NVGSA Select: Welcome
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Northern Virginia Girls Softball Association
The NVGSA Select Program currently has six teams, at least one at each age group (10U, 12U, 14U (two teams), 16U, and 18U). Contact Dave Neuhart at FairfaxFirebirds@gmail.com or 703-965-0752 for information regarding NVGSA Select team opportunities.
Monday, October 5
The 12U Fairfax Firebirds ’97 placed 2nd in the Oktoberfest – Fall Softball Tournament held in Manassas, VA on October 3rd and 4th. It was their 2nd tournament of the 2009 fall season following their Championship finish in the NSA Loudoun Open Softball Tournament two weeks earlier. Following Saturday’s pool play, the Firebirds were seeded 3rd. Sunday morning they came out of the blocks with a dominating 14-0 one hitter against the McLean Magic and then faced the 2nd seed - their friendly rivals Xplosion ’98 in the semi-finals. In a great back and forth game the Firebirds won 4 to 3 holding off an Xplosion rally in the last inning with some outstanding defense against a very potent offense in order to move into the final game. In the Championship game the Firebirds faced the tough number 1 seed 13U Chantilly Lace ’96 team in a very close pitching duel but in the end lost 5 to 1 to settle as the runner up in the tournament. The five Firebird pitchers Catherine Plescow, Cara Yates, Riley Wilkerson, Madison Aker and Julie DeSalvo were all outstanding in the circle for the entire tournament. The Firebird offensive leaders included Jenna Edwards, Jenna Spille and Katherine Plescow who had two homeruns in the tournament. After two fall tournaments the 12U Firebirds have received “hardware” in both – with a First Place finish and a Second Place finish so far this fall season. They are pictured here with their 2nd place/runner up medals and team trophy. Next up for the 12U Firebirds is the BRYC Classic to be held in Annandale, VA next week.
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Sunday, September 27
The Dimensions 18U traveled to Salem, VA, to participate in the Salem College Showcase for the second year. There were several college coaches in attendance to scout our girls, and we gave them a fine showing. We placed third in a very competitive bracket, playing the Hampton Roads Vipers, Richmond Rampage and West End Waves. Erin O’Donnell pitched a complete game, we had solid defense and some timely hitting from Bria Woodyard and Alison Seigel’s 2 run game-winning single on Saturday as we beat the Waves 4-2. Alex Abrahamson was the star later with a 2 run double, and Michelle Boynton added 2 hits and a great play at the plate to keep it close as we lost a tight game with the Rampage under the lights on Saturday night.
Sunday we came out fast as Jennifer Belk blasted a 3 run home run in the top of the first inning, added a 4th inning double, Alex Abrahamson had four hits including 2 doubles and 2 RBI, and Paulina Gregorowicz added 3 hits. Nicole Rowley pitched a 4 hit shutout and scored a run as the team cruised to a 7-0 win over the Glen Allen Blitz. Our day ended with a loss to the Smithfield Galaxy as we came from behind to tie in the bottom of the sixth, only to lose in ITB. Leading the way were Breanna Stillerman with 2 runs scored on a single and a walk, Sarah Senseney had a double, single and 2 RBI, and Michelle Boynton with 2 hits and 2 RBI.
Overall a fine showing as we ended in ninth place out of a 24 team field. All our players showed the college coaches how they could contribute to college programs through fine play both offensively, defensively and on the mound.
Sunday, September 27
The 10U Firebirds (‘99) recently competed in their inaugural tournament at the 2009 SoftballNation Fall Festival. Although they were the youngest team in the tournament, they displayed solid pitching and defense, aggressive offense and maintained phenomenal team spirit. Two full days of games resulted in (4) wins and only (2) losses. After an exciting 1-run loss in the semi-final game to the ultimate tournament winner, they won handily to secure 3rd place (Silver Championship). Kayla Turner was named the Firebird Tournament MVP for her outstanding hitting contributions including a game winning, 3-run walk off home run in Game 1. Congratulations to the 10U Firebirds players, coaches and families.
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| 10U Firebirds (99) 3rd Place - 2009 SoftballNation Fall Festival |
Wednesday, September 16
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| '94 Fairfax Firebirds 16U Loudoun Fall Open Champions |
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| '97 Fairfax Firebirds 12U Loudoun Fall Open Champions |
Wednesday, August 19
Fall tryouts have concluded.
