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NPF Draft - 1 Kelly Barnhill Selected First in 2019 NPF College Draft presented by Park Planet ASHVILLE, TN.-Kelly Barnhill, pitcher from the University of Florida, was the first selec- tion by the Chicago Bandits Nin the 2019 National Pro Fastpitch Draft presented by Park Planet. She followed pitcher Paige Lowary as the No. 1 overall pick for the Bandits, who took the pitcher from the University of Oklahoma with the top pick last year. Amanda Lorenz, outfielder and first baseman from the University of Florida, was selected second overall by the USSSA Pride, with Sydney Romero, infielder from the University USSSA Pride GM, Don DeDonatis and Bandits’ coach, Lauren The Mayor of Rosemont Village, IL., Brad Stephens proudly of Oklahoma, Alyssa DiCarlo, shortstop Lappin. Lauren was a former Pride player. announces the 2019 NPF College Draft’s #1 pick, Kelly Barnhill of the University of Florida. from the University of Georgia and Amanda Sanchez, third baseman from Louisiana State University, rounding out the first round. “We really had to think about who we just couldn’t stand missing out on, and Kelly Barnhill is a special pitcher. She’s the best pitcher coming out of college,” Bandits head coach Lauren Lappin said. “She’s going to be able to do things in the pro league to really elevate her game. We’re excited about adding her. She’s performed on the The draft broadcast was hosted by Chuckie Kempf and Barb Cheri Kempf and Barb Jordan reflect after the successful highest level of the college game, so Jordan. event. when it came down to it, she was a league. nity to pursue a professional career in no-brainer for us to grab at No.1.” “It’s a new road. The pitchers are going fastpitch softball beyond their colle- “The draft is such a special event for to have to learn to pitch against a very giate and amateur success. The NPF us. It’s our group together in a non- dense line-up and experienced line- affiliate teams consist of the Aussie competitive environment in terms of up,” said Kempf, who said maturity is Peppers, Beijing Shougang Eagles, play. I’m also a fan of college softball, a strength in the league. “They have to Chicago Bandits, Cleveland Comets so I love knowing these players are get used to that and settle in. It’s inter- and USSSA Pride for the 2018 season. thrilled to hear their names called. For esting and fun to watch.” National Pro Fastpitch players hail all of softball, it’s very special,” NPF from the United States, Australia, About National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) Commissioner Cheri Kempf said. Canada and China; among them are National Pro Fastpitch (NPF), an the most accomplished and talented Kempf said she expects some amazing Official Development Partner of Major athletes in the sport of women’s soft- performances from this year’s draft League Baseball since 2004, provides ball. class once they settle into the pro elite female athletes with an opportu- T 6 COAST O COAST Big Time Softball NPF Draft - 2 Behind the scenes at the well-organized draft. Cleveland Comets (l to r): Craig Stout, Stephen Dunn and Beijing Eagles’ contingency Ryan Keur and Daytona Tortugas Chicago Bandits’ Toni Calmeyn Rolando Guerro, Head Coach. President Yang Liu, GM Beijing Eagles. First Round 13. Aussie Peppers Nicole Newman pitcher Drake University University of University of 1. Chicago Bandits Kelly Barnhill pitcher 14. Chicago Bandits Abbey Cheek utility Florida Kentucky outfielder/first University of Ohio State 2. USSSA Pride Amanda Lorenz 15. Cleveland Comets Lilli Piper shortstop baseman Florida University University of Fourth Round 3. USSSA Pride Sydney Romero infielder Oklahoma Ohio State 16. Cleveland Comets Emily Clark catcher/utility University of University 4. Chicago Bandits Alyssa DiCarlo shortstop Georgia Beijing Shougang University of 17. Morgan Podany outfielder Louisiana State Eagles Auburn 5. Cleveland Comets Amanda Sanchez third baseman University Texas A&M 18. Aussie Peppers Riley Sartain infielder Second Round University University of University of 6. Cleveland Comets Taylor McQuillin pitcher 19. Chicago Bandits Katie Reed shortstop Arizona Kentucky Beijing Shougang infielder/ University of University of 7. Kendall Veach 20. USSSA Pride Shay Knighten infielder Eagles catcher Auburn Oklahoma University of Fifth Round 8. Aussie Peppers Taran Alvelo pitcher Washington University of 21. Aussie Peppers Tara Trainer pitcher University of Indiana 9. Chicago Bandits Caleigh Clifton infielder Oklahoma Beijing Shougang University of 22. Bree Fornis outfielder pitcher/ James Madison Eagles Auburn 10. USSSA Pride Megan Good infielder University University of 23. Cleveland Comets Makayla Martin pitcher Third Round Auburn Florida State pitcher/first University of 11. Cleveland Comets Meghan King pitcher 24. Chicago Bandits Savannah Heebner University baseman Houston Beijing Shougang University of University of 12. Casey McCrackin infielder 25. 