Softball hopes to advance far in CCS February 6, 2015 — by Ariel Liu and Rachel Zhang The badminton team prepares for the upcoming season. Sport Name: Softball Coach name: Chris Smith 2013-2014 Season Recap: The team placed third in the De Anza League, but lost in the first round of CCS. LAST YEAR RECORD (results in league/CCS): 9-3 Key losses to graduation: Mandy Lee, Tivoli Sisco, Hera Tang Key additions: Freshman Chancee Gaskin and Eryn Lee, sophomore Rachel Davey Star players: Juniors Eleni Spirakis, Ellie Lee and Stephanie Hayes and senior Analisa Ruff Quote from player or coach: “I'm looking forward to having Chris as a coach to see what new techniques he can teach us, as well as how far we'll go in our league and also CCS,” junior Stephanie Hayes said. Prognosis: The team lost five seniors to graduation, but still hopes for a successful season with a new coach and more younger players on the varsity team. 2 views this week