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Ella Pursley '26 Recruiting Profile
ClubDiamond Dawgs Yellow 14u
Height5'6"
Weight150lbs
Age16
Primary PositionRHP
Secondary PositionUtility
Dominant HandRight
Over Hand Throw Velocity50
20 yrd sprint (60 ft)3.47
Pro Shuttle (5-10-5)5.78
Fastest Pitch Velocity57
Changeup Velocity45
Ball Exit Speed (from bat)63
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2021 Highlights
September 2021
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Ella Pursley #6, ...Personal Statement
I have always loved being on the softball field since the first day my grandfather took me to hit off the tee for tee ball season. Softball has always been a big part of my life and I’ve always enjoyed playing it. To me softball isn’t just about winning it’s about the friends you make and the new things you learn each time you step on the field. I enjoy learning new things from coaches of all backgrounds because they know a lot more than I do.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2024 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #6
- 2023 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #6
Individual Awards
- Best Offensive Player Award
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2022 Diamond Dawgs Blue 18U (A)
- 2021 Bessemer City Middle School
- 2021 Diamond Dawgs Yellow 14u (B)
- 2020 NC Diamond Elite 12u Payne (B)
Coach References
- Travel / Club Coach
- Jeff Cook
- High School Head Coach
- Lyndsey Shumaker
- Private Coach
- Sara Kate Brown
- Travel / Club Coach
- Brandon Payne
- Other
- Brent L. Hawkins
Events
- Camp/Event
- Western Carolina Softball Camp
- 12/03/22 to 12/03/22
- I had so much fun learning more about pitching, hitting, and how to react to things mentally on the field. A big thanks to the coaches and players!
- Camp/Event
- High School Pitcher's Spin Clinic
- 8/11/22 to 8/11/22
- This was my first pitching-specific camp. There were 5 other pitchers in attendance so we were able to receive tons of one on one instruction from Coach Windy Thees on how to throw all 6 pitches, fastball, change up, curve, screwball, rise & drop. I'll definitely use what I learned today to get better!
- Camp/Event
- College Scouting Bureau Collegiate Tryout
- 8/03/22 to 8/03/22
- The Camp was conducted by five college coaches. The Colleges represented were NC State University, Wake Tech, UNC Pembroke, Dallas Christian, & Methodist University at Fayetteville. I was evaluated in two positions, pitcher & first base. Videos were taken during evaluations at both positions. Metrics were also gathered for foot speed, throwing velocity, bat velocity, and pitch velocity. Ratings were given and recommendations for improvement offered. I was just back from vacation and very nervous, but very happy at how well I did. I also received an invitation to join their National Team, which I graciously accepted.
- Camp/Event
- Gaston College Prospect Camp
- 7/13/22 to 7/13/22
- Coach Steuerwald and his Assistant Coaches hosted a prospect camp. There were 12 players attending including myself. The camp was so much fun! We worked through speed/agility/fielding/throwing/pitching drills and at the end, we played a live pitching batting Practice. Great Camp! By the way, two of my Diamond Dawg Teammates just recently committed to Gaston College. Go Rhinos!
- Camp/Event
- Junior Day Softball Camp
- 6/14/22 to 6/14/22
- Registered in all three sessions, pitchers/catchers, infield/outfield, and hitting, but storms delayed the start of the camp so outfield work was skipped in favor of pitching and hitting instruction. Learned new warmup drills for pitching and was able to compare myself with older, very talented, and more experienced pitchers. I had four rounds of live hitting and hit a line-drive HR on the second pitch during the second 5 pitch session. Overall, had a great experience but it was HOT!
- Camp/Event
- High School Prospect Hitting Clinic
- 8/05/21 to 8/05/21
- Camp was conducted by Winthrop University Head Softball Coach Windy Thees, the Winthrop Softball Coaching Staff and members of the Winthrop Softball Team. All aspects of hitting were covered. My bunting was greatly improved after this Camp!
- Camp/Event
- Rise Up
- 7/15/21 to 7/15/21
- First Softball Camp attended. Each station(defense, offense, base-running, pitching, and catching) were led by college coaches. At the end of the camp, participated in a 2hr scrimmage game coached by the same coaches. After the scrimmage, a meet/greet/info session with the Coaches was held.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2023 Varsity Team | 2022 Diamond Dawgs | 2021 Diamond Dawgs | 2021 Bessemer City | 2020 NC Diamond Eli |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | .400 | .400 | O.386 | .636 | 0.467 |
| GP | 19 | 29 | 50 | 9 | 49 |
| AB | 55 | 30 | 57 | 11 | 60 |
| R | 18 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 18 |
| H | 22 | 8 | 16 | 3 | 21 |
| 2B | 5 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| HR | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| RBI | 16 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 11 |
| Slug% | .690 | .533 | .522 | 1.18 | .600 |
| BB | 14 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 25 |
| SO | 14 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
| OB% | .514 | .581 | .493 | .840 | 0.624 |
| Sac | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SB/Att. | 15/15 | 0/0 | N/A | 0/0 | N/A |
| Put outs | 8 | 9 | N/A | 6 | N/A |
| Assists | 29 | 0 | N/A | 3 | N/A |
| Errors | 4 | 2 | N/A | 0 | N/A |
| Fld% | .902 | .818 | N/A | 100 | N/A |
| Team Record | 7-13 | 15-18-1 | W-23.5: L-26.5 | 2-8 | N/A |
| ERA | 7.50 | 9.28 | 1.0 | ||
| Pitching Record | 2-4 | 2-1 | 0-0 | ||
| CG | 4 | 1 | 0 | ||
| Saves | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| IP | 37.1 | 14 1/3 | 2 | ||
| Hits | 47 | 17 | 1 | ||
| Runs Allowed | 47 | 27 | 3 | ||
| Earned Runs | 40 | 19 | 1 | ||
| Batter's BB | 42 | 32 | 5 | ||
| Batter's SO | 45 | 11 | 3 |
Academics
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Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. ELA grade 8 HN - 8th grade year English 9 Honors - 9th grade yearAre you in AP/IB classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- Awardsenrolled in technology program for middle school Completed high school level earth science classes in 7th grade year Completed high school level world history class current 7th-grade year Completed high school level math 8th grade year Completed Spanish 1 high school level 8th grade year Completed Adobe Visual Design I and received Certification.
- ActivitiesBaking, Listening to music, Hanging with friends, Stretching, Weight Lifting, Photography
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