Davidson, an All-SEC First Team honoree, not only set MSUs freshman homerun record but broke the single-season home run record, closing the inaugural season with 19. PLAYING CAREER Starkville. Oklahoma has one of the NCAAs most storiedsoftball programs. pic.twitter.com/2Ct62v33uY, I never let them know they were beating me down because I know any weakness I showed brought a smile to their face. Today, I came out to the field to get a pic celebrating @HailStateSB & Alex and this angel landed about 5 feet from meHi Alex, nice to meet you #GeauxTeal pic.twitter.com/I2FSLEEOkc, Gwen Svekis (@g_svekis) September 14, 2018, (article originally published September 28, 2018 on Extra Inning Softball). 24 Arkansas. Conference regular season champion In her eight seasons, Stuedeman led the Bulldogs to seven NCAA Regional appearances and a 7-14 record in posotseason play, though State had broken through and made it to the championship rounds of the Regionals for the first time in each of the last two seasons. Learn how your comment data is processed. She will be forever missed., Tonight with heavy hearts we are saddened by the loss of one of our very own in Alex Wilcox, MSU Director of Athletics John Cohen said. Athletic Administration Building , Leo Seal Jr. Football Complex , Newell-Grissom Building , Mike Sanders Track Complex , Mize Pavilion at Humphrey Coliseum , MSU Golf Practice Facility , Palmeiro Center , Templeton Athletic Academic Center , Associate Head Softball Coach/Recruiting Coordinator. "We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. They played a total of 23 games against Top 5 opponents and 16 against 2015 WCWS teams. Ricketts had a similar streak in her first season as head coach when Mississippi State went 25-3 in 2020 before the pandemic. "We appreciate her efforts and contributions to the program. Theyre excited, Stuedeman said. One impactful and poignant tournament youll want to mark on your calendar will be the Alex Wilcox Classic which will be played next June 25-29 at three venues the Boombah Sports Complex, Boombah Soldiers Field and the Seminole County Sports Complex in Seminole County, Florida. Hometown: Vestavia Hills, Ala. Ricketts knows what it takes to reach that level because she was part of it. With a 1-0 shutout over sixth-seeded Texas A&M on May 9, 2018, Stuedeman and the Bulldogs earned the program first SEC Tournament game since 2005. MSU never hosted a Regional under Stuedeman, however. Last Monday was our first day to do some strength and conditioning. Originally published September 17, 2018 on Extra Inning Softball. Prior to the NCAA Tournament, Stuedeman led the Bulldogs to their 12th Southeastern Conference Tournament berth with 12 SEC wins, the most for MSU since 2008. Experts pick NCAA Softball Tournament super regional winners, How Mississippi State softball went from underdogs to first-time NCAA super regional hosts, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The 2013 Bulldogs were named an Easton Team of the Year, joining Womens College World Series participants Florida and Texas. 2023 www.clarionledger.com. Conference tournament champion, Stuedeman is a 1990 graduate of Vestavia Hills High School in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Although #14 ranked Mississippi State won easily 56-10 over Louisiana Lafayette at home to run its record to 3-0, there was much more to the evening than just another Bulldogs win. Holly Ward is a former Mississippi State softball star. Pitts Tennis Centre , Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field , Dudy Noble Field/Polk-DeMent Stadium , Holliman Athletic Center , John H. Bryan Sr. This is Brentt Eads of Extra Inning Softball our hearts are heavy tonight as we learned of the passing of Alex Wilcox, a fantastic softball player who I was privileged to cover when she was with the Birmingham Thunderbolts. Mississippi State (37-25)is hosting postseason play this weekend as Arizona (36-20) comes to Starkville for super regionals. As an assistant coach since 2001, Stuedeman helped the Crimson Tide go 579-150 from 2000-11 (.794), including a sparkling 243-70 record inside the SEC. Here, through twitter posts, is the telling of the events leading up to the game and halftime tribute courtesy of the HailStateSB twitter feed. 60Alex Wilcox P Birmingham Thunderbolts (Mississippi State) . Owen was joined on the squad by Logan Foulks and Sam Lenahan. Softball vs Dartmouth March 3, 2023 12:30 PM. Silkwood set the MSU freshman record for strikeouts in a season with 167 and set the rookie single-game record with 13 whiffs against Texas Southern in the NCAA Tournament. Mississippi State Softball Team Goes 3-2 in the TaxAct Clearwater Invitational. Assistant Coach / Softball darren.harmon15@gmail.com: 601.951.1272 601.951.1272: 2023 Softball Support Staff. Vann Stuedeman (born September 11, 1972) is currently an assistant coach at Illinois. 