Chance Thyhsen – In Motion Staff Writer
The Daytona State College Women’s Softball season has come to a sudden halt due to the coronavirus, known as COVID-19.
But up until then, they haven’t been doing their best. As it stands, the Falcons’ overall record stands at 9-17, with a team batting average of .316, 139 runs, and 12 home runs. The team was trying to bounce back from last season where they finished barely above .500 at 23-22, a team batting average of .302, 259 total runs, and 48 home runs.
In Motion was in contact with Coach Keli Harrell via email and asked how her season has been affected.
“Unfortunately, COVID-19 has resulted in the NJCAA suspending our season, along with all other spring sports,” wrote Harrell.
The season is on hold until further notice and DSC has cancelled sporting events on campus and moved classes to online-only indefinitely. The team now has time to recuperate and Coach Harrell and returning players can plan and rest for next season.
“We were definitely looking forward to some much-needed rest, due to injuries. However, we are disappointed our season ended prematurely,” said Harrell.
What is DSC doing for Falcon athletes as the sports world is grinding to a halt? Coach Harrell fills us in.
“Our team has been tested, surely, because COVID-19 is unlike anything we have ever experienced. There has been a ripple effect across the sports world in terms of cautionary measures taken.
Unfortunately, Coach Harrell is right in saying that her season is indeed over, along with all other spring sports here at DSC. However, the preparation never ends and the team’s energy will go into staying healthy for next season.
“We will take the field next season with a renewed sense of appreciation for the opportunity to play softball,” says Harrell.