SPORTS
SOFTBALL: Outfielder Wolsey joins Angelo State
By ERIC VICCARO
bnewssports@sbcglobal.net
Bowie High School senior softball player Petie Wolsey has one distinct advantage on a softball diamond – her speed.
That’s what stood out for Angelo State head softball coach Travis Scott.
Wolsey made it official on Wednesday, coincidentally her 18th birthday, signing a National Letter of Intent to play for the Rambelles beginning with the 2015-16 academic calendar.
“We are excited about adding Petie to our program,” Scott said. “Her athletic abilities, in particular her speed, is something that we feel will allow her to be successful at the next level.”
Scott said Wolsey covers plenty of ground. The coach expects Wolsey to put pressure on opposing teams using her speed on the basepaths.
“I like being fast,” Wolsey said. “I like stealing bases, and getting to the ball fast in the field.”
Wolsey also uses her speed to help the Bowie track and field squad. She’s a sprinter and relay specialist. Read more in the weekend Bowie News.
Petie Wolsey’s family watches as she signs with Angelo State, a Division II school in San Angelo, Texas. Wolsey hopes to use her speed to excel at the collegiate level. Click on the image itself for the complete photo. (News photo by Eric Viccaro)
New Saint Jo Boy’s Basketball Coach Terry McLennan said the school’s family atmosphere is what prompted him to join the Panther family.
“This is an opportunity to be an important program but also part of a great community,” McLennan said. “I’ve been looking to get back to a small town environment like the one I grew up in and played ball and this should do that.”
McLennan played basketball in Hubbard outside of Waco. McLennan comes to town after being the assistant girl’s basketball coach in Grand Prairie.
McLennan contends he’s a defensive style of coach but says his team will focus on intensity.
For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.
New Saint Jo Boy’s Basketball Coach Terry McLennan said the school’s family atmosphere is what prompted him to join the Panther family.
“This is an opportunity to be an important program but also part of a great community,” McLennan said. “I’ve been looking to get back to a small town environment like the one I grew up in and played ball and this should do that.”
McLennan played basketball in Hubbard outside of Waco. McLennan comes to town after being the assistant girl’s basketball coach in Grand Prairie.
McLennan contends he’s a defensive style of coach but says his team will focus on intensity.
For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.
After some coaching time in East Texas, Bret Botard will be the new girl’s basketball coach at Bowie.
Botard said it’s a chance to work with Bowie Athletic Director Tyler Price once again. Price was Botard’s assistant when he coached at Nocona.
“I wanted to get back into the area,” Botard said. “It’s a good community.”
Botard graduated high school in 1995 from Del Valle High School, outside Austin, and went to Texas Tech. He started his coaching career in Lubbock followed by returning to his alma mater where he was an assistant for his high school coach.
For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.
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