19 Georgia and No. The purpose of the Alex Wilcox Classic, according to its organizers, is to honor and raise money in the memory of Alex Wilcox, a beloved player who played for the Birmingham Thunderbolts and Mississippi State University before succumbing to ovarian cancer in June at the age of 18. And may we someday soon find a cure for the awful disease that took her from us way too soon. Softball News Coaches . That fight ultimately took her life in the summer of 2018. In . The Bulldogs hosted Florida last week and wore teal uniforms while the Gators sported teal warmup tops. One random day I get a message, and I thought that would be perfect for me, Stuedeman said. Here is my story. In 2011, Stuedeman tutored the pitching staff to a 1.69 ERA, a 53-10 record and third-place finish at the Womens College World Series. Montes got the ball rolling earlier this week when she told of her experiences at the SWAC school. Check out our TLI article on the 4:28 Wall Sit Challenge inspired by Alex! It will forever carry her name and when young players down the road ask who the tournament is named after, Alexs story will be told. She is the former head coach of the Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs softball team, which represents Mississippi State University in the Southeastern Conference. She recorded three hits in her 15 at bats, including her first collegiate hit against UMass Lowell in March. The two selections are tied for the most in a year in MSU history. Three months after her passing, Will Tomasello and Legacy Event Management announced the creation of the Alex Wilcox Classic which is taking place this weekend click HERE for more information on the event. Pitts Tennis Centre , Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field , Dudy Noble Field/Polk-DeMent Stadium , Holliman Athletic Center , John H. Bryan Sr. Davidson was the first Bulldog to win Freshman of the Year since two-time All-American Courtney Bures brought home the honor in 2005. Mississippi State had the No. The official 2023 Softball Roster for the Mississippi Valley State . 19 Georgia, where she went 7-for-10 (.700) with 14 RBI, four home runs (two grand slams), four runs scored, a scorching 1.900 slugging percentage and a .667 OBP. After playing the first 15 games on the road, the Bulldogs played their first game of the season at Nusz Park and made it count for a 9-2 victory over the Delta Devils. Pitts Tennis Centre , Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field , Dudy Noble Field/Polk-DeMent Stadium , Holliman Athletic Center , John H. Bryan Sr. And as the coach stepped off bus and onto the maroon carpet leading into the ballpark, the ring of cowbells echoed along with the cheers of the crowds. Former Mississippi State DL Chris Jones reflects on Super Bowl LVII Kensi Brandenburg 2/15/2023 Provided by Cowbell Corner on FanNation Kansas City Chiefs DL Chris Jones shares his thoughts. Softball. I do have good memories from Valley, she said, but all of my good memories are not from softball.. The staff included a pair of All-American pitchers in Kelsi Dunne and Jackie Traina. Individually, Stuedeman coached Stephanie Becker to a career year. This wicked disease may have won the battle today, but in Alexs name and for her legacy, I hope we can see the day that humanity wins the war over cancers of all kinds. The campaign is a joint effort of LSU head coach Beth Torina and MSU head coach Samantha Ricketts and was approved at the SEC coaches meetings in the fall of 2019 before being put on hold when the 2020 season was canceled. "We are grateful to Vann for eight years of service to Mississippi State softball," MSU Athletic Director John Cohen said in a statement. She became the first player in school history to hit four home runs in an SEC weekend series and the first to hit a grand slam in back-to-back games. total: 11th (AVG), 1-6, 5-12 (never gotten past the regional, won more than 1 game for the first time in 2018) Updated to add- Vann has been fired today. Experts pick NCAA Softball Tournament super regional winners, RISE OF THE BULLDOGS:How Mississippi State softball went from underdogs to first-time NCAA super regional hosts. Head Coach, Mississippi State, 2011-Present She has led the Lady Bulldogs to NCAA Tournament appearances in seven of her eight years as head coach. The Bulldogs are continuing their #NoOneFightsAlone campaign in 2020, wearing teal uniforms during midweek games." Alex Wilcox was one I got to cover when she was both at the high school and club level and, very early on, I was impressed with her bright personality and constant smile. Story Links ARLINGTON - UT Arlington head softball coach Kara Dill has announced the addition of former Mississippi State standout and Long Beach City College assistant coach Fa Leilua (FAH lay-Loo-ah) to join her inaugural staff as an assistant coach. Despite some struggles, the team still showcased extreme grit and toughness while playing in the toughest conference in the NCAA, as the SEC finished 2016 with the highest RPI among conference teams. A night we will never forget, for a special angel we will always remember. The grace and beauty that she put forward while suffering this horrific disease was truly remarkable and nothing short of heroic. "I have enjoyed working with the student-athletes and seeing them develop into strong young women. They did everything they did to us simply because they gain satisfaction from being cruel to us, she wrote of the two coaches. Our hearts are broken for her family and all of those that loved her so dearly. Fans gathered in anticipation of Mississippi States return after winning its first regional titleSunday. 