Softball Fans...

Welcome to another exciting season of Yellowjacket Softball at Rochester Community and Technical College! On behalf of the team, coaches, students, faculty, and staff, thank you for your support.

As RCTC’s new President, I am excited for what the year holds for our student-athletes, both on and off the field. RCTC has a history of providing college experiences typically found at four-year universities, and, thanks to the support of our local community, the Regional Sports Complex was built to serve both our student-athletes and the community in a variety of athletic competitions. Students at RCTC may choose from a variety of Student Life programs to make life-long connections, develop leadership and life skills, and, of course, be a part of the most extensive varsity sports program of any public two-year college in the state. So while on campus, feel free to tour all the facilities, study in our library, view our artwork, or just walk the grounds. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll find at RCTC. Again, thank you for your support, and GO YELLOWJACKETS!

Leslie R. McClellonRCTC President

www.rctcyellowjackets.com

Softball ScheduleDATE VS TIME

FEBRUARY

2/27 Early Bird Dome Tournament TBA

MARCH

3/16 Fastpitch Dreams Spring Classic - Myrtle Beach, SC TBA

3/27 Crossover Tournament TBA

3/28 Crossover Tournament TBA

APRIL

4/3 at St. Cloud Technical & Community College 3:30 PM

at St. Cloud Technical & Community College 5:30 PM

4/4 at Anoka-Ramsey Community College 12:00 PM

at Anoka-Ramsey Community College 2:00 PM

4/7 at Riverland Community College 3:00 PM

at Riverland Community College 5:00 PM

4/10 Ridgewater College 3:00 PM

Ridgewater College 5:00 PM

4/11 Minnesota State Community & Technical College 12:00 PM

Minnesota State Community & Technical College 2:00 PM

4/14 at Minnesota West Community & Technical College 3:00 PM

at Minnesota West Community & Technical College 5:00 PM

4/17 Anoka-Ramsey Community College 3:00 PM

Anoka-Ramsey Community College 5:00 PM

4/18 St. Cloud Technical & Community College 12:00 PM

St. Cloud Technical & Community College 2:00 PM

4/24 at Ridgewater College 2:00 PM

at Ridgewater College 5:00 PM

4/25 at Minnesota State Community & Technical College 12:00 PM

at Minnesota State Community & Technical College 2:00 PM

4/28 Minnesota West Community & Technical College 3:00 PM

Minnesota West Community & Technical College 5:00 PM

4/30 Riverland Community College 3:00 PM

Riverland Community College 5:00 PM

YELLOWJACKET SOFTBALL

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RCTC Yellowjackets Team Roster

Your 2015 Yellowjacket Softball Team

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# NAME POS CLASS HOMETOWN

1 Haley Vanourney INF/P FR Marion, IA

4 Ashley Bunting INF SO Redwood Falls, MN

6 Amber Gehrke OF/P FR Zumbrota, MN

8 Kristen Erickson INF/P FR Rochester, MN

9 KatlinGatzlaff INF SO Springfield,MN

10 Ashleigh Dralle Utility FR Farmington, MN

12 Raini Staudacher-Jacobs OF FR Plainview, MN

13 Jordan O’Connor OF FR Preston, MN

14 Christina Stanger OF FR Stewartville, MN

18 Emmy Miller OF FR Cannon Falls, MN

19 Lanie McCauley OF SO Coleraine, MN

20 Alexis Schunke INF/P FR Stewartville, MN

21 Magi Card INF FR St. Peter, MN

22 Laura Chalmers INF/P SO Red Wing, MN

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Athletic Director – Jean Musgjerd Jean graduated from Bemidji State University, earning both her BS degree in Physical Education (1985) and her MS degree in Physical Education with an emphasis in Sports Administration (1991), along with additional graduate work in health (2007). For the past twenty-four years Jean has been employed at Rochester Community and Technical College serving as head volleyball coach from 1990-2007, head softball coach from 1994-2011, HPER Instructor from 1990 to the present, and athletic director from 2001 to the present. While at RCTC she led two volleyball teams to the NJCAA National Volleyball Tournament and four softball teams to the NJCAA National Softball Tournament. Jean has earned several honors while coaching at RCTC: two-time NJCAA Region XIII Volleyball Coach of the Year, four-time NJCAA Region XIII Softball Coach of the Year, and 2006 NFCA Jr. College Division III Coach of the Year. She also had the honor of coaching 12 NJCAA All Americans and one NJCAA Academic All American.

