Kassandra Ward '17 Recruiting Profile
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September 2014Personal Statement
My name is Kassi Ward and I will be a 2017 graduate from Black Hills High School in Tumwater, Washington. My main positions are Catcher, Outfield and Middle Infield, but can play all positions except Pitcher. My goal is to attend college and major in Sports Science to become a Sports Trainer or Physical Education Teacher.
I'm often referred to as a Sporty Spice or a Tom Boy. I am a girl who loves playing sports and being outdoors. The last couple of years I have reduced the number of sports I participate in as I move into more competitive leagues focusing on my longterm goals for fastpitch and basketball. My mom and dad say I'm well rounded in how I tackle life, but I say it is the challenge of doing something new and exciting whenever you can. Life is too short to sit back and watch. Jump in and enjoy the ride! I believe being active in your community is as important as being a good student or team player. There are lots of things you can help with to make a difference. Volunteering as a youth coach, Greyhound Adoptions, working at the Foodbank and Stuff the Bus activities are a few of my favorites.
At the end of my 8th grade school year I was presented with the Mark Sutterfield Citizenship Award from my middle school. This award means a lot to me because it is not a sport or academic award. It is an award for being a good student, contributing to my community, being a good friend to others and doing what is right even if it means it’s not the popular choice. I’m not the prettiest, the smartest or the most popular student. I wear what I like, say what I think and have to study hard to make my grades. I am who I am and I like that person. Liking myself makes it easy for me to be there for others. Receiving the Mark Sutterfield Award would not have been possible without the support and inspiration of my parents, teachers, coaches and friends. Each of them have given me the tools and positive influences to be the person I am today. I hope to be able to do the same for others.
Whether playing sports, striving for academic challenges or just hanging with family and friends, my motto is....Winners never quit, Quitters never win, I Choose to win and live life to the fullest.
For additional information, Pictures & Videos, Please visit my WIX site at http://theward1.wix.com/kassiward99
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Individual Awards
- Offensive Player Award, Silver Slugger Award, All-League Academic, Co-Captain, WIAA Washington State 2A Athlete of the Week, 3rd Year Letter, 1st Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-Area
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Individual Awards
- Varsity Co-Captain, WIAA Week 32 Athlete of the Week, Varsity Fire Award, 2nd Year Athletic Letter, , 1st Team All-Conference
Team Awards
- WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Team Award, Conference 3rd Place
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #20
Individual Awards
- 2014 BHHS FP Defensive Player Award, Athletic Letter Award, Conference All Academic Award , 1st Team All-Conference
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 7 seasons
- 2016 PNW Force Fastpitch (18 Gold)
- 2015 NW Sidewinders - JB (16 Gold)
- 2014 Northwest Sidewinders Purple (14A)
- 2013 Northwest Sidewinders - Souza (14A)
- 2012 Northwest Sidewinders - Souza (14A)
- 2011 PNW Force (12U)
- Played catcher, 3B and outfield
- 2010 Sports Unlimited NW (11U)
- Select baseball from 2007-2010. Positions: Catcher, 3B, SS and Outfield
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Nikki Winkley
- Travel / Club Coach
- Jeremy Taylor-Sparks
- Position Coach
- Kelsey Anchors
- Club Coach
- Mike McKelpin
- Other
- Ken Olson
- Travel / Club Coach
- Kylee Bishop
- Club Coach
- John Beer
Events
- Camp/Event
- Griz Elite Day Softball Camp
- 7/12/16 to 7/14/16
- Camp/Event
- 2016 Colorado Sparkler College Exposure Tournament
