2013 Softball

Season
Softball adds Fayette County standout
Softball adds Fayette County standout

“Autumn is a big recruit for us,” Kirk commented. “She has been recruited and offered by a lot of four-year schools so we are very fortunate to have her coming to ICC. She has a lot of power and can play a lot of different positions which is very valuable for us.”

Sloan, Roberts taking their game to the next level
Sloan, Roberts taking their game to the next level

Itawamba Community College head softball coach Andy Kirk announced sophomore pitcher Rebecca Sloan and sophomore shortstop Kami Roberts signed continue their careers as student-athletes at Blue Mountain College.

Softball signs MACJC All-North Division transfer from MS Delta
Softball signs MACJC All-North Division transfer from MS Delta

Itawamba Community College head softball coach announced the signing of former Caledonia High School catcher and Mississippi Delta Community College transfer Ashley Langford on Thursday.

Record number of ICC athletic programs earn NJCAA academic honors
Record number of ICC athletic programs earn NJCAA academic honors

“We are well-known for our outstanding athletic programs here at ICC and a large part of that success can be traced back to our coaches stressing the importance of excellence in the classroom,” said Ball-Williamson. “When a student-athlete does what it takes to perform at a high level in the classroom that same type of hard work and dedication shows in their respective sports.”

Holley, Taylor earn NJCAA academic honors
Holley, Taylor earn NJCAA academic honors

“This is a great honor for all the hard work and dedication these student-athletes put into their academic careers here at ICC,” said Ball-Williamson. “A lot of people don’t realize how much work and how many hours go into being a success in the classroom and in the sports they play.”

Sloan earns first-ever NFCA All-Region honors
Sloan earns first-ever NFCA All-Region honors

Sophomore pitcher Rebecca Sloan (Oneonta, AL) continues to make Itawamba Community College softball history as she was named the program’s first-ever National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-Region South team selection for National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II colleges on Tuesday.

Kirk, Simmons earn MACJC North Division honors
Kirk, Simmons earn MACJC North Division honors

This award is a reflection of all the hard work and dedication the girls put into the season. Simmons and I have been blessed to have a group of girls that love the game of softball and have been willing to put their entire heart into helping make their program better both on and off the field. -- Coach Andy Kirk

Softball places three on MACJC All-State team
Softball places three on MACJC All-State team

Itawamba Community College head softball coach Andy Kirk announced sophomore pitcher Rebecca Sloan (Oneonta, AL), freshman pitcher Montana Hawkins (Sulligent, AL) and freshman first baseman Emilee Henderson (Burnsville) were named to the 2013 Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges (MACJC) All-State team.

Patterson earns NJCAA All-Region 23 honors
Patterson earns NJCAA All-Region 23 honors

For the second-straight season Itawamba Community College sophomore outfielder Jessi Patterson (Nettleton) has been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Region 23 team.

Eight Lady Indians selected to All-North Division teams
Eight Lady Indians selected to All-North Division teams

The Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges (MACJC) announced the 2013 All-North Division Softball Teams and Itawamba Community College was represented with eight of its players earning postseason honors.

Softball schedules open tryouts
Softball schedules open tryouts

The back-to-back Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges (MACJC) North Division champion Lady Indians will host open tryouts on Monday, May 20th starting at 3:00 p.m. at the ICC Softball Complex on the Fulton campus

Softball turns attention to Region 23 Tournament play
Softball turns attention to Region 23 Tournament play

It’s going to be a tough test for us. Jones has had an outstanding season and will come in with a chip on their shoulder after splitting with us at our place earlier in the season. Hopefully we’ll come out more focused and ready to play than we were for the state tournament. -- Coach Andy Kirk

MACJC State Softball Tournament moved to Sunday, Monday due to weather
MACJC State Softball Tournament moved to Sunday, Monday due to weather

The North Division Champion Lady Indians (31-12-1, 18-6 North) were scheduled to take on the South Division's No. 4 seed Pearl River Community College (24-20, 13-11 South) Friday afternoon at 2:00, but will now face the Lady Bobcats at the same time on Sunday.

Sophomore Day DH vs East Mississippi moved to Sunday
Sophomore Day DH vs East Mississippi moved to Sunday

Game 1 of the twin bill is scheduled for Sunday starting at 3:00 p.m. with Sophomore Day festivities to be held after the conclusion of the doubleheader.

Taylor sets single-season saves record, eyes career mark
Taylor sets single-season saves record, eyes career mark

From walk-on to record-setter, Danielle “Dani” Taylor (Myrtle) is making the most of her collegiate softball career by leaving her mark on the Itawamba Community College softball program.

Softball to host open tryouts on May 20th
Softball to host open tryouts on May 20th

Itawamba Community College head softball coach Andy Kirk has announced open tryouts for the 2013-14 Lady Indians softball team will be held Monday, May 20th at the ICC Softball Complex on the Fulton Campus.