Since 2004, Jean has served as the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s Region XIII Director and serves on many national/regional/state committees under this title. In 2007, she was named to the softball coaching staff of the NJCAA Elite Softball Team that competed in the World University Game in Bangkok, Thailand. In 2009, Jean received the NJCAA Loyalty Award for her work within the NJCAA at the national and regional levels. Most recently she has been named to the National Alliance of Two Year College Athletic Administrators (NATYCAA) Executive Committee.

While her work keeps her plenty busy, she does find time for a few hobbies such as camping, backpacking, BWCA Trips, and fishing. Since 1997, she also has trained dogs to search for lost and missing people for the Southern MN Canine Search and Rescue Association. Currently Jean has two German Shepherds that are certified to do such work.

2015 Rochester Yellowjacket Softball Staff

As Athletic Director at Rochester Community and Technical College, I want to welcome you on behalf of the faculty, staff, and student athletes at RCTC. We are proud of the rich traditions our student-athletes have built over the years, both in the classroom and in competition. Our student-athletes are expected to live by the premise: “You are a student first and an athlete second.” With this in mind, RCTC celebrates with the MCAC All-Academic Award Winners each year, as well as the students earning Dean’s List recognition each semester.

Our softball team has a long history of success on the field with five appearances in the NJCAA Division III National Softball Tournament, most recently placing fourth the 2014 season. The 2015 season is generating a lot of excitement: a core number of starters from last season are back for the 2015 season with sights set on the National Tournament. New Head Coach Niki Peterson served as Assistant Coach the past two seasons, and the transition to leading the team has been smooth.

I would like to encourage you to join us for all our athletic activities and continue to support our student-athletes. The sports schedules and other information can be found on our website at rctcyellowjackets.com. Thank you for joining us today, and I hope to see you again at future athletic activities.

Niki Peterson – Head Coach Niki is in her third season of coaching at RCTC, with this being her first season as the Yellowjackets’ Head Coach. Niki graduated from Winona Cotter High School, where she was an all-state middle infielder. She went on to play for St. Mary’s University, where she was a four-year starter, captain, and an all-conference and all-region selection. During her time at SMU, the team won a National Championship and also placed

Bill Quistorff - Assistant Coach Bill Quistorff has been at RCTC for five years; this is his second year as Assistant Coach for the Yellowjacket Softball team. Bill is also the Head Coach of Yellowjacket Football. He is 18-6 as a head coach, two-time coach of the year, and his team is back to back MCAC champions.

Bill is originally from Osakis, MN, where he lettered in three sports and played varsity baseball for five years. He is excited to be part of the staff and will mainly be working with the catchers, outfielders, and hitters. He brings a winning attitude and is great at team building. Bill graduated with an AA Degree from RCTC and then graduated with his B.S. in Physical Education from Bemidji State. Bill currently works in the Rochester School District.

Rachel Svenningson - Assistant Coach Rachel is starting her first year as an Assistant Coach with RCTC Yellowjackets. Rachel is originally from Rushford, MN. She graduated from Rushford-Peterson High School, where she played varsity basketball and softball for three years. Prior to RCTC, Rachel spent four seasons coaching softball at Century High School and three seasons at Mayo High School. She is excited to bring her experience and knowledge of the game to help Yellowjacket softball continue a winning tradition.

