2004profiles

2004 ABAC Fillies

Player Profiles

Hartwell, GA

5’ 1” Freshman OF Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Jenee: “Jenee is a go getter in the outfield. She has great work ethics and a love of the game that will help her succeed here at ABAC. I expect her to compete for a starting spot in our outfield in 2004.”

High School: Jenee was a four year varsity starter and also played basketball her freshman year at Hart County High School. She was awarded the golden glove award three consecutive years in softball. Hart County finished Region runner up her senior year and played in the Sectionals. Jenee was named to the All-Northeast Georgia Team her junior yea. She was voted Most Athletic in her senior class in 2003.

Personal: Born February 26, 1984. Jenee enjoys all sports and the outdoors. Her favorite things are playing softball, riding horses, camping, rafting, and spending time with her family and friends. She is the daughter of Tom and Nancy Hix. After ABAC she plans to continue playing softball at a four year university and pursue her degree in Veterinary Medicine.

Why ABAC?: “I came to ABAC to make my dreams a reality. Playing College Softball

is my dream come true and I am so thankful to be living my dream at ABAC.”

# 10 Ashley Hale

Augusta, GA

5’3 Sophomore C Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Ashley: “Ashley shared the catching duties last season and provided us with solid performances with her defensive skills and pitch calling abilities for ten Hoope. I think she handles our pitching staff well and will look for her continue to develop this season.”

College: .237 batting average and started in 18 games.

High school: Ashley was a three year letterman at Evans High school. She played varsity softball, basketball, and soccer. She helped her softball team to two region 5 AAAAA titles and 5^th place in state her junior year. She also played on the Determinators traveling fast pitch softball team which was the number one team in the nation in USSSA in 2000. She won best defensive player in soccer her senior year.

Personal: Born February 22, 1984…enjoys playing sports, playing music, making people laugh, spending time with friends and family. She is the daughter of Bobby and Cindy Hale and has one younger sister, Cayla. Ashley is majoring in communications and hopes to play softball at a four year college after ABAC.

Why ABAC?: “I came to ABAC because I wanted to continue my softball career at a

Junior college and ABAC had a very impressive record. I also wanted to start off getting a good education.”

#12 Ashley Batton

Alma, GA

5’2” Freshman OF Bats R/L Throws R

Campbell on Ashley: “I am very happy to have Ashley here at ABAC. A knee injury has slowed her some this fall, but I expect her to battle in the outfield, as she is extremely quick. I believe Ashley will develop to be a great player here at ABAC and I expect great things from her.”

High School: Ashley was a four year letterman at Bacon County High School under Coach Tonya Johnson. She also played four years of basketball as well. Ashley received the MVP and highest batting average her sophomore, Junior, and Senior years. In basketball she also was named MVP all four years of her varsity career.

Personal: Born on December 24, 1984…Ashley enjoys spending time with her family and friends, shopping, and going to the beach. She is the daughter of Mary Batton and Todd Taylor; she has four half brothers, Patrick, Will, Nicholas, and Nathan. Ashley plans to attend a four year university after ABAC and plans to major in Physical Education as she wants to be a teacher and a coach.

Why ABAC?: “I chose ABAC because ABAC has a strong softball program with a winning record. I also chose ABAC because of the friendly atmosphere and how everyone greeted me with a smile and welcomed me to the team.”

#15 Kallie Ellison

Americus, GA

5’5 Sophomore 2b Bats R/ Throws R

Campbell on Kallie: “Kallie was a pleasant surprise for me last season as she won the starting second baseman job. She has all the tools to be a great player and I think with the experience she gained last year as a freshman she will catch the eyes of college recruiters. Defensively she is fundamentally sound and as she continues to work, she will develop as a hitter for the Fillies in 2004.”

College: .237 hitter in 2004, with 3 doubles. Started in 49 games.

High School: Kallie was a three-year varsity softball letterman, and three year track letterman at Southland Academy. During her sophomore year her team won the GISA State title in slow-pitch and also won two Region titles. Playing summer ball, her tournament team, Tifton Tigers won a National Championship. Kallie was chosen to play on the North All-Star team and made the All Georgia while team playing for the Tifton Tigers.

