Here’s a team-by-team look at the upcoming Class 5A softball season
The 2021 high school softball season gets underway this week for teams across the state. After last year’s canceled season, there’s more anticipation than ever to get the season going. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has put together capsules for every team in 5A. Every coach was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are four new softball coaches in 5A this year: Ashley Anjewierden (Hillcrest), Eric Christensen (Murray), Mack Fieldstead (Mountain View) and James Andrews (Provo).
Here are the 5A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
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Region 5
1. Farmington Phoenix
Head coach: Jasey Fatongia (third year)
2019 record: 14-16 (tied for fourth in Region 5 with a 7-8 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Bountiful in 5A quarterfinals: Eliminated by West in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Delaney Baker, P, Jr.
- Hadley Eichmeier, Util, Jr.
- Paige Herbon, 2B, Jr.
- Elle Mortensen, SS, So.
- Lauren Gray, Util, Sr.
Coach comment: “We are looking forward to another great season. We will have a lot of returning starters and some really great young talent. It should be a great season and we look forward to competing!”
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2. Bountiful Braves
Head coach: Butch Lat (12th year)
2019 record: 22-9 (first in Region 5 with a 13-2 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to West in 5A championship: Eliminated by West in 5A championship
Returning contributors:
- Annie Salazar, P/OF, Sr.
- Livi Arona, 2B, Sr.
- Shambre Maestas, P/1B/OF, Sr.
- Shiloh Johnson, SS, Jr.
- Eva Stoddard, P/3B, So.
Coach comment: “Bountiful High School’s strength will be pitching and defense. We will have to replace seven seniors who graduated last year.”
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3. Woods Cross Wildcats
Head coach: Casey Plowman
2019 record: 10-16 (tied for fourth in Region 5 with a 7-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Additional info not provided.
4. Box Elder Bees
Head coach: Brain Merrill (second year)
2019 record: 11-18 (third in Region 5 with an 8-7 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to West in 5A second round: Eliminated by Skyridge in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
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- Kaitlyn Wight, IF, Sr.
- Tegan Mecham, P, Jr.
- Kortney Small, OF, Sr.
- Kamryn Peterson, P/IF, Jr.
Coach comment: “This will be a year of learning with completely new teams. Most of the girls will have limited varsity experience as the seniors were sophomores the last time, we completed a full season. Box Elder will be young with only a few returning seniors but the team has played together for a while and plays well together. This season will be highly competitive with many teams having similar skilled teams returning.”
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5. Bonneville Lakers
Head coach: Shelby Healy
2019 record: 13-12 (second in Region 11 with a 10-2 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Snow Canyon in 4A first round: Eliminated by Uintah in 4A one-loss bracket.
Additional info not provided.
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6. Viewmont Vikings
Head coach: Stacie Toney
2019 record: 2-20 (sixth in Region 5 with a 0-15 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Additional info not provided.
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Region 6
1. Murray Spartans
Head coach: Eric Christensen (first year)
2019 record: 10-16 (second in Region 6 with a 7-3 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Farmington in 5A second round: Eliminated by East in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Alyssa McDonald, OF, Sr.
- Ellie Christensen, 2B, Jr.
- Kaylee Lundeen, C, Sr.
- Anika Salvesen, P, Sr.
- Jocelyn Lujan, P, Sr.
- Morgan Lampshire, 3B, Sr.
- Oakleigh Harman, Util, Jr.
- Makayla Roybal, OF, So.
Coach comment: “Last year was rough for all of our players but especially for our seven seniors. Our season ended right after our seventh game on March 11 , the night Rudy Gobert tested positive. Our returning players were able to get in their summer and fall travel ball seasons and we were able to practice as a group on a limited basis over the winter. We have a solid group of very talented players returning as well as a large incoming freshman class. We have four seniors that have signed letters of intent to continue their softball careers after high school: Alyssa McDonald (Goshen College); Kaylee Lundeen (Olympic College); Morgan Lampshire (Miles Community College); Jocelyn Lujan (Miles Community College).”
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2. East Leopards
Head coach: Tony St. Hillaire
2019 record: 15-8 (third in Region 6 with a 6-4 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Bountiful in 5A second round: Eliminated by West in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Jullianna Saint Hilaire, CF/P, Sr.
- Izzy Shelton, SS/3B, Jr.
- Maya Johnson, C/1B, Jr.
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3. Cottonwood Colts
Head coach: Jen Riches
2019 record: 12-11 (third in Region 7 with a 6-4 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Roy in 5A first round: Eliminated by East in 5A one-loss bracket.
Additional info not provided.
