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Jackie Bednar '17 Recruiting Profile
ClubChicago Out Burst
Height5'4"
Weight160lbs
Age25
Primary PositionCatcher
Secondary Position3rd Base
Dominant HandRight
Over Hand Throw Velocity61
Pop Time1.65
Grip Strength78
Ball Exit Speed (from bat)63
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Jackie Bednar 2017 C
October 2014Personal Statement
Hello
I am a Junior (2017) from Prospect Heights, IL and I am very interested in playing college softball. I am looking for a school that has strong academics in addition to a good softball program. Last season I was starting Varsity catcher, and earned the Most Improved Varsity Player award for 2015. I have played every position on the field, including pitcher. I think knowing how to pitch makes me a better catcher. I have been playing softball as long as I can remember, and starting playing full-time travel at 10U. I am a power hitter, with a very strong batting average. For academics, I currently have a 4.8/5.0 grade point average at a top ranked high school and plan on studying science, engineering or possibly something in the medical field. For other interests, I’m also a varsity cheerleader and volunteer my time for community service through our school’s Service Over Self group. I’m very focused, and a hard worker, seeking to do my best. I enjoy being part of a team and try to be confident and encouraging to others.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #44
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #44
- 2014 Freshman Team
- Starter- Jersey: #11
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 7 seasons
- 2016 Chicago Out Burst (16/18U)
- Pennsbury NFCA, Pennsbury NFCA Northeast Academic, Colorado Sparklers
- 2015 Chicago Out Burst (16U)
- Pennsbury, Sparks, Dayton, St Charles, Elgin, St Louis, ASA Nationals. Personal: Riseball-NY, Headfirst Honor Roll - NY, Extreme Dimension Exposure - NJ, Showball LV
- 2014 Chicago Out Burst (16U)
- Fall 2014: Oct 11-12 Let's Play For You Showcase, Oct 17-19 Sparks Pumpkinfest, Oct 24-26 St Louis Showcase,
- 2013 Chicago Outburst (14U)
- 2012 Chicago Out Burst (12U)
- 2011 Arlington Patriots (11U)
- 2010 Des Plaines Dynamo (10U)
Coach References
- Travel / Club Coach
- Eileen Macey
- High School Head Coach
- Molly Freeman
- High School Assistant Coach
- Catherine Zaworski
Events
- Camp/Event
- Let's Play for U
- 10/08/16 to 10/09/16
- Chicago Outburst 18u Team S3. 10/8 5:00 P.M. Field 5, 6:30 P.M. Field 6, 8:00 P.M. Field 7 -- 10/9 2:00 P.M Field3, 3:30 P.M. Field3
- Camp/Event
- Sparks Invitational College Showcase
- 7/14/16 to 7/17/16
- Chicago Out Burst Schedule – Team D6 7/14 Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Field 1 7/14 Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Field 10 7/15 Friday, 3:30 p.m. Field 5 7/15 Friday, 8:00 p.m. Field 1 7/16 Saturday, 3:30 p.m. Field 1 7/16 Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Field 8 7/17 Sunday 8:00 a.m. Field 9
- Camp/Event
- Stars & Stripes Betcher College Showcase
- 7/07/16 to 7/10/16
- Chicago Out Burst is team K1. Games Thursday 7/7 Field 4 @ 3:00 p.m., Field 2 @ 6:30 p.m. Games Friday Field 4 @ 8:00 a.m. , Field 1 @ 1:15 Pm Games Saturday Field 1 @ 1:30 p.m.
- Camp/Event
- St Louis Sofball Showcase
- 10/23/15 to 10/25/15
- Camp/Event
- Sparks Pumpkinfest
- 10/17/15 to 10/18/15
- Camp/Event
- ASA Nationals
- 7/24/15 to 7/26/15
- Camp/Event
- Sparks Invitational College Showcase
- 7/16/15 to 7/19/15
- Camp/Event
- PGF MIDWEST SHOWCASE
- 7/09/15 to 7/12/15
- Camp/Event
- Gem City Showdown
- 7/03/15 to 7/05/15
- Camp/Event
- Heartland GIRLS A.S.A. FASTPITCH SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
- 6/26/15 to 6/28/15
- Won National Bid undefeated until Championship game came up short 3-5
- Camp/Event
- Extreme Dimension Exposure Camp
- 6/23/15 to 6/23/15
- Camp/Event
- NFCA Pennsbury Classic Camp & Tournament
- 6/18/15 to 6/21/15
- Camp/Event
- NFCA Northeast Academic Camp at Pennsbury
- 6/17/15 to 6/17/15
- Camp/Event
- 9th Queen of the Diamonds PGF Showcase
- 6/11/15 to 6/14/15
- Camp/Event
- PGF Regional Qualifier
- 6/05/15 to 6/07/15
- Camp/Event
- St Louis Showcase
- 10/24/14 to 10/26/14
- Camp/Event
- Sparks Pumpkinfest
- 10/17/14 to 10/19/14
- Camp/Event
- ASA 14A Nationals
- 7/30/14 to 8/03/14
- Camp/Event
- NCFA Recruiting Camp
- 7/10/14 to 7/10/14
- Camp/Event
- UIC Catching & Hitting Camp
- 6/17/14 to 6/19/14
- Camp/Event
- Let's Play For U
- 6/12/14 to 6/12/14
- Camp/Event
- Scout Regional Showcase
- Camp/Event
- Belcher DiMarini - Let's Play for You
Training
- Weight Training
- 3 years
- Connor Flahive
Statistics
| Statistic | 2014 Freshman Team |
|---|---|
| BA | 0.612 |
| GP | 21 |
| AB | 67 |
| H | 41 |
| 2B | 15 |
| 3B | 3 |
| HR | 2 |
| Slug% | 1.015 |
| OB% | 0.653 |
Academics
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Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors Math - Geometry, Adv Algebra & Pre-Calculus, Honors Language - Spanish, Honors Science - ChemistryAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Physics (11) AP US History (11) AP English Language & Composition (11) AP Biology (12) AP Calculus (12) AP Psychology (12)Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- AwardsNational Honor Society High Honor Roll, Four Semester High Honors,
- ActivitiesVarsity Cheerleading, Ski & Snowboard Club, Service Over Self, National Honor Society
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