4/4 Tennessee, Silkwood was named the April 21 SEC Pitcher of the Week as well as the Feb. 17 and March 3 SEC Freshman of the Week. Beloved softball player Alex Wilcox, who passed away in June from ovarian cancer, was honored at the football game in multiple ways including the retiring of her #8 which will never be worn again as an MSU softball jersey number. Turns out, Stuedeman was looking for a job within the states teacherretirement system. Fri, Mar 3 - 12:30 PM. pic.twitter.com/T4PGX5yDeO, Mississippi State Football (@HailStateFB) September 16, 2018. PLEASE get MVSU Softball the help they need! Feb 17 - Softball. She was an All-Big 12 selection four times and a two-time All-American. Camp Preview: New York Lady Nightmares Bring ODM Testing to Long Island on Sat. ITTA BENA, Miss. It was only the fourth time in program history having three or more selections. "Her knowledge and passion to develop hitters will elevate our . Wilcox signed with the Bulldogs in 2016. STARKVILLE - Mississippi State Director of Athletics John Cohen announced Tuesday that Vann Stuedeman will not return as head coach of the Bulldog softball program. She's our guardian angel. "We are grateful to Vann for eight years of service to Mississippi State softball," Cohen said. After spending two seasons at UWA, Stuedeman went to the University of Alabama-Huntsville for three years as an assistant for her sister, Les Stuedeman, and worked with pitchers and outfielders. Stuedeman has only dropped two games to in-state foes during her tenure, while winning seven of her nine meetings with Ole Miss. Wilcoxs constant positivity and determination throughout her battle drew support and praise from legends in the softball community like Olympians Michele Smith and Jessica Mendoza. 17 Auburn, No. Offensively in her first year, Stuedeman oversaw a lineup that set a then-school record for single-season walks (202), while finishing in the top 10 in runs, home runs, slugging percentage and stolen bases. As I wrote in the Story of the Year tribute to Alex: There are some stories you cover and then there are athletes you get to know and root for. She had a 69-127 conference record. Stuedeman led the Mississippi State . During the campaign, Stuedeman guided her squad to four wins versus top-five opponents in the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) poll. 5 UCLA in its opening weekend, losing to each in five innings by a combined 17 runs. Also, I knew Alex when she was a Top 100 high school and club player in the Class of 2017; she was a multi-talented player in the Birmingham Thunderbolts organization and was ranked as high as #5 in the country at one point. The Fall Showcase season is upon us and the next three months will be packed with wall-to-wall events across the country, but its not too early to start planning for the Summer of 2019. Fully buying into Stuedemans system paid dividends at the end of the year, when the Bulldogs won 14 of their last 20 contests, including a 12-game winning streak from April 10 - May 4, 2012. According to the Mississippi Valley State basketball website, Rucker was on the Delta Devils roster during the 2018-19 season in which he started 12 of 24 regular-season games that year. Stuedeman returned the call. Seitz became the sixth freshman in program history to earn all-region honors, the initial under Stuedeman and the first since Kaili Smith in 2009. COACHING CAREER Also read: 'I had suicidal thoughts:' Ex-Mississippi Valley State softball players detail alleged verbal abuse by coaches [1], On July 16, 2019, it was announced that Vann Stuedeman would not return as head coach. What brings me solace is knowing that she already knew that, for she was a bright light in life and, best of all, her memory will never be forgotten. I talked to my principal the morning our other coach resigned. The Mississippi State Bulldogs softball team represents Mississippi State University in NCAA Division I college softball. Feb 18 - Softball. Alex always had a smile on her face and a positive attitude. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. She succeeded, increasing the Bulldogs fielding percentage from 2011 to 2012 by nine points (.954 to .963). 20 Missouri, No. Stuedeman guided the pitching staff to a pair of no-hitters in 2013, the most by the program in a year since tossing four in 2006. We will move forward immediately with a national search to identify our next head coach." Outside the SEC, Stuedeman was dominant. March 11. Huntington College, 1991-94. We all eagerly waited for her to return to full health and, after joining the Mississippi State softball program, Alex never gave up and we just knew she would beat this, because how could someone so full of life ever lose hers? The right-hander struck out 331 batters and held opponents to a school-record .146 average. She thought it was a long shot but took the chance just the same. Everyone rooted for her and she battled and battled the insidious disease. The total finished fifth in school history, as did MSUs 5.41 strikeouts per seven innings average. Lee, she claims, would call and harass her even when she was home in Texas during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Birmingham, Ala., area native graduated in 1994 from Huntingdon College, where she helped the Hawks to two third-place finishes at the national tournament (1992 and 1994). Carr has gone from player to highly-respected professional and she's pretty much done it all in . 