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What a great opportunity
for players - to be able to see other areas of the USA and play
a game that we love. It's an education on and off the field and
a chance to meet and interact with other players and coaches.
Celeste Knierim, St. Louis Community College at Meramec (MO)
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Elite Sports
International is, without a doubt, THE opportunity of a lifetime
for athletes and coaches. It is an excellent recruiting tool
that has become an integral part of our program. As a coach, it
is an excellent opportunity to network with some of the best
coaches from all over the world. For the athletes, it allows
them the opportunity to travel, see many sights, get a taste of
other cultures and make friendships that will last a lifetime. I
can see the Elite Sports experience only continuing to get
better because of their awesome staff. Joel, Greg, Diane, Gary,
and Sam run a top-notch program that I would fully recommend to
anyone who has the opportunity to participate in. Thanks are in
order for Elite Sports from all of 'Team Kansas'. We WILL see
you next year!!
Sandy Erickson, Emporia State University (Kansas) |
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The staff at ESI has
provided an opportunity for my program, players and myself to
experience things we would not have otherwise. This past summer,
we traveled to Hawaii and had a wonderful time. It was a mixture
of athletic, cultural, educational and historical experiences.
The folks at ESI should be commended for the service they are
providing these young athletes...friendships and memories to
last a lifetime!
Stacy Johnson, Corning Community College (NY)
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My trip to Hawaii was incredible! I had the opportunity to take a
team and compete with some great athletes from several
states. I think it was a great recruiting tool for me and also
allowed me to work with some of the finest coaches in College
Softball. I would truly recommend this to players who want to be
a part of something special, to be able to play the game we love
in such a beautiful part of the world!
Suzanne Kerr, Butler County Community College |
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I just finished my third trip with ESI. They do a great job
with the organization of the tournament and the sight seeing is
unbelievable. The Hyatt Regency hotel is nicer than any place I
have ever stayed. Thanks again ESI for the opportunity.
Eric Iverson, Northeastern Oklahoma A & M College (OK)
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Our trip to Holland was definitely a good experience! Visiting a
new country and meeting athletes and coaches from all over was
amazing. I think it not only opened my eyes, but my whole teams'
eyes to the difference in our cultures. Despite the different
backgrounds, one thing is certain.........SOFTBALL is a major
sport in this part of the world! This trip allowed coaches to
recruit from other parts of the world, and athletes to play
against some very talented teams! We appreciate
you and your staff!
Mandy Gaylor-Cole, Butler County Community College (KS) |
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This trip to Hawaii was a great opportunity for coaches and
athletes. Both gained lifelong relationships.
Lana Ross, Iowa Western Community College |
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I want to tell you (ESI) how much I appreciate being given the
opportunity to be a part of a pretty cool organization. I think
this experience, for the players and coaches, is priceless. I
cannot tell you how much of an impact this trip has made on the
lives of the athletes on my team. Like the girls, I made new
friends for life. I had the chance to meet coaches from all over
the country. I especially want to say “Thanks” to the ESI staff,
for a job well done. When we originally talked you didn't give
me the “whole scoop,” Hawaii and everything involved was 100
times better than you ever said it would be. Everything was
perfect, thank you again.
Ken Passante, Briarcliffe College (NY)
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Coach Howie Smith |
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Coach Richie Nye, Carl Albert State College (OK) |
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Coach Jake Schumann, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TX) |
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Coach Emily Moore-Russell, Lee University, (TN) |
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Coach Jen Fisher, Otero Junior College, (CO) |
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Coach Melissa McCloskey |
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Coach Dawn Reed, Rogers State University (OK) |
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