2015 Western Softball Capsule

LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

February 22, 2015 - 1:31 pm

WESTERN

Head coach: Jordan Connell, second season

2014 record: 6-13 (2-8 Sunset, fifth)

Returning letter winners (starters): Eight (five)

Top players: P/SS Brenda Sandoval (Sr.), C/3B Jennessa Dunton (So.), 2B/SS/C Alexis Maeoki (Jr.), 1B/P Lita Maeoki (Fr.), 3B/P Mireya Villela (Jr.)

Outlook: The Warriors are showing steady improvement and hope to continue that this season.

“We have worked very hard the past two years to create a respectable program that the players can be proud of,” Connell said. “We believe our performance this year will prove our hard work and that we belong among the other teams throughout Las Vegas.

“We plan on being a surprise to many people this season.”

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