Personal: Born August 11, 1983… enjoys spending time with friends, hunting, fishing, riding four-wheelers, water-skiing, and playing softball. She is the daughter of Freeman and Carleen Ellison….is a single child…plans to attend a four year college after ABAC and later pursue her Masters.

#16 Caroline Cripe

Americus, GA

5’4 Sophomore SS Bats/R Throws R

Campbell on Caroline: “Caroline had a tremendous year at the shortstop position in 2004. She is fun to watch and fun to coach as she plays an exciting game. She is a competitor and loves to play the game. I expect more great things from Caroline and I expect her to develop well at the plate this year.”

College: .270, with 5 doubles, 1 triple, and lead the team with 21 RBI’s. Started in all 52 games.

High School: Caroline was a four-year varsity softball and basketball letterman at Southland Academy and Schley County. She was player of the year her senior year in softball. During her sophomore year her team won the GISA State title in slow-pitch. Her traveling team the “Tifton Tigers” won the National Championship in 1998. She was chosen to play in the North/South All-Star game her senior year. Her team also captured Region titles three years in a row.

Personal: Born August 16, 1983….she enjoys hunting, fishing, riding horses, and spending time with her family and friends. She is the daughter of Jody and Jaye Cripe…..she has two brothers Caleb and Josh. She plans to pursue a degree in Science and transfer to a four year school to play softball.

Why ABAC?: “ABAC appealed to me b/c of its outstanding winning records and the coach's wonderful reputation. Attending ABAC has been an awesome and unforgettable experience. The only regret I'll ever have is that ABAC is sadly only a two-year school.”

#20 Erica Pope

Bonaire, GA

5’7” Freshman Inf. Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Erica: “ I am excited to have Erica join our Fastpitch program. She comes to us from Warner Robin High School under Coach Brenda Arnett. She is a very fundamentally sound player who is capable of playing several infield positions. Erica will also help us with her bat, as she has a good eye at the plate. I expect her to get plenty of playing time her Freshman year.”

High School: She was a four year starter and letterman for Warner Robins High School. She was named Best Defensive player her junior year and M.V.P. her senior year. Erica was also named to the All-Middle Ga. Team in 2000, 2001, and 2002. In her senior year she was named Player of the year for Houston County.

Personal: Born May 23, 1985…she is the daughter of Jeff and Kristy Pope and has a brother named Steven. She enjoys playing sports, spending time with her family and friends, shopping, sleeping, and riding four wheelers. Erica is majoring in Physical Education and wants to pursue a coaching career.

#21 Ashley Harrison

Moultrie, GA

5’6” Freshman CF Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Ashley: “Ashley is a diamond in the rough, just a pure athletic talent and I am really excited to have her at ABAC and playing in our program. Ashley is a player capable of playing several positions but will mainly see playing time in our outfield. She has great work ethics and loves to compete.”

High School: Ashley was a three time letterman in softball, basketball and soccer while playing at Colquitt County High School. She was named all region in softball her senior year and received honorable mention in soccer.

Personal: Born January 29, 1985…..she is a member of Southside Baptist Church. She is majoring in Physical Education and wants to pursue a degree in Sports Medicine after ABAC.

#22 Kelsi Thiessen

Vancouver, Canada

5'8" Sophomore C Bats R/ Throws R

Campbell on Kelsi: “Kelsi had a solid year behind the plate in 2004. She is a solid defensive catcher and a joy to coach, a true team player. I expect her bat to come around this season and be the hitter I know she is capable of becoming.”

College: .298 batting average, with 3 doubles and 1 triple. Started in 35 games.

High School: Kelsi played for the Port Coquitlim Ravens Midget A Softball team. In her time with the Ravens she was captain of the team and received the Ashbrook leadership award for her role on the field. Kelsi has traveled extensively throughout Washington, Oregon and California for ball.

Personal: Born September 28, 1984… Kelsi enjoys playing all types of sports, snowboarding, camping and spending time with her time with family and friends. She is the Daughter of Frank and Patti Thiessen and has a younger sister named Ashley. Kelsi has been playing fastpitch for 10 years. Kelsi plans to major in Communications. She is enjoying her freshman year at ABAC and is looking to attend a four year college after ABAC.

