Gatorade 2023 - 2024: Player of the Year

Softball - Alaska

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SOFTBALL

Sela Rodriguez

Right-handed pitcher/third baseman
BETTYE DAVIS EAST ANCHORAGE HS
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
SOPHOMORE
Height: 5-FOOT-8
Press Release

Peak Performance

1.97

ERA

96

Innings Pitched

.448

Batting Average

9

Home Runs
“Statistically, her numbers stand out, but for me it’s her character and pride for the game that truly reflect what an athlete she is. Sela’s a dedicated teammate. She consistently buoyed our offense and defense, no matter the score or situation.”
Virginia Griffith
Head Coach head coach at East
excellence star

Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-8 sophomore right-handed pitcher and third baseman led the Thunderbirds to a 25-3 record and a Division I state championship this past season. Rodriguez compiled a record of 16-2 in the circle with a 1.97 ERA while striking out 198 batters and holding opponents to a .160 batting average over 96 innings pitched. She also batted .448 with a team high nine home runs and 39 RBI to post a 1.545 OPS. She entered the season as a returning 2023 First Team All-State and All-Cook Inlet Conference selection. 

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Academic Achievement

Rodriguez has maintained a 3.71 weighted GPA in the classroom. She will begin her junior year of high school this fall. 

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Exemplary Character

Rodriguez has volunteered locally by making blankets for patients with the Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital and has also donated her time as a youth softball coach.