuck, mentioned players I am familiar with who play or have played with the 2 Fury teams I've been involved with. There are many other talented freshman in our great state who will contribute to their school's success. Just because I haven't seen them play, certainly doesn't mean they can't play. I'm just not familiar with their abilities. Where you came up with "Just because their daughters don't play on a Fury team don't make them not good too." is beyond me. Especially since I acknowledged freshmen from several outstanding Middle Tennessee travel programs. In closing, I again wish EVERYONE success this season, regardless of their class or travel team.

You bet I do. Coffee County's Bricen Hunt and Brianna Jones play travel ball for Fury 96 & Fury 97 respectively and are both outstanding pitchers. Also keep an eye in East Tennessee where freshman Jordan Fortel will make an immediate impact pitching and hitting for Greeneville High School. She also plays for Fury 97. Besides the pitchers mentioned, keep an eye on the following current and former Fury 96 and 97 players listed alphabetically below: Baylee Cook, Shelbyville Alyssa Coppinger, Whitwell Shon Jordan, MLK Lauren Lewis, Baylor Jordan Spicer, Beech Ashton Watkins, Marshall County Halie Williamson, Boyd Buchanon There are also several freshman from the Ballhawks, Cruisers, Eagles, Elite, Explosion, Firebirds, Illusion, Lightning, Synergy and Worth organizations who deserve mention too. Best of luck to everyone this season!

Boomer Sooner - Sorry I picked up on this late. It's great to read your post. I always enjoy your humor and hope you aim more my way! Hope your lovely daughter is doing well. Libby is one of many freshman throughout the state who hope to contribute to their respective teams. Good luck to all of the players and coaches this season.

Eric Brewer's 14-18U "LIVE Pitch & Hit" is OFF this SATURDAY, January 21, 2011. For information on "LIVE Pitch & Hit", individual or team lessons, contact Eric via e-mail at ericbrewer@bellsouth.net

Eric Brewer's 10-12U "LIVE Pitch & Hit" this Friday 7-9 PM! Eric Brewer offers 10-12U "LIVE Hit & Pitch" sessions this Friday evening in Franklin, Tennessee. These fast paced sessions give age appropriate players a chance to pitch, hit and catch with other competitive players in an instructional environment. "LIVE Pitch & Hit" helps players stay sharp in the off season while gaining valuable experience that will pay off this spring. 10-12U Players - Friday evenings, 7:00-9:00 PM Cost $15 per player. Eric Brewer's Hit & Strike Instruction is located on 4470 Murfreesboro Road in Franklin, Tennessee, 37067 Eric Brewer is recognized as one of the top hitting instructors in baseball and softball since 1992. For information on "LIVE Pitch & Hit", individual or team lessons, contact Eric via e-mail at ericbrewer@bellsouth.net

Eric Brewer offers 14-18U "LIVE Hit & Pitch" sessions on Saturday evenings in Franklin, Tennessee. These fast paced sessions give age appropriate players a chance to pitch, hit and catch with other competitive players in an instructional environment. "LIVE Pitch & Hit" helps players stay sharp in the off season while gaining valuable experience that will pay off this spring. - 14-18U Players - Saturday evenings, 4:00-6:00 PM - Cost $15 per player. - Eric Brewer's Hit & Strike Instruction is located on 4470 Murfreesboro Road in Franklin, Tennessee, 37067 Eric Brewer is recognized as one of the top hitting instructors in baseball and softball since 1992. For information on "LIVE Pitch & Hit", individual or team lessons, contact Eric via e-mail at ericbrewer@bellsouth.net

Thirteen girls on the roster; 7 from Middle Tennessee, 2 from Chattanooga, 1 from Crossville and 3 from North Georgia.

FURY 97 - COPPINGER is reforming for Fall 2011. Try out info coming soon... Call Randy Coppinger (423-667-9279) for details.

Boomer Sooner - FURY 97 had 2 catchers (Alexis Hull & Libby Sugg) who alternated games. Neither have given up softball for 3-man grass volleyball yet, but once they experience an exciting triples tournament they'll throw their cleats away forever! Here's where they are... Alexis Hull is again the starting catcher for Lafayette High School in Lexington, KY. She started last year as a 7th grader. She'll play travel ball for the Kentucky Softball Club this summer. Libby Sugg is playing middle school ball for Poplar Grove School in Franklin, TN. Since PGS is not sanctioned, she's also been playing with a combined FURY 16-18 team made up of FURY girls who live in Georgia. Once the high school season is over, she'll play travel ball for Kirk Lewis on FURY 96.

FURY 97 was expected to be one of the top 14U teams in Tennessee in 2011. After compiling a 67-20 record against 12U, 14U & 16-18U teams in 2010 and establishing themselves as one of the top 12U teams in the south, FURY 97 amicably closed shop after the Nationals. No real drama or animosity, all remain friends and miss the special bond the team enjoyed. We wish all of the teams we've played over the years the very best and hope everyone has a great summer.