#23 Stefanie ten Hoope

The Netherlands

5'3" Sophomore SS/2b Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Stefanie: “I am extremely excited to have Stefanie back for another season. She is player who hustles and loves to play the game. She has the ability to play any position in the infield. She is fundamentally sound and will also help us with her bat this season. I expect great things from Stef.”

High School: Stefanie graduated from Alfrink College in May 2001. She worked in the Netherlands until her arrival in Tifton in January.

Personal: Born on January 28, 1984... she is a member of the Young Dutch National Team and has played in international tournaments in Taiwan and the Kingdom Games in St. Martin. She plans on majoring in Communications at ABAC.

#24 Jill Clark

Moultrie, GA

5’11” Sophomore 1b Bats L / Throws L

Campbell on Jill: “Jill is a player under development and has shown signs this fall of all the hard work she has put in as a Freshmen. Jill is our only true lefty at the plate and I am expecting great things as she continues to work on her game.”

College: Jill played in 38 games last season, hitting .200 going 10 for 50 at the plate.

High School: Jill was a three year letterman in softball at Colquitt County High School. She helped lead the team to a 4^th place finish her sophomore year and 3^rd place finish her junior year in the 5A slow-pitch state tournaments. She was selected 1^st team all region her junior and senior years. Jill played traveling ball with the Outlaws and Suns; winning several tournaments.

Personal: Born on June 18, 1984…Jill enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping, attending church events, and playing sports…She is the daughter of Tim and Yvonne Clark…has one older sister, Leanna. She plans on attending a 4 year school after ABAC to major in Speech Pathology.

Why ABAC?: “My parents pressured me into trying out for ABAC's softball team and I told myself I would never go here but I tried out for their sake. It took me about the whole first semester here to get adjusted and now I love it and don't want to leave. I've made many friends and can honestly say college has been the best part of my life so far. ABAC was a great place to start my college experience and I am so glad my parents helped me see that.”

#25 Danielle Bertram

Dublin, GA

5’3” Sophomore 3b Bats R/ Throws R

Campbell on Danielle: “Danielle is one of the most versatile athletes on the team, being able to play almost every position in the infield. Last season she was named to the GJCAA All Conference team as our third baseman. I expect Danielle to continue her great career at ABAC and will be a good one for the four year universities to recruit.”

College: .307 batting average, highest on the team among starters. Had 4 doubles and 1 triple.

High School: Danielle was a four year letterman in softball and basketball at Dublin high school. During her junior and senior years she helped lead her team to Region titles in softball. She was MVP her junior and senior years, as well as earning All-Region player of the year and first team All-State her junior year.

Personal: Born June 1. 1984…… enjoys hanging out with friends and playing sports, and spending time with her family. She is the daughter of Kathy and Rickey Bertram…. Has one younger sister, Kerri. Danielle plans to attend a four year college after ABAC.

#26 Leah Shiver

Tifton, GA

5’2” Sophomore OF Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Leah: “Leah is a hard worker and will add greatly to our outfield. She is fundamentally sound with a solid glove. I expect her to continue to develop during her Sophomore year.”

College: Leah went 1 for 10 last season hitting .200. She appeared in 10 games.

High School: She was a starter her 11th grade year in right field and left field her senior year. During Leah's 11th grade year, she helped lead her team to a fourth place finish in the state.

Personal: Born April 18, 1984, her parents are Bruce and Kristie Shiver of Tifton, Georgia. Leah enjoys spending time with friends and family and going horseback riding. Leah is enjoying her first year at ABAC. She plans on attending a four-year college after ABAC. Leah is currently majoring in pre-veterinary medicine.

Why ABAC: “I chose ABAC because it is a small college in my hometown where I could build a solid educational foundation to last me for a lifetime.”

#14 Candace Culver

Blackshear, GA

5’ Freshman OF Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Candace: “Candace is another great recruit from Pierce County High School under Coach Maureen Brown. Candace is a joy to coach and works very hard at practice. I expect Candace to compete for an outfield spot.”

High School: Candace was a three year starter in softball at Pierce County. Her team finished fourth in the State her sophomore playing slow pitch softball. In her senior year her fastpitch team finished as region runner up in Region AA.

