Melissa Pickel, '94 - Softball
Melissa was a member of Gar-Field’s Varsity Softball team from 1991 thru 1994, playing second base and shortstop. Her teams were District and Regional Champions in 1991, 1992 and 1993 and Virginia State Champions in 1993. Melissa was selected All Met Team in 1994, Group AAA All State Team in 1993, and All Met Team as shortstop in 1994. She was also Gar-Field Softball MVP in 1994. Melissa’s teammates note her desire, discipline, dedication, hustle and sportsmanship both on and off the field. Melissa received a softball scholarship to Radford University and went onto have an outstanding collegiate softball career. She was invited to try out for the 2000 Olympic softball team. Melissa is currently a high school teacher and coach. |