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Athlete Spotlight: Falcons Softball Pitching Dynamo Started at Age 7
Senior Pitcher Ashley Ehlers once struck out 20 batters in a game.
Name: Ashley Ehlers
Sport: Softball
Class: Senior
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Position: Pitcher
Key to Awesomeness: Ashley is the Falcons' No. 1 pitcher and one of the most productive hitters. She bats cleanup for the team.
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When did you get started in softball?
When I was a 7-year-old kid, my dad got me involved in little league. I played travel ball with AAU for eight years before making the DHS softball team as a freshman.
What is your favorite thing about softball?
Making friends.
What do you consider your career highlight?
Last year, in one game versus Clearwater, I struck out 20 batters.
What is the most difficult thing about your sport?
The stress of expectations.
What are your plans for college?
I am already on scholarship to pitch at St. Leo University.