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4. Skyline Eagles
Head coach: Russ Jessop (sixth year)
2019 record: 4-17 (fifth in Region 6 with a 2-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- Hailey Louder, Sr.
- Baylee Child, Sr.
- Brookelyn Bowden, Jr.
- Bryce Jessop, Sr.
Coach comment: “Another young team that will be looking to gain experience quickly. Will be a fun season!”
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5. Brighton Bengals
Head coach: Jeff Barfuss
2019 record: 2-18 (fifth in Region 7 with a 2-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Additional info not provided.
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6. Hillcrest Huskies
Head coach: Ashley Anjewierden (first year)
2019 record: 5-13 (fifth in Region 2 with a 0-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- Madison Sluga, P, Jr.
- Kennedi Sullivan, C/IF, Jr.
Coach comment: “I am very optimistic about Hillcrest softball this season. We have a great opportunity to compete this year with some great leaders. We have some exciting new talent that we haven’t had in previous years, and I am really excited to see what this group of girls can do.”
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7. Olympus Titans
Head coach: Jackson White (fourth year)
2019 record: 12-13 (fourth in Region 6 with a 5-5 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Wasatch in 5A first round: Eliminated by Cottonwood in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Cali Bourdos, LF
- Ashmita Gurung, CF
- Sophi Pearce
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8. Highland Rams
Head coach: Ulysses Tonga Onevai
2019 record: 0-17 (sixth in Region 6 with a 0-10 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Additional info not provided.
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Region 7
1. Lehi Pioneers
Head coach: Tim Kennedy (seventh year)
2019 record: 17-15 (third in Region 10 with a 9-3 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Mountain Crest in 4A first round: Eliminated by Logan in 4A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Avery Takahashi, SS, Sr.
- Myia Ockery, 2B, Sr.
- Ellie Cram, OF, Sr.
- Grace Humes, P, Jr.
- Jamisyn Heaton, 1B, Jr.
Coach comment: “We are a young team but we have some senior leadership and a junior pitcher in Grace Humes that can carry the team.”
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2. Mountain Ridge Sentinels
Head coach: Andre Ashton (second year)
2019 record: New school
Returning contributors:
- Kiley Avery, OF, Sr.
- Taegan Smith, SS, Jr.
- Tessa Hokanson, IF/OF, Jr.
Coach comment: “We are excited to start our second season here at Mountain Ridge High School. We have a group of girls who are talented and hardworking inside and outside the classroom. Our team has a GPA of 3.8 this year. We are excited to go out on the field and prove ourselves this season.”
3. Alta Hawks
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Head coach: Carley Campbell (third year)
2019 record: 16-12 (tied for first in Region 7 with a 9-1 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Box Elder in 5A first round: Eliminated by Maple Mountain in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Mackenzie Evans, P/IF, Sr.
- Arianna Christensen, IF, Sr.
- Megan Gillett, OF, Sr.
- Kamryn Henriod, OF, Sr.
- Esmi Carrillo, IF, Sr.
Coach comment: “I’m excited for this season as my senior class has been the bulk of my varsity team for the last three years. They are all very competitive and talented so I’m eager to see what they accomplish this season.”
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4. Timpanogos T-Wolves
Head coach: Jeremiah Adams (second year)
2019 record: 9-12 (fifth in Region 8 with a 2-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- EmJ Hicken, P, Jr.
- Talia Gutierrez, 3B, So.
- Alana King, C, Jr.
- LaTaya Brost, SS, Jr.
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5. Orem Tigers
Head coach: Pablo Barker-Valdez (fourth year)
2019 record: 6-16 (sixth in Region 10 with a 3-9 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- Kambree Hemenway, SS, Sr.
- Kaylee Lyman, P/C, Sr.
- Kinsley Goza, CF, Sr.
- Sofia Bills, 2B, Sr.
- Yzzy Watts, 1B, Sr.
Coach comment: “Our region is incredibly competitive this year where I believe the top three or four teams can make a run for region champ. We are excited and confident to be in the mix.”
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6. Mountain View Bruins
Head coach: Mack Fieldsted (seventh year)
2019 record: 2-15 (seventh in Region 10 with a 0-12 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- Mercedes West, SS, Jr.
- Taylor Lewis-Balzarini, C, So.
- Marinn Waite, 2B, Sr.
Coach comment: “We have a very young team with only three seniors and three juniors and the rest sophomores and freshman. We will get better every game and might just surprise some teams along the way. Offensively we should score runs that will keep us in most games. We have the chance to be real solid on defense. Taylor Lewis-Balzarini is the best young catcher I have ever seen play the game, she has all the tools to be a DI prospect. Our pitching is young and improving. We are just so excited for the chance to play this year.”
