FPN 16U Super 60 Rankings: No. 26 through No. 30 Breakdown
NO. 26 / WICHITA MUSTANGS 16U
The Mustangs completed its third season at the 16U level and are known for its offensive power and speed.
“It is a very talented group and we decided to play 16U instead of 14U a few years ago to gain experience,” said coach, Keith Eck. “While from a win lost standpoint (someone) may not think it was right decision but from a development standpoint the girls have benefited dramatically and we are starting to see the payoff.”
The decision to play up over time has developed a mature, battle-tested, close knit roster of experienced student-athletes who compiled an impressive list of finishes in 2018: 9th at IDT in Colorado, 9th at USA Elite Select, and made an appearance in the JO Cup.
New to the roster for 2018-2019 will be the addition of 2021, Ashley Archuletta. She is a true utility player out of New Mexico who will hit for power or speed from the left side.
Key Players:
- Ellee Eck (2020 CF/SS/3B) Wichita State – “Ellee hits from left side as she used to be a slapper. Now hits for power but still possesses speed to be a slapper. She mainly plays center field for us but will play short and 3rd as well. “
- Sophia Buzard (2020, OF) KU – “Hits from left side for power but can beat you with speed as well.”
- Tatum Long (2020) Uncommitted – “Long is our pure power hitter. She is out of Oklahoma and stayed up in Wichita last summer to workout with us. She is receiving a lot of interest from D1 schools as she is now becoming a consistent (homerun) threat at the plate”
- Abby Gordon (2020, C) Uncommitted – “A 5’11” catcher who is a physical presence behind the plate. She to has a powerful bat.”
- Andy Edwards (2020, 3B) Uncommitted – “Edwards is the leader In the infield. She is out of Louisiana and has been coming up to Wichita to play for the last 4 years.”
- Kyla Eck (2021, 2B) Uncommitted – “Another slapper turned power hitter” for the Mustangs.
- Rylee Rusk (2021, SS) Uncommitted – “Rusk joins Kyla in middle infield both are 5’10 athletic kids that hit for power or can beat you with speed.”
NO. 27 / GEORGIA IMPACT NEWLAND
Georgia Impact is strong program with a many teams based out of both Georgia and Florida; it’s 18U program took home the PGF championship this past summer! Developing teams from 10U-18U, all of the Impact’s teams compete at top national levels and produce dozens of recruits for collegiate athletics. Newland’s team finished 8th at Triple Crown Nationals.
Key Players:
- Contacted for roster and players, was not provided
NO. 28 / SO CAL CHOPPERS – ZIESE
A long standing staple in the club ball world, the So Cal Choppers consistently produce extremely talented and tough teams across all age divisions. 2018’s Ziese team was no different! A strong summer of play was highlighted by an 8th place finish at Triple Crown Nationals and 13th place at PGF Premiere.
Key Players:
- Contacted for roster and players, was not provided
NO. 29 / TURNIN2 PEZZ
Turnin2 gained a lot of momentum and competed at a high national level this past summer. Pezz’s team compiled a record of 38-9, finished 7th at the JO Cup, T-18th at Triple Crown Nationals, 1st at Ultimate Fastpitch Challenge ASA National Qualifier, and reached the semi-finals at PGF Top 100. With a well-balanced roster, Turnin2 boasts three strong pitchers, big bats, and a lot of speed.
Impressive wins for Turnin2 include Georgia Impact Newland Premier, LA Voodoo, Oklahoma Athletics, Texas Glory Adkins, Louisville Sluggers Swiderski.
Coach Ron Pezzoni is excited for what the future holds for his team. Pezzoni returns a strong core of athletes from 2018 who will provie veteran leadership while welcoming in talented new faces.
“(I’m) super excited with the athleticism on this team,” said Pezzoni. “Outfield speed is crazy, two all-tate track runners (Hollister and Beale) along with a power 5 centerfielder (Ellie Sieler). Outstanding skilled infielders with big bats (Lexie D’Alexander, Jenna Kroll, Delaney Robeson, Maddie Springer). Avrey Wolverton brings big power at the first base position and also gets in done in the circle. Rachel Everett and MacKenzie Cleland round out the outstanding pitching staff. This team puts a ton of pressure on a defense with the overall team speed and the way they swing the bat. Pitching is very solid. Lots of strikes with a great defense behind them. Fun team to watch that is loaded with athletes and college prospects.”
Turnin2 is off to a strong start this fall posting a 26-6 record, which includes an impressive showing at D9 (7-1). It will be exciting to follow Turnin2 through 2018-2019.
Key Players:
- Ellie Sieler (2021, OF) Uncommitted
- Molly Carney (2020, P) Uncommitted
- AJ Militello (2019, UTL) Utah
- Olivia Warrington (2019, P) Detriot Mercy
- Leah Munson (2019, INF/OF) Toledo
- Hannah Hollister (2020, OF) Uncommitted
- Jenna Kroll (2020, INF) Uncommitted
- Maddie Gillett (2019, INF/OF) Carson Newman
NO. 30 / VISION 16U GOLD
Vision is an organization with teams located in Texas and Arkansas and present a tough challenge for any opponent. Vision’s student-athletes are turning heads on the recruiting trail and have been attending a number of camps across various southern division one programs. Notable finishes include 9th at JO Cup, T-18th at Triple Crown Nationals, and 33rd in the Colorado Sparkler Power Pool.
Key Players:
- Rylie Hamilton – Uncommitted
- Aubrey Lee – Uncommitted
- Hannah Gammill (2020) Arkansas
- Kaida Tomlinson (2021) Uncommitted
- Gracelyn Taylor (2021, 1B/C) Uncommitted