Rachel graduated with her B.S. in Criminal Justice from Winona State University. Rachel currently works for the Rochester School District and is in her seventh season coaching C Squad girls’ basketball at Mayo High School.

fourth in back-to-back seasons. Niki is a SMU Hall of Fame inductee with her teammates from the 2000 National Championship team. Niki graduated from SMU with a B.A. in Criminal Justice and English. Niki was an Assistant Coach at SMU while completing her M.S. in Geographic Information Systems.

Prior to RCTC, Niki and her husband, Travis, lived in Iowa where Niki worked as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst for the state. Besides coaching at RCTC, Niki coaches basketball at Lourdes High School. Niki and Travis have three children: Will, five, Thomas, three, and Stella, one. They also have two dogs, Denali and Deuce.

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Haley Vanourney - #1 is a freshman from Marion High School in Marion, IA, where she played third base, second base, and pitcher. Her athletic honors are first team All-Conference, first team All-District, 2nd team All-District, Honorable Mention All-Conference. She was on the Honor Roll all four years of high school. Her family includes her parents, Don and Jamie, and her sister, Hannah. Her major is Human Services. Her favorite movie is “The Fault in Our Stars.” Her favorite sports team is the Milwaukee Brewers. Her favorite food is mac’n’cheese. She came to RCTC to play softball.

Ashley Bunting - #4 is a sophomore from Redwood Valley High School in Redwood Falls, MN, where she played middle infield and outfield. Ashley was awarded with honorable mention 2010 and All-Conference 2011 and 2013. She was on the A-Honor Roll from 2010 to 2013 and a member of the National Honor Society. Her family includes her parents, Doug and Lynn, and her sisters, Megan and Nicole. Her major is Radiology. Her favorite movie is “Footloose.” Her favorite sports team is the University of Michigan’s gymnastics team. Her favorite food is steak. She came to RCTC to be close to Mayo.

Amber Gehrke - #6 is a freshman from Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School in Zumbrota, MN, where she played outfield and pitcher. Her athletic honors are All-Conference and most improved. She made the A Honor Roll. Her family includes her parents, Cyndie and Scott, her sister, Sarah, and her brothers, Richard and Charlie. Her major is Nursing. Her favorite movie is “The Fault in Our Stars.” Her favorite sports team is the Minnesota Twins. Her favorite foods are anything Italian. She came to RCTC to be close to home.

Kristen Erickson - #8 is from John Marshall High School in Rochester, MN, where she played pitcher and first base. She has been honored with 2 years All-Conference Honorable Mention, Captain, and All Section. Her family includes her mom, Diane, and her sister, Nicole. Her major is Social Work. Her favorite movie is “Miracle.” Her favorite sports team is the Philadelphia Flyers. Her favorite food is Chipotle. She came to RCTC because she wanted to stay close to home and to play softball.

Katlin Gatzlaff - #9 is a sophomore from Springfield Public High School in Springfield, MN, where she played catcher. Her athletic honors are 2013 MN All-Star Participant, KNUJ Player of the Game, Redwood County Player of the Game, Most-Improved, 2014 Regional Conference Champion, 4th in Nationals, and Player of the Week. She was on the Honor Roll. Her family includes her parents, Doug and Chris, her stepmom, Lu, and her brothers, Nick, Steve, and Jake. Her major is Liberal Arts. Her favorite movies are “Super Troopers,” “Taken,” and “Criminal Minds.” Her favorite sports teams are the Florida Gators and the Minnesota Vikings. All foods are her favorites. Her special talent is music. She came to RCTC for softball opportunities.

Ashleigh Dralle #10 is a freshman from Randolph High School in Farmington, MN, where she has played first base and outfield. She was honored with varsity letters in grades 9-12, All-Conference Honorable Mentions 2012 and 2013, and All-Conference 2014. Her family includes her parents, James and Kim, and her brother, Brian. Her major is Elementary Education and Coaching. Her favorite movie is “Pitch Perfect.” Her favorite sports team is the Minnesota Lynx. Her favorite food is chicken Alfredo. Her special talents are snowboarding and motorcycle riding. She came to RCTC because it is a small campus.

