Welcome to Softball 2009!!!
Head Coach: Mr. Thomas Moran
Assistant Head Coach: Mr. Kevin RJ Downey
Softball Awards 2009:
Rookie of the Year: Freshman Cassandra Carnevale
Most Improved Player of the Year: Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola
Defensive Player of the Year: Sophomore Cassandra Beltran
Offensive Player of the Year: Freshman Amy Frost
Most Valuable Player: Junior Ashlee Foster
The Mother Seton Varsity Softball team ended its season as the game vs.
Spotswood was canceled due to heavy rains. The team finished at 11-9,
advanced to the First Round of the GMCT's, advanced to the Quarterfinal Rd.
of the Parochial North A NJSIAA State Tournament. The girls exceeded
expectations and look forward to next year with a returning veteran team.
Congratulations girls on an outstanding season.
The Setters run to advance in the NJSIAA Parochial North A State Tournament
came to an abrupt end as #2 seeded Pope John XXIII defeated them in 5
innings 10-0. Mother Seton looks to end their season on an upnote as they
host Spotswood on Tuesday afternoon. Come out and support the team! Their
record is now 11-9.
HERE IS A LINK TO POPE JOHN XXIII HIGH SCHOOL IN SPARTA, NJ. GO TO MAPQUEST
AND PLUG IN THE SCHOOL'S ADDRESS FOR DIRECTIONS.
http://www.popejohn.org/index.html
Mother Seton came into the NJSIAA Parochial North A Tournament game against
#7 seeded Mt. St. Mary's and won 2-1 as Freshman Rebecca Faivre had the go
ahead RBI in the 3rd inning. Freshman Olivia Ortiz collected two hits and
scored a run. Freshman pitcher Amy Frost collected her 9th win of the
season as she struck out 8 batters. Junior Ashlee Foster had a double and
made a nice defensive catch to end the game. Mother Seton travels on
Tuesday to #2 Pope John XXIII. The Setters are now 11-8. Good Luck girls!
On Monday the Setters defeated Timothy Christian 11-4. Offensively Freshman
Amy Frost went 4-4 with a double and two runs batted in, Frost also
collected the win while striking out 6 batters. Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola
went 3-4 with an RBI and Freshman Cassandra Carnevale had three hits
including a towering shot to center field for a double. Junior Sarah Cruz
came back with a 2-2 game including two RBI's and two defensive gems in the
field. Mother Seton travels to Metuchen tomorrow in a rematch from last
weeks GMCT game. The Setters are now 9-8.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MOTHER SETON SOFTBALL TEAM AS THEY WERE SEEDED #10 IN
THE NJSIAA NON-PUBLIC NORTH A STATE TOURNAMENT. THEY WILL TRAVEL TO #7
SEEDED MOUNT SAINT MARY'S OF WATCHUNG. GOOD LUCK GIRLS!
Another tough defeat for the Setters as they lost in 9 innings to Spotswood
1-0. Heading into the bottom half of the 7th inning, the Bombers led off
with a walk and with two outs a sharp single to left field brought a play at
the plate in which Freshman Left Fielder Olivia Ortiz gunned down the runner
with a great tag by Sophomore Catcher Cassandra Beltran. Freshman pitcher
Amy Frost went the full 9 innings and pitched valiantly striking out 8 and
allowing the lone run on an infield single. Due to the rules starting in
the ninth inning, a runner is placed at second base to begin the inning.
Spotswood got their run in with two outs in the bottom of the ninth. The
Setters are now 9-8.
The Setters battled back in their Preliminary Round game in the GMCT at #12
Metuchen. Trailing 7-1 in the last inning, they put together a string of 6
hits, including a 3 run double by Freshman Cassandra Carnevale, an RBI
double by Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola and Junior Captain Ashlee Foster
contributed by going 3-4 at the plate. Mother Seton fell though by a score
of 8-7. The team played well to earn respect from their fellow Conference
rivals. Mother Seton is now 9-7.
Mother Seton advanced into the Preliminary Round of the GMCT's by defeating
#24 Highland Park 8-2. Freshman Olivia Ortiz smacked a 3 run triple and
Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola doubled, while Junior Ashlee Foster collected a
single. Freshman Amy Frost collected her 7th win of the season! The
Setters will travel to #12 Metuchen on Wednesday. Mother Seton is now 9-6.
