Introduction :)

Hi Hillcat fans!

My name is Ashlie Fauchier and I'm this year’s blogger for the Hillcats Softball team. I just wanted to introduce myself and let you know a little about me and the softball program.

I am from Choctaw, OK. I have been here at RSU since my freshman year as the starting shortstop. I am a junior on and off the field and majoring in Elementary Education through the Cameron program here on campus. I am one of eight returners from last year and I couldn't imagine playing anywhere else. I chose Rogers State for multiple reasons. For one, the beautiful campus. When my mom and I came on my visit we were coming up the hill towards campus and my mom turned to me and said," uh oh!" I asked why she said that and she replied, "This is it!" I guess she was right. But, the campus was not the only reason. I highly admire Coach Dicus and the program he has built at RSU. After meeting with him and touring the campus RSU was most definitely the place for me. Going on my third year, I still love it here!

But enough about me. Let’s get to the good stuff, my team! This year we have a lot of new faces. We have five freshman, one new sophomore, and eight new juniors. But, I couldn't be more excited. Between the 22 of us we have a great amount of talent. I can't wait for season to start in February! Until then it's grind time all the time. We started 6ams yesterday with Coach Renault. They can be killer, but we know all the pain and soreness will all be worth it when we get that National Championship! After Fall Break we will start workouts in the afternoons as well. Which includes hitting, throwing, running, and of course the pool. Yes, I said the pool. While in the pool we tread water, swim, run, and swing under water. It seems a little weird I know, but it helps a lot with soreness from 6 ams and builds strength.

Well, that's a little look inside a Hillcat softball player’s life and me and who I am. I'm excited to start blogging and updating everyone on what’s going on with the team. If you ever have any questions don't be afraid to ask. :)

Ashlie Fauchier #3