Raini Staudacher-Jacobs #12 is a freshman from Wabasha-Kellogg High School in Weaver, MN, where she played outfield. Her family includes her husband, Kenny, and her son, Weston. Her major is Advanced Hospital Nursing Assistant and Coaching. Her favorite movie is “Stand By Me.” Her favorite sports team is the Denver Broncos. Her favorite food is corn on the cob. She came to RCTC to play softball.

Jordan O’Conner - #13 is a freshman from Fillmore Central High School in Preston, MN, where she played center and outfield. She has been honored with All-Conference Softball 2012 and MVP 2013 Softball. She also was on the Scholar Club. Her family includes her parents, two brothers, and two sisters. She is undecided on her major. Her favorite movie is “Step Brothers.” Her favorite foods are tacos and spaghetti. She came to RCTC to stay close to home and do generals until she knows what she wants to do.

Christina Stanger #14 is a freshman from Stewartville High School in Stewartville, MN, where she played center field, left field, and right field. Her athletic honors are MVP, All-Conference, Sprint Award, and Hustle Award. She made it on the A Honor Roll every year. Her family includes her parents, Michelle and Doyle, and her brother, Cody. Her major is Nursing. Her favorite movies are “Dirty Dancing” and “Meet the Parents.” Her favorite sports team is the Green Bay Packers. Her favorite food is tacos. She came to RCTC to get her nursing degree and to play softball.

Emmy Miller - #18 is a freshman from Cannon Falls High School in Cannon Falls, MN, where she played outfield and first base. Her athletic honors are three-time weightlifting team captain, two-time state weightlifting champion, and placing fourth at weightlifting nationals. Her team received second in the Nation as Team Minnesota Women’s Team 2010 and third in 2013. Her family includes her parents, Lisa and Greg, her sister, Harlie, and her brother, Houston. Her major is Mass Communications and Coaching. Her favorite TV Show is “Grey’s Anatomy.” Her favorite sports team is the RCTC Yellowjackets football team. Her favorite food is pasta. Her special talents are Olympic Weightlifting and photography.

Lanie McCauley - #19 is a sophomore from Greenway High School in Coleraine, MN, where she played outfield. Her athletic honors are Offensive Player of the Year 2013, Most Positive Attitude, and Player of the Week. Her team has received Conference, Regional, Division Champs, and fourth place at Nationals. Her family includes her parents, Tim and Shelley, and her sister, Kalie. Her major is Liberal Arts. Her favorite movies are “Shrek,” “Wayne’s World,” and “Harry Potter.” Her favorite sports team is the Green Bay Packers. Her favorite foods are cheese and Taco Bell. Her special talent is singing. She came to RCTC because her sister lives here and she wanted to get away from home.

Lexie Schunke - #20 is a freshman from Stewartville High School in Stewartville, MN, where she played pitcher and first base. Her athletic honors are HVL All Conference, All Section, All MCAC 1st Team, All-Southern Division 1st Team, Pitcher of the Week, All Tournament Team, and All Region. Her family includes her parents, Bob and Kim, and her sister, Linzie. Her major is Administrative Assistant. Her favorite movie is “8 Seconds.” Her favorite foods are steak, grilled cheese, and tomato soup. She came to RCTC because it was close to home and it had her major.

Magi Card - #21 is a freshman from St. Peter High School in St. Peter, MN, where she played 3rd, 1st, short, catcher, and pitcher. She was honored with All-Conference. She and her team won the 180 Summer Ball State Tournament 2014. Her family includes her parents, Tom and Tammy, along with her sisters, Lora, Kristie, and Molly. Her major is Child Youth and Family Studies. Her favorite movie is “The Blind Side.” Her favorite food is cucumbers. She came to RCTC to play softball.