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Three primary partners are slated to distribute complete game and high- light content to over 200 international territories. NPFTV will lead the way with increased quantity of distribution locations, as well as improved levels of transmission, which will yield an improved viewing experience regard- less of location. Two other partners will distribute specific content and dates, releases of which are forth- coming, individually. The League, entering its 16th season in 2019, is the most ethnically diverse NPFTV will lead the way with increased quantity of distribution locations, as well as improved levels of transmission. professional sports league in the world, with three complete interna- Minnesota. tional teams participating in the 138 In total, the league will distribute game regular season. Those teams, ”We have consciously built a 138 games plus the Championship Australia, Canada, and China, along league of global participants Series, with each team playing a 46 with the partial roster of Mexico, will in the great sport of softball,” commented NPF Commissioner, game regular season schedule. Regular look to the NPF season to prepare them Cheri Kempf. season League action concludes on for upcoming Olympic Qualifiers for August 11 with the Championship the Olympic Games of 2020, hosted in Series slated to take place in Tokyo, Japan. Rosemont, IL August 15-19. “We have consciously built a league a one-click option through the league For more information or to access of global participants in the great website at www.profastpitch.com. the season schedule which will lead sport of softball,” commented NPF However, additional access points will to streaming platforms, visit www. Commissioner, Cheri Kempf. “We are be offered through team and associa- profastpitch.com. proud to usher two to three complete tion websites. teams into the Olympics of 2020 and About National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) Opening Day for the 2019 season takes we look forward to continuing to grow place when the Beijing Shougang National Pro Fastpitch (NPF), an the interest of the sport around the Eagles host the Canadian Wild of Official Development Partner of Major world following 2020. In the absence Southern Illinois at Jackie Robinson League Baseball since 2004, provides of softball’s Olympic inclusion in Park in Daytona Beach, Florida. The elite female athletes with an opportu- 2024, it will be professional softball defending Cowles Cup and regular nity to pursue a professional career that will carry the torch of continued season Champions, USSSA Pride, will in fastpitch softball beyond their growth and popularity for softball at open at Rent One Park in Marion, collegiate and amateur success. The all levels.” Illinois, against the Canadian Wild. NPF affiliate teams consist of the All 138 regular season games will That same day of June 6 will see four- Aussie Peppers of Minnesota, Beijing be carried live in most regions, with time Cowles Cup Champions, Chicago Shougang Eagles, Canadian Wild of additional highlights edited for social Bandits, hosting the Cleveland Comets Southern Illinois, Chicago Bandits, media platforms, news, and sports at Parkway Bank Sports Complex in Cleveland Comets, and USSSA Pride. news platforms. Additionally, the best- Rosemont, Illinois. The Aussie Peppers National Pro Fastpitch players hail of-five Championship Series, between are the last team to open the 2019 from the United States, Australia, the league’s top two finishers following regular season and do so against the Canada, China, and Mexico, and the regular season, will also be avail- Beijing Shougang Eagles at their home represent the most accomplished able. Most content will be available on field of Caswell Park in North Mankato, and talented athletes in the sport of women’s softball.