The Setters defeated South River on Saturday 8-3 on Freshman Cassandra
Carnevale's two run single, Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola's RBI double and
Freshman Amy Frost's 6th victory of the season. Mother Seton looks forward
to Monday's GMCT tournament game against #24 Highland Park. Good Luck girls!
MSR is now 8-6.
On Friday the Setters played strong against undefeated Bishop Ahr of Edison
but eventually bowed 13-7. Junior Ashlee Foster connected on a two run Home
Run to put MSR ahead 2-1, but the Trojans battled back, Foster's RBI single
cut the lead to 6-5. Freshman Amy Frost collected two hits and an RBI while
pitching a strong game striking out 8. Mother Seton is now 7-6.
Due to the rain these are the following games that will be rescheduled.
Cardinal McCarrick, Metuchen, New Brunswick, Spotswood, and possibly
Carteret, check back for updates on the schedule page.
Mother Seton got seeded #21 in the Greater Middlesex Conference Tournament.
They will host #24 Highland Park on Monday, May 11th at 4:00PM Come out and
support the Setters!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MOTHER SETON SOFTBALL TEAM AS THEY HAVE QUALIFIED FOR
THE NJSIAA STATE TOURNAMENT FOR THE 7TH STRAIGHT SEASON. GOOD LUCK GIRLS!
Once again the rain has dampened our spirits as today's game at New
Brunswick has been cancelled. No makeup has been scheduled as of yet.
Wednesday's game against Carteret has been cancelled due to poor field
conditions. No makeup has been scheduled as of yet.
Tuesday's game against division rival Bishop Ahr has been Cancelled due to
rain, it has been rescheduled for this Friday, May 8th at 3:45 PM here at
Mother Seton.
In the quest for the NJSIAA tournament berth, the Setters were put back a
step as they lost 11-2 to GMC Blue division rival Cardinal McCarrick.
Offensively for Mother Seton, Junior Ashlee Foster collected two hits
including a two run Home Run, while Freshman Amy Frost had two hits and
Freshman Rebecca Faivre collected a single. Frost also collected 9
strikeouts on the mound, The Setters look to rebound on Tuesday against
Bishop Ahr at home. Mother Seton is now 7-5.
The Setters came out to rebound from the last game against Middlesex and
played tough as Freshman Amy Frost struck out 8 and gave up 1 earned run but
wound up on the losing end of a 3-0 loss to Middlesex. Junior Sarah Cruz
had a hit and 2 assists, while Frost, Sophomore Cassie Beltran had a hit
each and Freshman Cassandra Carnevale had a blast to center for a double.
Mother Seton travels to Cardinal McCarrick of South Amboy Friday afternoon.
The Setters are now 7-4.
Metuchen defeated Mother Seton 15-2 in 5 innings due to 11 errors committed
by the Setters, Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola connected on an RBI single, Junior
Sarah Cruz also had an RBI single, while Sophomore Cassandra Beltran had a
single to lead the Setters. MSR is now 7-3.
The annual Mother Seton Sister of Charity Tournament was held on Saturday as
the Setters swept St. Mary's of Elizabeth 17-1 in 5 innings and Marylawn of
the Oranges 17-2 in 5 innings. Offensively Freshman Taylor Ianuzeli went 3-
3 with a Homerun, three RBI's and three runs scored, Sophomore Rachel
Snyder, Jackie Boyle, and Cassandra Beltran each had two hits, while Senior
Captain Isabel Molina collected two hits also. Freshman Amy Frost collected
her 5th win of the year, while against Marylawn, Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola
collected her 2nd win of the season. A fun day for all teams and thanks to
the wives of the coaches for their cooking and the parents of both present
and past athletes for their continued support and help during the
tournament. Mother Seton is now 7-2 and looks forward to their divisional
game vs. Metuchen on Tuesday. Come out and support the team!
Mother Seton finished the Easter Break with a sweep of their opponents and a
5 game winning streak. On Friday, St. Vincent's of Newark fell 8-1 to the
Setters, as Freshman Cassandra Carnevale collected two hits, including a 2
run double, Junior Ashlee Foster had a 2 run double, and Junior Chelsea
Madeira collected an RBI double. Freshman Amy Frost won her fourth straight
game as Mother Seton improved to 5-2 on the year.
