Alicia Mendez, St. Francis, (So.): St. Francis’ ace pitcher was lights out during her freshman season on the softball team and is expected to return for a solid sophomore campaign.
She was named Pacific Coast Athletic League Cypress division Pitcher of the Year after helping the Sharks (19-9, 11-4) win a share of their first league title with Monte Vista Christian (12-9, 11-4).
Mendez recorded nearly 150 strikeouts last season, which included a trip to the Central Coast Section Division II playoffs. She was also a contributor on offense as she recorded seven multiple-hit games, 10 doubles, five home runs and a team-high 39 RBIs.
