A half a dozen Bulldogs from the softball program picked up accolades on Saturday (June 22) when the Omaha World-Herald announced its All-Nebraska team. Three were also first team All-GPAC choices.
The Concordia softball program placed six student-athletes on the list of 2019 NAIA Scholar-Athletes, as announced on Tuesday (May 28). May graduate Maddie Fousek is now a two-time Scholar-Athlete.
The 2019 Bulldogs won 70 percent of their games and placed third in the GPAC. It was a positive step in the first season of head coach Shawn Semler's tenure. Concordia hopes it's just a start.
Five Bulldogs represented the Concordia softball program on the all-conference teams announced on Wednesday (May 8) by the GPAC. Hhana Haro, Tori Homolka and Brittany Woolridge were all named first team.
The Bulldogs rallied for a walk-off win to keep their season alive in the opening game on Friday (May 3), but they just could not figure out a way to beat Morningside. The season ended with a GPAC tournament defeat.
Concordia put together a nice rally to beat Mount Marty and then had a clunker in the second game of the day as the GPAC tournament got underway. The Bulldogs will return to action on Friday (May 3).
GPAC tournament action is coming up next for the Bulldogs, who are the third seed in the bracket. Concordia hopes to make a run at its first national tournament appearance since 2015.
Camry Moore did it all in game one and then Tori Homolka ended the regular season finale with a loud bang as part of a doubleheader sweep over Dordt on Saturday (April 27). It was senior day for the Bulldogs.
Leave it to GPAC Player of the Year Hhana Haro to light a spark in the Bulldogs. She boosted the team's spirits after a rough game one by hitting two homers in game two for a split versus CSM on Wednesday (April 24).
The Crete duo of Camry Moore and MacKinsey Schmidt played a large role in a 10-2 game one win over Northwestern on Tuesday (April 23). The Bulldogs then dropped game two, 2-1.
While sitting at 2-6 in league play (12-20 overall) in early April, the Bulldogs faced a crossroads in their 2024 season. The Bulldogs responded by winning 10 of their next 11 games in a surge that gave the program a jolt heading into 2025.
The energy and enthusiasm within the Concordia Softball program displays a picture of a group eager to turn the page to 2024. Coach Brock Culler will put to use three returning All-GPAC players, a host of veterans and a talented bunch of newcomers.
Entering year two as head coach, Brock Culler sees a Concordia Softball program on the rise thanks to a mix of key returners and a talented freshman class. Pitching and defense emerged as the team's strengths this fall.
There were flashes of brilliance and moments that hinted at brighter days to come for the Concordia Softball program. Seniors who were part of the '21 national tournament team left a lasting legacy and the sophomore group made its presence known.
Caitlyn McGarvie has no problem selling the experience Concordia has to offer. She's thrived on the softball diamond while pursuing her aspirations of becoming a pharmacist. Even more special, Caitlyn has shared a Concordia bond with her brother DJ.
There are quite a few unknowns heading into the 2023 season, but Concordia Softball has taken on an upbeat and optimistic approach. Head Coach Brock Culler has brought passion and enthusiasm while getting accustomed to his new role.
Head Coach Brock Culler's enthusiasm for his new role comes across in obvious fashion. The Bulldogs began to form their identity for 2023 as Culler and the student-athletes have taken to the diamond while getting to know one another.
A run to the 2021 national tournament preceded a 2022 season of ups and downs for Concordia Softball. The Bulldogs finished up at 23-24 overall and in a tie for sixth place in the GPAC under Coach Tatum Edwards.
Camry has been all that and 'Moore' for Concordia Softball. The Crete High School product entered the program with incredibly high expectations and has delivered. Moore is ready to soak up one more season with the Bulldogs.
Concordia Softball will look a bit different in 2022 as Tatum Edwards begins her first season as head coach and the Bulldogs replace five starters. Leadership will come from veteran all-conference performers such as Camry Moore and Kylee Nixon.