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Two participants engage in a throwing drill during the camp. Proper throwing techniques were the first things taught during the camp. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Lady Wildcat head softball coach David Carrillo observes a drill during the softball camp. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Mattison Buster, one of the volunteer coaches, shares a smile as she partners with a camper during a fielding drill at the softball camp. Buster, a Como-Pickton softball player, has committed to play sofrball at Louisiana Tech University. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Campers paitently wait for the camp to get started on the first day. Over 40 participants showed up that day. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Abigale Buster participates in a base running drill during the Lady Wildcat Softball Camp. The base running drill got everyone excited during the camp. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Lady Wildcat softball assistant coach Bailey Dorner teaches a participant how to properly throw a softball during the camp. Photo by DJ Spencer -
A group of young campers wait for their turn to participate in a drill during the softball camp. Campers were divided into seperate groups based on what grade they are going into this upcoming school year. Photo by DJ Spencer -
Crimson Bryant, a current Lady Wildcat softball player, looks on during a drill at the softball camp. Bryant also volunteered to help coach at the camp. Photo by DJ Spencer
Future looks promising
Softball has been one of the most successful sports at Sulphur Springs High School over the last 15 years. That success has helped keep interest in the sport strong, and that was evident by the fact that over 40 young athletes attended Lady Wildcat Softball Camp from June 14 to 16 at the Multipurpose Building.
During the camp, athletes learned new skills in numerous aspects in the game of softball, including throwing, fielding, catching, running bases, and hitting.
The camp was conducted by head coach David Carrillo and assistant coaches Bailey Dorner and Trent Easley. These coaches were not alone though, as two former Lady Wildcats, Nadia Wright and Noelle Yancy, also lended a hand and helped coach. When introducing Yancy to the athletes, Carrillo stated that Yancy was one of the best athletes he has ever coached.
Other volunteer coaches included Crimson Bryant, a current Lady Wildcat softball player, and also Mattison Buster, a current Como-Pickton softball player.