Cannonball
Ex "Expert"
- Feb 25, 2009
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Of course, it depends on what college you are looking at. Are you interested in DePaul or Eastern IL Univ.? They are 2 different D1 programs. Or is your DD interested in a private D3 program.
There are many, many softball teams that are really good and they aren't D1s. Those schools are more likely to be interested in "what you did in HS."
I coached at Springfield College in IL. I didn't have a large budget. The HS coaches were my life line.
There are community college teams in central IL., that girls are vying to find a spot on.
I read this weekend, where the one in Mattoon, has already signed 17 athletes and are wanting 2 more girls. I think HS softball is very important to that coach.
Amy, very nice post. As I've tried to point out on a couple of different websites, in our area (Mid Illinois) high school ball is so much different than in other parts of the country. I hear all the time about this or that girl not playing high school ball so that they can play on their travel team. In our area, that just doesn't happen. Naturally, when I say "our area" I know your roots! BTW, for those that don't know, Amy is from an area known for playing some SERIOUS softball.