When did you first play: sophomore year of high school.

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Coaches comments: Over the past four years, Ella has played JV and varsity for the Crimson Bears. When she began coming to open gyms as a freshman, we knew she was fast and quickly decided to turn her into a slapper. She also decided after her freshman year that she wanted to be a pitcher. Learning to slap and pitch during high school is not an easy task, but she found a way to be successful at it. Ella has grown as a player and person over these past four years. She has literally found her voice and is not afraid to use it! Ella has a bright future ahead of her because she is willing to put in the work to accomplish her goals and dreams while always smiling and helping others around her. We wish Ella the best in everything she decides to do. We will miss Ella and she will be hard to replace. Especially that beautiful voice and willingness to sing the national anthem on short notice.

JADELA SAETERN – Manager

What makes softball special?: The friendships, country wise email marketing list memories and laughter that have been made throughout the season.


Favorites: food – ANYTHING…I eat anything and everything; song/music – anything but country; book – horror or thriller; movie – horror movies; player/team – Honestly I have too many favorites, I can’t pick; school class – forensics science; pastimes/hobbies – reading.

About Juneau: I just moved from Wasilla eight months ago, but so far I like how much warmer it is here compared to Wasilla.

After high school: After high school I plan on attending the University of Alaska Anchorage to major in criminology and criminal justice.

Advice to young players/students: Have heart and never give up on yourself.

Thank yous: I would like to thank my friends and family for supporting me throughout the seasons even after my injury.

Coaches comments: JJ came to us during her senior year. She moved to Juneau from Wasilla and began coming to our open gyms on a regular basis. She was coming off a serious injury and we were excited to have her join our team. After a week of practice, we all realized that her foot had not healed completely and she would not be able to play. We were bummed that she was going to miss out because she had become part of our team and we were going to miss her. Luckily, she wanted to stay on as a manager. JJ is one of the three managers we have this season. While we have not had managers before, we will never go again without them. JJ is always at practice and willing to help with anything we need. From hanging banners to organizing gear to assisting in drills; JJ is always helpful with a positive attitude. Even though we have only known JJ for a short time, she is still a Crimson Bear and we will miss her next year as she returns to Anchorage to go to college. We wish her all the best and know that she will find success in anything she strives for.