2 Florida State and Arizona. StubHub: Buy/Sell Mississippi State Tickets, Hail State Rewards (Students & Recent Grads), A.J. One of the many highlights of the 2017 campaign came from Feb. 17 March 10, as the Bulldogs reeled off 16-straight victories to tie a school record. Stuedemans 2014 edition really took off, earning a program third-best 39 victories and an MSU second-best eight wins against ranked opponents. Fill out this form to be on Extra Inning Softball notifications list and be the first to get important updates and news specifically for coaches. Get the most important Softball stories delivered straight to your inbox. It was almost as if my coaches want to constantly embarrass me in front of my teammates, calling me out about my personal life because they had a problem with me being friends with people outside of the softball program then proceeded to bully my friends that were not in the softball program., Montes claimed that the coaches would find any reason to embarrass her. (WJTV) - Several Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) softball players are speaking out on social media about issues they have with their coaches and the program that l 8 jersey, making her the first female student-athlete in Mississippi State history to receive the honor. She closed the season with a 1.43 earned run average, which ranked 23rd in the country, while her nine shutouts finished 17th nationally en route to NFCA All-South Region Second Team honors. That's exactly what Lena Elkins, a former Nitro High School standout, did as a freshman pitcher for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 49ers against St. Johns on Feb. 17, winning by . Below are some images of many who participated. Individually, Stuedeman helped Caroline Seitz to selections as a Top 25 Finalist for the inaugural NFCA Freshman of the Year Award and NFCA All-South Region First Team honors. It was the longest streak since a school-record 16-consecutive contests to begin the 2006 season. Success continued for Stuedemans pitching staff in 2016, as State tallied 305 strikeouts. By submitting my information, I agree to the, Replay: Iowa Vs. Mississippi State | FAU Paradise Classic, Replay: Stony Brook Vs. Mississippi State | FAU Paradise Classic, Replay: Mississippi State Vs. Iowa | FAU Paradise Classic, College Softball Rankings Roundup As 2023 Season Begins. Stuedeman helped Owen earn a spot on the NFCA All-South Region Second Team at the end of the year. [3][4], National champion We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Tyler Bratton spent nine seasons as an assistant coach with the Mississippi State softball program after joining the staff in December of 2013. Mississippi State softball coach Vann Stuedeman will not return for her ninth season in Starkville, a report from Rounding Third Softballfirst reported. I said it was probably a long shot but Im going to at least make the phone call and see what happens, Cook said. But it helped MSU prepare for a brutal SEC schedule, highlighted by wins against No. Fill out the form below to verify that youre part of the Extra Elite! Below are several stories I was fortunate to be part of over the last year youll see in them how great of a reach Alex had even in her short, but accomplished, life of 18 years, Originally published June 25, 2018 on Extra Inning Softball. Stuedemans club took on the third-toughest schedule in the nation, which featured five of its eight conference series coming against 2015 Womens College World Series participants, while two others came against 2015 NCAA Super Regional participants. He was elevated to associate head coach on July 1, 2022, and will enter his 10th year with the program in 2023. I cried to my parents and told them that if they went back, I would end up killing myself.Former Mississippi Valley State catcher Lacy Wilburn quit the team following her junior season. Owen established the single-game Mississippi State record for strikeouts with 16 against SIU-Edwardsville on Feb. 24 and was selected as the March 5 CollegeSportsMadness.com National Pitcher of the Week. The color representing ovarian cancer is teal and that color was prominently displayed as players and teams not just in the SEC but around the country wore ribbons, jerseys, gloves and other items to remember the former athlete. Moore was 9 of 15 . Despite being in the midst of chemotherapy treatments, Wilcox appeared in eight contests with three starts over her freshman season. Kudos also to Hail State Productions for the beautiful videos produced in Alexs honor #NoOneFightsAlone, And, heads up, you may well want to have a tissue or two handy. Head Coach. The 2016 Bulldogs tallied 15 sacrifice flies, which tied for fourth-most in program history. Mississippi State's Bri Bower prepares to deliver a pitch during Tuesday's softball game against Mississippi Valley State. Its one of those