By Hayden Swope

Addison Chapman of McPherson has been showing off her pitching skills since day one. Last season Chapman was a first team all-league and all-state pitcher. After a successful season last year, Chapman is thankful for all the obstacles she and the Bullpups overcame to push far into the postseason.

“My favorite memory was the first round of state last year when the game went into 12 innings and our team battled to the very end to win and advance to the semi finals,” Chapman said.

After a short time off, the work began again for Chapman as she prepared and trained for the season ahead.

“I prepared for the season by pitching twice a week and practicing with my club team twice a week. I have also been lifting and doing conditioning multiple times a week,” Chapman said.

In hopes of making another postseason run, Chapman has been improving her skills and adding a few new pitches onto the list.

“What I want to focus on this season is improving as a team and making it back to state to compete for a state title,” Chapman said. “I have added an additional pitch to my caliber and hope that it brings my pitching game to a higher level. I want to continue to keep my batting average high and consistent.”

Chapman hopes to further her athletic career after high school, but is undecided on where.

“My future plans are to attend college for softball,” Chapman said. “I want to major somewhere in the medical field.”