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Softball ready to bring home trophy

Colton Barton - Arrow Staff

Senior catcher Sarah Stanhope warms up her arm at a recent practice.

   If you ever asked Gene Boyle, the principal of St. Matthews School, "what softball is," the girls softball coach would comment, "it is a hard nosed, get down and dirty, highly competitive sport."

   Boyle took over as the head coach four years ago with a little hard work in mind.

   "I knew there would be a little building involved," says Boyle.

   Last year, the girls placed third in their conference, and with seven out of nine returning starters this year, the y should be expecting a great season.

   "The seniors were freshmen when I started and so to me, it is kind of a high water mark to get the job done," says coach Boyle.

   "There really isn't a team we couldn't beat," says senior Kristi Burton. "As long as we play well, we can do it."

   This season should be a great one to go out and watch, and well worth it as described by coach Boyle.

   "It's a really high energy sport," says Boyle. "And these girls really know how to play the game and are also a credit to this high school."

   The girls first game is in Helena on April 7th.

   "I don't think we will have a problem," said senior Stephanie Lanfear. "We have a really good and deep team with lot's of experience."

   Their first home game is on Easter Weekend at the Conrad Complex.

  As far as coach Boyle is concerned: "it's time to bring home a trophy to FHS."

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