The Setters won their 4th game in a row as they defeated South River 16-1 in
5 innings. Freshman Rebecca Faivre collected three hits, including a 2 run
double, Sophomore Cassandra Beltran had 2 doubles, while Junior Ashlee
Foster continued her torrid hitting streak with a double and 2 runs scored.
Freshman Amy Frost pitched a 1 hitter with 6 strikeouts too earn her 3rd win
of the season. Freshman Cassandra Carnevale had 3 hits including a double
while Freshman Olivia Ortiz collected 3 hits and 2 RBIS's, Sophomore Rebecca
Cuzzola collected 3 RBI's. The Setters are now 4-2.
Freshman pitcher Amy Frost won her second game of the year and pitched a
five inning no-hitter as Mother Seton won 15-0 against division rival New
Brunswick. Frost stuck out 11 and walked three while offensively collected
a first inning Homerun and an RBI double. Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola also
had 2 hits including an RBI double, Sophomore Cassandra Beltran collected
two hits including an RBI double, and Freshman Rebecca Faivre had an RBI
single. The Setters are now 3-2.
The Setters broke open the game in the first inning as they came away with 9
runs enroute to a 13-3 victory over Holy Family of Bayonne. Freshman
Pitcher Amy Frost earned her first careeer win by striking out 8 over 5
innings, she also collected three hits and 2 RBI's, Junior Ashlee Foster
continued her hot season with a three hit game including a 2 run Homerun,
her third homerun in 4 games. Junior Sarah Cruz collected 4 RBI's
including a bases clearing double. Freshman Olivia Ortiz had 3 hits also
while Freshman Cassandra Carnevale had an RBI with 2 runs scored. Mother
Seton is now 2-2.
Mother Seton registered their first victory of the season with a 17-0 win in
4 innings at St. Anthony's of Jersey City. Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola
collected her first win and contributed with 2 hits and received offensive
support from fellow Sophomore Paige Tannenhaus went 3-3 with a Homerun and 2
RBIS, Junior Sarah Cruz went 2-3 with a double and a 2run Homerun, Junior
Ashlee Foster collected three hits and 4 RBI including a Homerun, while
Freshmen Cassandra Carnevale went 3-3 with 2 RBI and a Homerun. Freshmen
Rebecca Faivre pitched well in relief with 4 strikeouts. The Setters are
now 1-2.
On Tuesday Bishop Ahr ran away with an 18-1 victory in 5 innings over the
Setters. Collecting her first career Home Run was Sophomore Rebecca
Cuzzola. Mother Seton looks to gain their first win of the season as they
travel to St. Anthony's of Jersey City on Wednesday then look forward to
Monday April 13th as they take on Holy Family of Bayonne in their season
home opener, come out and support the Setters! MSR is now 0-2.
The Setters opening day was disrupted by the Middlesex Blue Jays as they
scored 5 runs in the fourth inning to put the game away. The final was 12-2
in 6 innings as Amy Frost's first career victory was delayed. Mother Seton
led off the game with back to back doubles on Freshman Olivia Ortiz's and
Sophomore Rebecca Cuzzola's hits. Junior Ashlee Foster went 1-3 with a solo
Homerun in the 5th inning. The Setters look forward to Tuesday as they
travel to division champion Bishop Ahr. Mother Seton is now 0-1.
The season starts on Thursday April 2 at Middlesex. Check back to see game
capsules and stats!
Softball Tryouts will be held as follows:
Friday, March 6th: All Newcomers: 12:00 to 2:00
Returning Players: 2:00 to 4:00
Saturday, March 7th: All Newcomers: 12:00 to 1:30
Returning: 1:30 to 3:00
Monday, March 8th: All Players: 2:30 to 5:30
There is a mandatory meeting for all students interested in trying out for
the 2009 Mother Seton Softball team. The meeting will be held in the Drama
Studio on Wednesday, February 25th from 2:15 until 2:45 If you cannot
attend the meeting you must see either Coach Moran or Coach Downey.
Tryouts will be held on Friday, March 6th and Saturday March 7th and Monday
March 9th. Listen for announcements for times. Be prepared for inclement
weather. Sweatshirt, sweatpants, cleats, sneakers, gloves and bats should
be brought to tryouts. Good Luck to all!