Personal: Born July 25, 1985 she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, riding four wheelers, and playing sports. She is the daughter of Larry and Terrie Culver and has a younger brother, Zach. She plans on attending a four year university after ABAC.

Why ABAC?: “Close to home and everyone is friendly and makes you feel like you are at home.”

#27 Kate Thompson

Buford, GA

5’4” Freshman P Throws R

Campbell on Kate: “I feel very lucky to have Kate join our team in January. She is a very talented pitcher who has a lot of travel ball experience. Kate’s pitching style will greatly compliment Elske’s and the two of them should be a great duo for the 2004 Fillies.”

High School: Kate was a four year letterman at North Gwinnett High School playing softball. She won the Leadership award for pitching all four years at Gwinnett. In the Summer, Kate plays for the Georgia Challengers traveling team coached by Jill Carson.

Personal: Born November 29, 1984…she enjoys playing sports, shopping, having fun and spending time with family and friends. She is the daughter of Steve and Beth Thompson and has a brother named Casey. She plans on majoring in Education.

#33 Kristy Shiver

Sylvester, GA

5’5” Sophomore LF Bats R / Throws R

Campbell on Kristy: “Kristy did an outstanding job in left field last season and I expect her to anchor the young outfield this year. She has great work ethics and will only get better her Sophomore year. Defensively, she is solid with all the tools to be the complete player.”

College: .203 batting average going 13 for 64 at the plate. Started in 38 games.

High School: Kristy was involved in many sports at Tiftarea Academy, including softball, basketball, track, cross-country, and tennis. She was Salutatorian of her class and voted Most Athletic. Her senior year, she received the Best Offensive award and was chosen to play in the North-South All-Star game. She also holds records at her school for best times in the 300m hurdles and the mile relay and won the high-point award at the region track meet.

Personal: Born on December 12, 1983…Kristy is the daughter of Jeff Shiver and Matacha Conaway. She has three younger sisters: Lindsey, Jennifer, Erin…and a younger brother, Tyler…Kristy is majoring in Medicine and plans to continue playing softball at a four-year college and one day will be a plastic surgeon.

Why ABAC?: “Coming to ABAC was one of the best decisions I ever made. Ever since I was little I wanted to play college ball, and now I have that chance at ABAC. ABAC has the best softball program of any Georgia junior college, and Coach Campbell really prepares her players to go on to four-year colleges, pushing them to be the best they can be while at the same time making it a fun and enjoyable experience. If only ABAC were a four-year college! I never want to leave!”

#36 Elske ten Hoope

The Netherlands

5’7" Sophomore P Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Elske: “I am extremely excited about Elske coming to back to join our 2004. Being named MVP of our GJCAA league speaks for itself. She is a tremendous pitcher and I expect her to lead us to many victories this season. She is an excellent pitcher who loves to play the game.”

High School: Elske graduated from Alfrink in May 1998. While at Alfrink she played in the highest leagues. Elske pitched for the Young Dutch National Team as they gained three European championships. She has played in World championship tournament in Taiwan and the Kingdom Games in St. Martin and Curaçao.

Personal: Born on February 23 1981... She has played softball since she was 8 years old. Her mother and father are José and Wim ten Hoope. She has a younger sister Stefanie, who is also a member of the 2004 Fillie team, and has an older brother, Werner. She plans on majoring in Physical Education at ABAC.

Why ABAC?: “ABAC is one little happy family with all one goal, win state!”

#38 Celia Petty

Acworth, GA

5’4” Freshman C Bats R/Throws R

Campbell on Celia: “Celia is a catcher who knows the game and has the skills behind the plate to handle the pitchers. She has an excellent arm and is just a hustler. I expect her to see plenty of playing time behind the plate.”

High School: Celia was a four year letterman at North Cobb High School. She received Rookie of the Year award in 2000, Unsung Hero award in 2002, athletic scholar, Gatorade Player of the Year in 2001, 2002. She also had the top 10 batting average in Cobb County in 2001.

Personal: Born in November 7, 1984 she is the daughter of Charles and Jackie Petty, sister to Tara and older brother, Chas. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also likes to camp, ride bikes, ski, and travel. Celia plans to become an Elementary teacher.