Montgomery Gray youth girls softball team advances to state tournament
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Montgomery Gray Sweetees All-Stars Team is off to a fantastic season! On Friday, June 24th, and Saturday, June 25th, they played in the District Tournament at Edward Thompson Park in Montgomery, AL. The team took home the victory in the first game against Montgomery American, with a win of (16-14.) And although they weren’t victorious in the double header played on Saturday-Montgomery Gray Sweetees played a spectacular game, ending with final scores of (15-12 and 17-13).
The team has worked extremely hard while practicing three to four times a week since All-Stars selections were made in May, improving their batting and fielding. As the girls advance to the State Tournament, which includes eight teams within the bracket from July 8th – July 11th, the Manager, Coach Q, adds, “I love softball! But my love extends far beyond the big hits, diving plays, and the clutch wins. It is very rewarding to develop relationships with each player. I will always support the girls on and off the field. My overall goal is for each player to know she has a lifetime supporter in me. My goal for the state tournament is for the girls to have fun, a memorable experience, and compete at their highest level. The girls have worked extremely hard this season. I’m praying their dedication and sacrifices are awarded representing the state of Alabama in the World Series.”
Montgomery Gray Sweetees will be facing off against their opponent Troy on the opening night of the State Tournament at 7:30 PM in Dothan, AL, at James Oates Park.
The coaches, Quayanna Rudolph “Coach Q” (Manager) and Assistant Coaches; Abel Abebe, Taylor Jernigan, and Allen Wilson, have been instrumental to the team, ensuring that the girls strategically understand the game while teaching the advanced fundamentals of softball and having fun on the field. On behalf of all parents, we thank them immensely for the hard work and dedication that they’ve put into this season.
The team includes; Amara Spivey, #5, Camille Rudolph, #33, Nelda Wilson, #18, Raelynn Evans, #1, Hannah Wilson, #7, Kayden Abebe, #8, Turner Jernigan, #10, Dynasti Hartman, #45, Reagan Baker, #6, Everette Saucer, #9, Laila Taylor, #2, and Lakyn Parker, #3.
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