Laura Chalmers - #22 is a sophomore from Red Wing High School in Red Wing, MN, where she played pitcher and first base. She was honored with All-Conference, All-Area, All-Section, the Dewey Talle Sportsmanship Award, All-Area HM, and Varsity Captain 2013. She has also been awarded with Region MVP, Region 13A All-Tournament Team, MCAC Second Team All-Conference, MCAC Southern Division Second Team, RCTC Outstanding Pitcher, and Coaches Award. She has been on the National Honor Society, Honor Roll, and RCTC’s Dean’s List Spring 2014. She and the Yellowjackets have been honored with MCAC Conference Champs, Region 13A Champs, and 4th Place National Finish. Her family includes her parents, Kim and David, and her brother, Jacob. Her major is Liberal Arts and Coaching. Her favorite movie is “Step Brothers.” Her favorite sports team is the Minnesota Twins. Her favorite food is tacos. She came to RCTC to play softball.

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Rochester Community and Technical CollegeSoftball - Record Book

Coach ............Year .. W .... L .....Results Jerry Chase ............1983 ...... 21 ....... 10 ...... State Runner Up

Jerry Chase ............1984 ...... 26 ....... 6 ........ Region XIII Champ; Nationals Illinois

Jerry Chase ............1985 ...... 27 ....... 8 ........ Region XIII Champ; Nationals Michigan

Jerry Chase ............1986 ...... 33 ....... 6 ........ State Runner Up

Jerry Chase ............1987 ...... 36 ....... 4 ........ State Runner Up

Jerry Chase ............1988 ...... 23 ....... 5 ........ Conference Champ; Southern Division Runner up

Jerry Chase ............1989 ...... 22 ....... 6 ........ State Runner Up

Jerry Chase ............1990 ...... 27 ....... 13 ...... State 3rd

Jerry Chase ............1991 ....... 28 ....... 14 ...... Region XIII Runner Up; Southern Division Champ

Jerry Chase ............1992 ...... 23 ....... 9 ........ State Runner Up

Jerry Chase ............1993 ...... 8 ......... 18

Jean Musgjerd .......1994 ...... 19 ....... 16

Jean Musgjerd .......1995....... 9 ......... 18 ...... State 4th

Jean Musgjerd .......1996 ...... 12 ....... 15

Jean Musgjerd .......1997 ....... 17 ........ 14 ...... State 3rd

Jean Musgjerd .......1998 ...... 16 ....... 18 ...... State 4th

Jean Musgjerd .......1999 ...... 20 ....... 13 ...... Region Champ; 6th place Nationals Maryland

Jean Musgjerd .......2000 ..... 25 ....... 13 ...... State Runner Up; Region 3rd

Jean Musgjerd .......2001 ...... 18 ....... 12 ...... Region Runner Up

Jean Musgjerd .......2002 ...... 25 ....... 18 ...... Southern Conference Runner Up; Region XIII Champs; 5th Nationals Illinois

Jean Musgjerd .......2003 ...... 8 ......... 15 ...... Conference 4th; State 5th

Jean Musgjerd .......2004...... 15 ....... 17 ...... Conference 4th; State 3rd

Jean Musgjerd .......2005 ...... 10 ....... 18 ...... Conference 3rd

Jean Musgjerd .......2006...... 22 ....... 17 ...... Southern Conference Runner Up; Region XIII Runner up; State 4th

Jean Musgjerd .......2007 ...... 20 ....... 17 ...... Southern Conference Runner Up; Region XIII 3rd ; State 5th

Paula Carlsen .........2008 ..... 18 ....... 14

Jean Musgjerd .......2009...... 35 ....... 7 ........ Southern Conference Champs; Region XIII A Champs; State 2nd; Nationals 4th Rochester, Minnesota

Jean Musgjerd .......2010 ...... 33 ....... 18 ...... Southern Division Runner Up; Region XIII A Champs; State 2nd; Nationals 6th, Rochester, Minnesota

Jean Musgjerd .......2011 ....... 23 ....... 19

Kacey Moline .........2012 ...... 24 ....... 19

Cyndi Raymond .....2013 ...... NA ...... NA .... Club Status

Cyndi Raymond .....2014 ...... 27 ....... 15 ...... Southern Conference Champs; Region XIII A Champs, Nationals 4th

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