By DUSTIN ARMBRUSTER
Hays Post

Kaylie Schoendaller knew in eighth grade she wanted to play college in softball. Friday the Hays High senior made it a reality by signing her Letter of Intent with Dodge City Community College. Schoendaller appeared in three games her freshman year, but the batting ability was obvious. In eight at bats she had a double and home run while driving in five runs and scoring three times.

 

Kaylie Schoendaller

 

It was her sophomore year that turned heads. Schoendaller blasted 11 home runs and drove in 34 runs. Five of those home runs came in a single double header versus Colby. Schoendaller’s power numbers were a bit down during her junior season, but also noticed a trend of opposing pitchers not giving her much to hit either. She is a career .338 hitter with 18 career home runs, which already has set the school career record.

 

Coach Abby Maska

 

Schoendaller is looking to work towards a degree in sports management.

Hays High will compete in 4A-D1 in the upcoming softball season.