Premier Fastpitch Squad Set For Nationals

Premier Fastpitch Paulson squad.

The Premier Fastpitch 18U Paulson softball team is set for USA/ASA 18U Nationals competition at Bloomington, Indiana this week.

The squad has four area players competing including St. Anthony High School senior Jenna Woltman and Teutopolis graduates Allison Apke, Anni Borries and Kadi Borries.

The team will open play at Twin Lakes Sports Park against the Wisconsin Lightning at noon Tuesday in pool play. Win or lose, the PF Paulson squad will play at 6 p.m.

There are 80 teams entered in the National Tournament from several states.

Woltman plays the outfield, is a catcher and plays utility. She will be attending Butler University following her senior season at St. Anthony.

Apke plays first base, third base and outfield. She will be attending Bradley University.

Anni Borries is a catcher and shortstop. She will be attending Illinois State University while her twin sister Kadi Borries, who pitches, plays second base and the outfield, will also be attending Illinois State University.

The PF Paulson crew captured the State a ASA "A" champioinship during the season along with six other tournament titles. They also have a 38-1 record.