- 6/28/16 to 7/03/16
- Games: 6/28 12pm @ Valley View East, 6/28 2pm @ Valley View West, 6/30 2pm @ Waddell Park, 6/30 4pm @ Waddell Park
- Camp/Event
- All Star Showcase - Colorado Sparkler
- 6/27/16 to 6/27/16
- 8am - Field CH2 (1st Base Line) Team Glacier West
- Camp/Event
- ASA 18 Gold Territory
- 6/20/16 to 6/21/16
- Camp/Event
- Valley Invite Tournament
- 6/18/16 to 6/19/16
- Camp/Event
- Valley Invite NFCA Camp
- 6/17/16 to 6/17/16
- Catching / Infield Sessions / All Star Game
- Camp/Event
- Linfield College Wildcat Softball Clinic
- 1/30/16 to 1/30/16
- Sessions: Hitting, Offensive, Defensive, Catching
- Camp/Event
- UMD Bulldogs Softball Camp
- 1/23/16 to 1/24/16
- Skills Sessions: Defensive, Offensive, Catching, Advanced Hitting
- Camp/Event
- University of Montana Wintern Softball Clinic
- 1/16/16 to 1/17/16
- Hitting, Infield, Catching
- Camp/Event
- OSU Winter Cowgirl Offensive/Defensive Camp
- 1/09/16 to 1/10/16
- Cowgirls Softball Complex
- Camp/Event
- PGF National Championships
- 7/19/14 to 7/25/14
- 14u Platinum
- Camp/Event
- Champion's Cup Tournament
- 7/03/14 to 7/09/14
- Playing 16u
- Camp/Event
- ASA Metro Championships
- 6/21/14 to 6/22/14
- Qualifier for ASA Nationals
- Camp/Event
- Holiday Catcher and Hitting Clinic
- 12/28/13 to 12/29/13
- Camp/Event
- Arizona FroShow Showcase
- 11/08/13 to 11/10/13
- Camp/Event
- Triple Crown FroShow Filtered Combine
- 11/08/13 to 11/08/13
- 8am - 5pm
- Camp/Event
- PGF National Qualifier
Training
- ProActive Strength and Conditioning
- 2 years
- Twice a week with a trainer for 1 hour.
- Valley Athletic Club
- 3 years
- Individually I work on cardio, weightlifting and I also work on my basketball skills. I am there 2-3 hours, 2-3 days a week.
Additional Sports
- Basketball
- 2 years
- Varsity Team
- Tumwater Middle School - 7 & 8 Grade (2011-13 School Years)
- Basketball
- 1 year
- Junior Varsity Team
- Black Hills High School - 9th Grade (2013-14 school year), 2013-14 Coaches Award
- Basketball
- 1 year
- Varsity Team
- Black Hills High School - 10th Grade (2014-15) Conference All Academic Award, Athletic Letter, 3rd Place 2A Evergreen Conference, WIAA State Tournament Participation, Most Inspirational Player Award
- Basketball
- 1 year
- Varsity Team
- Black Hills High School - 10th Grade (2014-15 school year)
Statistics
| Statistic | 2015 Varsity Team | 2014 Varsity Team | 2014 Northwest Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA | .538 | .491 | .700 |
| GP | 12 | 19 | |
| AB | 39 | 57 | 13 |
| R | 12 | 14 | |
| H | 21 | 28 | 8 |
| 2B | 10 | 10 | 2 |
| 3B | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| HR | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| RBI | 25 | 22 | 8 |
| Slug% | 1.103 | .667 | 1.154 |
| BB | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| OB% | .600 | .540 | .688 |
| Sac | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SB/Att. | 3 / 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Put outs | 2 | 18 | |
| Assists | 9 | 16 | 0 |
| Errors | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Team Record | 7-5 | 3-17 | |
| SO | 2 | ||
| Fld% | 1.000 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- Awards2015-2016 Top Ten Percent 2017 Junior Class Academic Award 2015-2016 WIAA Evergreen Conference All-Academic Award 2014-2015 Top Ten Percent 2017 Sophomore Class Academic Award 2014-2015 WIAA Evergreen Conference All-Academic Award 2014-2015 Selected for National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists Award of Excellence for outstanding academic achievement 2014-2015 Science Student of the Month 2013-2014 WIAA Evergreen Conference All Academic Award 2012-2013 Mark Sutterfield Citizenship Award
- Activities2012-2013: Yearbook Co-Editor, 6th Grade Orientation Tour Guide 2013-2014: 70.15 hour community service 2014-2015: Resident Counselor at Washington State Asscociation of Leadership Camp 2015-2016: Junior Class Secretary 2015-2016: Leadership Committee Chair
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