40 preseason all-state softball team lead their teams from inside the circle. But make no mistake, all 40 plan to make news for years to come all over the softball diamond.
Pitchers are the name of the game in high school fastpitch softball.
All-State softball team is dominated by pitchers. Recruiters and college coaches as well know that these players can do more than pitch. Most can handle the bat and play other positions with the best. Williams, who is moving toward 700 strikeouts in her career and has more than 50 wins, is a Villanova recruit. Minersville 's Steph Viola and Hazleton Area shortstop Gloria Yablonski, who is presently out of action with a knee injury.