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7. Timpview T-Birds
Head coach: Rachel Weiss
2019 record: 5-11 (fourth in Region 7 with a 4-6 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Bountiful in 5A first round: Eliminated by Springville in 5A one-loss bracket.
Additional info not provided.
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Region 8
1. Spanish Fork Dons
Head coach: Natalie Jarvis (second year)
2019 record: 28-8 (second in Region 10 with a 10-2 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Tooele in 4A second round: Eliminated by Tooele in 4A championship.
Returning contributors:
- Trinity Benson, CF, Sr.
- J’Amy Davis, 2B, Sr.
- Brooklyn Pintar, SS, Sr.
- Avery Sapp, P, So.
Coach comment: “We have most everybody back from last year’s team with some new additions. I have a really great group of kids right now and an incredible group of seniors that are working really hard because they want to play. I believe self-motivation is high among our team. I think missing last year has helped with motivation because they’re working extra hard with high hopes that they they’re going to play their season. Our softball season last year got ripped away from us so my players are absolutely ready to run. They are wanting to practice and play. They’re ready to go!”
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2. Springville Red Devils
Head coach: Jill Thackeray (eighth year)
2019 record: 19-13 (tied for second in Region 8 with a 7-3 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to East in 5A first round: Eliminated by Farmington in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- McKenna Thomas, P, Sr.
- Avery Nelson, SS, Sr.
- Keelie Cheff, CF, Sr.
- Morgan Dustin, C, Sr.
- Whitney Shepherd, RF, Sr.
- Saige Ewing, 2B/P, Jr.
Coach comment: “We have a great group of girls who have been working hard to prepare for the upcoming season. We’re looking forward to getting back on the field and finishing what we started last year!”
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3. Wasatch Wasps
Head coach: Morgan Smith (second year)
2019 record: 23-6 (first in Region 8 with a 9-1 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Roy in 5A second round: Eliminated by Springville in 5A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Maclee Mcphie, C, Sr.
- Andrea Sweat, P/3B, Jr.
- Payge Armendariz, P/1B, Jr.
Coach comment: “We have a great group of girls again this year and are expecting to have a very successful season. After last year, my girls are hungry to get back on the field playing again, and in their words, they have some ‘unfinished business.’”
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4. Maple Mountain Golden Eagles
Head coach: Jackie Carnesseca
2019 record: 9-20 (fourth in Region 8 with a 5-5 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to West in 5A first round: Eliminated by Murray in 5A one-loss bracket.
Additional info not provided.
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5. Salem Hills Skywhawks
Head coach: Kalab Stokes (sixth year)
2019 Record: 13-14 (fifth in Region 10 with a 4-8 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify.
Returning contributors:
- Lexi Bishop, CF, Sr.
- Cassidy Wilson, C, Jr.
- Payton Braithwaite, P, Sr.
- Isabelle Keel, IF, Sr.
Coach comment: “We are very excited to get to play this season and see what we can do. We have several returning players from last year and will lean on our seniors for leadership. I feel that this is the most talented team we have had at Salem since I have been the head coach.”
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6. Payson Lions
Head coach: Brent Shurtliff
2019 record: 9-18 (fourth in Region 10 with a 5-7 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Bear River in 4A first round: Eliminated by Spanish Fork in 4A one-loss bracket.
Additional info not provided.
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7. Provo Bulldogs
Head coach: Jimmy Andrews (first year)
2019 record: 4-14 (sixth in Region 8 with a 0-10 record)
2019 postseason: Did not qualify
Returning contributors:
- Cassidy Fife
- Jenna Kassel
- Grace Porter
Coach comment: “With this being my first year here, I hope we can build a great foundation like we did at Spanish Fork for so many years. We have some players returning that I think can compete with the best. Prediction?... We start out a little slow, but finish strong towards the end in region . And return the pride back to Provo fastpitch.”
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8. Park City Miners
Head coach: Brett Mustoe (second year)
2019 record: 9-12 (fourth in Region 11 with a 5-7 record)
2019 postseason: Lost to Cedar City in 4A first round: Eliminated by Lehi in 4A one-loss bracket.
Returning contributors:
- Taylor Lundbeck, C/SS, Sr.
- MacLaren Tyrrell, P/2B, So.
- Kyra Larson, IF, Jr.
- Hannag Smoak, IF/C, Jr.
Coach comment: “After a very short season in 2020, we are excited to get back on the field in 2021. We return a handful of starters from last year’s team and will be looking to fill several spots to round out the lineup. We are hoping to get a full season in and be competitive within a strong region.”
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