May 2, 2006                                                                 

Huggins Signs with SMC Softball

Georgetown Athlete Signs Letter of Intent

SPARTANBURG, S.C. –  Lauren Huggins of Georgetown has signed a National Letter of Intent to compete on the Lady Pioneers Softball Team for the 2006-2007 Season.

Head Softball Coach, Rick Pauly, is pleased about the signing of Huggins who he described as a “wide-range shortstop whot can go deep in the hole and throw out runners.” She is a three time All-Region selection and a Team captain for Coach Al Hutchinson’s Georgetown team.

“Lauren has been described as a very tough ball player on both defense and on the basepaths. She is a tough out at the plate with power to both alleys. Additionally, Lauren brings a strong academic background and outstanding leadership qualities with her to SMC,” added Pauly.

Huggins is the daughter of Debbie and Marty Huggins of Georgetown.

SMC plays in the competitive Region X of the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) with teams from South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Their upcoming competition also includes numerous games with area NCAA Divison I and II teams.