2005 Miracle Yearbook

Softball The Cedarville University women's softball team completed yet another strong season that culminated with an appearance at the NCCAA national tournament on April 28. This was the third appearance under head coach Sue Carpenter, who completed her sixth season with the team. The team had five returning seniors to take on the role of leadership,and coupled with a talented crop offreshmen the team achieved a 25-13 overall record as of May 6th and were 10-4 in AMC play. Yetthe team relied not only on their talent, but also on their deep friendships with each other and their testimony for Christ to achieve their goals for the season. Senior Kailin Acheson said,"This has been a great season. Everyone on the team has really gotten along so well, and we have created some very strong friendships. Our record really shows our skills and strong teamwork." Senior Ginger Kiethley reiterated this point by stating,"Thisseason wasateam- bonding experience, with great underclassmen and a talented group of seniors that were able to lead the team to a more successful season. I learned a lot aboutfriendships playing with some of my bestfriends here at Cedarville. I also learned a lot about leadership and the positive outcomes to working hard and giving your talents to Christ." Kiethley led the team in batting average with a .366 average and was followed by fellow senior Courtney Thayer (.340). The team average as a whole was an impressive .300, while opponents were held to a meager .232 average. This was due in part to the dominant pitching performance of junior Allie Smith, who posted a 1.78 ERA while cruising to an 8-5 overall record. Tara Munson, Ginger Keithley, Kailin Acheson,Courtney Thayer, and Natalie Fox all finished out their respective careers as Lady Jacket softball players. ( 194 Athleti Ginger Keithley prepares her swing