“I like pitches low and outside,” said Kerper, who was captain of the La Jolla Country Day squad for her junior and senior years. “I don’t swing at inside balls.”
Impressed with Kerper’s slugging stroke and mature attitude, Allard has designated the rookie the heir apparent to senior Cecily Gordon at first base.
“I look for her to get time this year as an outfielder and designated player, a hitter in the lineup and as a backup to Cecily,” Allard said. “Next year, we’re planning to move her to first.”
In the meantime, Kerper leaves no doubt of her expectations for the team.
“I tell myself every day we’re going to win Ivies,” Kerper said.
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Her bat may end up being a big reason why.