by Carl Coffee
Joel Crozier #13 SS/P
Every player is going to pitch a round robin game, which is a smart strategy, but I would be very surprised to see Joel throw in the single-elim playoffs. He has a WSEM Diamond Digit Handy, and speed, so he could be better used in the field. Joel or Werner will probably lead off, and everyone knows “Crush It” is clutch. Joel can hit to any part of the field, and will hustle on every play. I expect him to have a big tourney.
Austin Bischoff #24 (C) P
Austin is the obvious choice to pitch when the games matter. He has good hands, and the other three guys are quicker than him. Plus, it's Austin Bischoff… he belongs on the mound. Austin has always been an average hitter in WSEM play, but he’s no slack. He will hit some bombs, and give awkward high-fives. Without wiffleball in his life this summer, expect him to go all out in London, as this is the only time he gets to play competitively all year.
Scott Kujawa #25 OF/P
Scott has run away in WSEM play as the obvious RotY winner because of his pitching. He is a good, not great hitter. However, London slow-pitch and WSEM fast-pitch might as well be completely different sports. The White Asian is the wildcard on the team. He was the final player added, and could either be the best player on the team or the worst. I really don’t know what to expect from him.
Stephen Werner #29 OF/P
Wern Smash was courted by multiple guys as they were building their London teams, so he had the unique opportunity to choose who he wanted to play for. Smash likes to win and can get intense, so joining this team was a no-brainer. He’s had a solid young WSEM career, played well in NWLA Regionals, and should shine in London. He loves to slide though, so he needs to remember not to do that.
