Taeler Parker- This week, Taeler shined in the two games against Interlake and Mount Si. Versus Interlake, Taeler, batting in the number 9 position in the order went 2 for 3 with 2 singles. Against Mount Si, she hit a 2 RBI single in the bottom of the 7th inning to put the Totems on the board. Additionally, her work in left field has helped the Totems. She has a good glove and is smart with her plays. In the Mount Si game, she was able to quickly reach a well-hit ball, relaying it to Kasey Hormel, who turned it to Courtney at third base to rob one of the Mount Si players of a triple. It is plays like this that help to spark the Totem defense. Taeler has been a solid player and we are waiting to see what she will do in the Kingco playoffs. Keep it up Taeler!
Tara Hughes- This week, Tara Hughes, one of our seniors, should be acknowledged for her work for the Totem Fastpitch team. Tara plays first base and had a great two games to finish out the regular season. In the rainout make-up with Interlake, Tara made some key catches at first that helped to get the outs for her team. One thing that the coaches notice is Tara's communication on the field. In practice she is always calling the plays and working hard to fill her role as a good teammate and first baseman. Over the years at SHS, Tara has improved immensely and it is fun to watch the successes that she has been having.
Subs- One of the most difficult positions to play is that of a sub or bench player. They do not always get the recognition because they are not in the foreground. But we have some girls that need to be recognized for their dedication to the Totem team. Jasmine Flores, Meg Tomlinson, Iesha Banks and Lea Godoy play important roles for the Totems. They can be called upon at any time to hit, play in the field or run for another player. This can be very hard to come out and practice every day, and mentally prepare yourself to play whenever you are needed. These girls should all be commended for being ready and willing to help the team and improving their own skills at the same time.
Kasey Hormel- The Totems would like to recognize Kasey Hormel as one of the players of this week for her versility and consistancy. Kasey has been an asset to the Totems in her ability to play just about every position on the field. This season she has gotten to do just that. She has played everywhere except pitcher or catcher. Having a player that can fit in to any spot at anytime is a huge asset. When Taylor Ferleman, the Totem shortstop was injured, Kasey stepped in to fill the position. She has been a strong player that her teammates can count on to make the plays. Additionally, her leadership in offense has been impressive, especially since she is a freshman. Her batting average for league play this season is .500. Great job Kasey.
Brenden Mariano- This year was a first for the Totems in that we have aquired a Team Manager. Brenden Mariano has been dedicated to the Totem Fastpitch team and helped this year in many ways. Brenden is a huge help to the coaching staff by helping to record pitch locations on each pitch thrown in every game. This helps the coaches when calling a game. He also does all the pre-game line-up prep work and is doing an excellent job keeping things organized and running smooth for the coaches. We appreciate Brenden and his loyalty to the Totem Fastpitch team. Thank you, Brenden!
Taylor Ferleman- The Totems have been lucky to gain a lot of talented freshman this season, and Taylor Ferleman is one of them. As the shortstop, Taylor is a valuable defensive player. Her energy and willingness to go for everything makes her a fun player to watch. She is also quick on the field and on the bases. The speed she brings to the Totems is exciting. Taylor holds the lead-off position in the batting order, largely due to her ability to get on base. This past week, Taylor was 7 for 10 in the 3 games we played. She is a determined team player who wants to see the team succeed, and knows how to do the little things that make the difference. Keep it up Taylor.
Courtney Boshaw- Courtney is freshman who has joined the Totem squad this year and made an impact. Not only is she our starting third baseman, but she bats in the clean-up position in the line up. This is an indicator of how her offense has affected the Totems. Courtney is a strong athlete who has a talent for batting. This week, her two hits against Mt. Si came at key times in the game. She is a smart player who understands the game and is willing to do what it takes to help her team. Additionally, her sweet personality always makes everyone smile. The positive attitude that she carries helps to encourage her teammates, and make everyone play better. She is a wonderful addition to the squad and we look forward to the years to come with Courtney.
Ally Brown- As our sophmore pitcher, Ally showed her drive and determination this week. She pitched in each of the 4 games this week, but it was the end of the week where Ally shined. In an 8 inning "nail-biter", Ally was tough and perservered through the game. At times, there were errors in the field that can frustrate a pitcher, but Ally stayed with it and did amazing. Her poise on the mound and ability to pitch through adversity helped the Totems get their first League win this season. Her quiet demeanor kept things calm for her team. It was clear that Ally was not going to let a few errors in the field deter her from her goal of pitching well for her team. Ally is an asset to the Totems and should be congratulated on a job well done. We are ready for more games like the Liberty game from Ally.
Tania Quijada- This was a full week for the Totems. There were 4 games and it was the beginning of our league play. Accolades go out to Tania Quijada this week. She is our senior catcher. Her position is key and she worked hard for her team defensively and offensively. Not only is Tania a great leader for the Totems, she makes things happen when we need it. This week, Tania's bat was very effective. In the game vs. Liberty, Tania hit a double in the 8th inning to bring Amie Hyunh into scoring position. This ultimately helped the Totems win the game when Amie was able to score on a wild pitch. Each time she swings the bat, the contact is solid and it will be exciting to see where her bat will help to take the Totems. Excellent job Tania!
Amie Huynh- Amie had a great week. We had one game this week vs. Bellevue Christian. As far as great offensive outings go, Amie hit her mark. She was 3 for 4 with 2 singles and a grand slam homerun that as drilled down the right field line. Amie may be small in stature, but she is definately a powerful player. She increased her offensive outing with a stolen base. As one of the two Juniors on the Totem team this year, Amie sets an example to her entire team as a great player with a lot of heart. Keep it up Amie.
Madison Cooley- This was a week of powerful hitting when it counts. Madison was called into the Bellevue Christian game as a pinch hitter. She did what every coach wants a pinch hitter to do. She got to the plate, locked in on the first pitch she saw, and hit it into the outfield for a triple. Madison is a freshman addition to the Totems this year, and she is a versatile player that has played several positions for us. But as for her hitting, this game was her chance to show everyone what she can do. We can't wait to see more from Madison.
Emily McKaig- This week, Emily came back from a ankle sprain that took her out of the beginning of the season. In the game vs. Ballard, Emily went 3 for 3 with two singles and a double to help keep the Totems in a tight battle Ballard. She also had a stolen base and pitched 3 solid innings, only allowing one run. As a senior, Emily is a leader on the field and should be commended for the job she did this week.
Kasey Hormel- Kasey is a new addition to the Sammamish Totems. As a freshman, she has shown that she is a valuable asset to her team. This week, Kasey show-cased her batting talent against both Ballard and Newport. In the Ballard game, Kasey was 2 for 3 with a double and a triple, 1 RBI and a stolen base. Against Newport, Kasey's bat was just about the only bat that found a gap. Of the 3 hits for the Totems vs a tough Newport team, Kasey had two of them, both singles. Congratulations Kasey on a job well done.
