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Vaqs softball shafted at state seeding meet

The Vaqueros softball team narrowly missed the playoffs as a result of a decision made by the Southern California seeding committee.

“Right now, the process is too subjective,” said coach Paula Congleton. “It allows coaches to manipulate the system.”

The Vaqs finished 25-12-1 overall, which was a better record than three teams that made the postseason ahead of them. They finished in third place in league with a 14-8 record.

“We need to base the criteria more on statistics,” said Congleton, who, in her sixth year has now twice been just shy of bringing the program to its first playoff appearance.

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The team still had quite a few accomplishments this season. 10 players were honored as All-League performers.

Four of those players were freshman, and with some strong recruits coming in from all over the country, the team looks to make the committee’s decision a little easier next season.

“We’re already looking forward to next year,” says Congleton, “and to continuing the success of our program.”

*Pitcher Maria Coder and freshman shortstop Nicole Bouchereau reached All-League first team. Coder (12-7, 1.38 ERA) ended her career as one of CC’s all-time greats. Bouchereau was also named All-State for Southern Califonia and has been nominated an All-American.

*The All-League second team includes sophomore pitcher Jessica Hurtado, catcher Myka Wright and left fielder Lexie Schweikhardt. Freshmen Bria Wilson and Elsa Dearth were also recognized. Three players earned honorable mention.

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