Russell, Ky. — Rising senior Lawrence Co. catcher Natalie Rice and Head Coach Kenny Horn were a part of the 2nd annual Section 4 Showcase that was played on Wednesday afternoon at Russell High school. The showcase involves all star teams from the 13th, 14th, 15th and the Host 16th region. The four teams played two games each.
Rice caught both games for the 15th region all stars and was coached by LCHS head coach Kenny Horn along with coaches from Johnson Central and Magoffin Co.
In the first game vs the 13th region the 15th region all stars lost 3-1 in a well played game. Rice went 0-1 with a walk and caught all seven innings.
In the second game the 15th region all stars beat the 14th region all stars 8-7 in 8 innings. Rice went 1-2 with a single and caught all eight innings.
Lady Dawg Natalie Rice showing a good eye at the plate as she walked in this at bat in the Section 4 All Star game.
Section 4 Showcase scores
16th Region 16 14th Region 1
13th Region 3 15th Region 1
15th Region 8 14th Region 7 ( 8 innings )
16th Region 5 13th Region 0
Lawrence Co. catcher Natalie Rice
“… At first I was nervous to play against people that I’ve been against my entire career. Then when we started talking to each other it was super fun. It was fun to come together and play well.
It was different. These are girls that have different pitches than what I’m used to. So it was very educational yet enjoyable experience to be able to catch these girls. It was definitely an honor. Anytime Kenny is my coach it’s always delightful. It definitely helped me become more social and improved my game, great learning experience. The experience I got from playing with other players in the region, helped me learn how to be a leader.”