things you dont even know is going to be an option, and all of a sudden the opportunity is placed in front of you.. Mississippi State made a regional in each of Vann Steudemans final three seasons at the helm before Ricketts was promotedfrom assistant head coach. I so regret not following up sooner, mainly because I wanted to do something on Alex paying tribute to her so she could read it and know how much people loved her. Entering the year, the Bulldogs had won five games in program history versus top-five opponents. This is where it became personal for me and involves a regret I will always have, one Ive never spoken about publicly before. "I talked to my principal the . The Bulldogs are continuing their #NoOneFightsAlone campaign in 2020, wearing teal uniforms during midweek games.. "We are grateful to Vann for eight years of service to Mississippi State softball," Cohen said. Rounding out the individual honors was center fielder Amanda Ivy, who reeled off one highlight play after another in the outfield to earn All-SEC Defensive Team honors. Alex is the player in the Top 100 we are rooting for the most if only because shes had the most adversity of anyone in the 2017 class. Also named NFCA All-South Region Second Team, Davidson exploded on the scene and ranked as one of the best sluggers in the nation and finished as one of the top 10 finalists for Schutt Sports/NFCA National Freshman of the Year. The website for teams who want to apply for entry in the event is live at www.AlexWilcoxClassic.com and many of the top teams from around the nation, particularly the South are expected to participate, including the 2018 PGF 18U Premier National Champion Georgia Impact-Lewis team. Feb 19 - Softball. #NoOneFightsAlone | #HailState pic.twitter.com/KM5J7Wqfsm, Mississippi State Softball (@HailStateSB) June 25, 2019, Below are thoughts and stories weve presented over the last year regarding Alex and her impact, Originally published December 27, 2018 on Extra Inning Softball. She sparkled during the fall season, displaying her ability at the plate with home run power. Head Coach, East Limestone County HS, 1999-2000 Bulldogs Lose Late Battle To No. Phelps previously. Stuedeman coached six All-American pitchers with 11 All-America and All-SEC honors while in Tuscaloosa. 10 Arizona 6-3 at the Eddie C. Moore Complex in . Alumni Chapter Rebels Choice Awards Student-Athlete Development Financial Management Mission Statement Staff University of Mississippi Alumni Association Chancellor Employment Traditions RebelVision Live Stats Radio/TV Affiliates SiriusXM Satellite Radio YouTube . Tuscaloosa County High School softball coach Taylor Cook suddenly found herself without a key member of her staff pitching coach Blake Gray when, in late July, Gray accepted a job as head softball coach at Austin-Decatur. SEC Softball: Team-By-Team Preview: Can The Hogs Get To Oklahoma City? The former Mississippi State head coach spent nearly two decades in the SEC, also serving as an assistant coach at Alabama prior to her arrival in Champaign. Heres a nice video feature honoring her when she first learned of the cancer and yet still helped her Brantley High team win a third state title: Heres the release issued tonight by Mississippi State Softball on HailState.com; photos of Alex at MSU courtesy of HailState.com also. Along with her 15 wins and 108 strikeouts, Stuedeman helped Silkwood become one of the nations top closers in 2017, as she recorded five saves (1st in SEC, 8th in NCAA). https://t.co/O2YC9JCn5H#HailState | #NoOneFightsAlone pic.twitter.com/YWQhE5skNt, Mississippi State Softball (@HailStateSB) March 23, 2021, Thank you @SEC and the rest of the @NCAAsoftball community for uniting around #AllForAlex and honoring her legacy!#NoOneFightsAlone pic.twitter.com/DjZD3eQOQB, Mississippi State Softball (@HailStateSB) March 21, 2021, Originally posted June 6, 2020 on Extra Inning Softball. She ranked . Mississippi State softball rallied around Wilcox throughout the 2018 season with its No One Fights Alone campaign as the program wore teal uniforms during midweek contests to spread awareness for ovarian cancer and Wilcoxs fight. Division regular season and conference tournament champion It was my first day to see her in action with softball. Illini softball head coach Tyra Perry has announced the addition of softball veteran Vann Stuedeman as Illinois' next pitching coach on Aug. 25, 2022. 4/4 Tennessee on April 18. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It was exactly what I was looking for. Former Mississippi State defensive line coach Jeff Phelps is joining the North Dakota State Bison to replace Kody Morgan, according to a report from ESPN's Pete Thamel. The Mississippi State softball family will strive to humbly honor her warrior mentality and faith-filled heart. The two SEC Pitcher of the Week awards marked the third-straight year with such an honoree, the longest stretch for the program since 2001-04. Assistant Athletic Trainer (Softball) alicia.murch@usm.edu. Former Mississippi Valley softball players say they suffered under head coach Brittany Tillery and assistant Lee Smith. mississippi valley state softballNitro Acoustic. 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