Living in a town with a population of just over 2,000 people, Brooke Huitt emerged as the 2019 standout pitcher from Lathrop, Missouri. Many batters have fallen victim to her rise ball.

When asked what  she loved about pitching she explained,

I like having the ball in my hand every play of the game. I like being in control and command.

From the age of four, Huitt followed the path of softball that led her to the exciting reality of being recruiting to go to school and play softball. She spoke as though she's the luckiest girl in the world. "It's been a lot of fun. I didn't really expect to be like it is. Softball has given me a lot different opportunities. I've been very blessed to have all of these different opportunities." Huitt said.

She's taken unofficial visits to UMKC, William Jewell and plans to visit more schools this winter.

During a time when players are feeling the pressure to commit early, Huitt is composed.

My parents are encouraging me to take my time. It's a lot to make a decision at this age. My mom tells me that, 'In the end I'll end up where God wants me to be.' So I just put that in perspective. I know that whatever school I end up being at I'm meant to be at.

If Huitt had to choose to stay home or go out of state, she welcomes both options.

Brooke Huitt

Hometown: Lathrop, MO
High School: Lathrop
Position: P/OF
Club Team: Top Gun Academy Sciara
Accomplishments: Won 2016 AA state championship. 2016 First team All-Conference pitcher, First team All-District Pitcher, First Team All-Region pitcher, First-Team All-State pitcher.


What do you look for in a school? I really think I want to be a nurse. I'm trying to make sure that all of the schools that I'm going to visit support nursing or offer nursing. Also a competitive softball program.

Why is softball the sport for you? It's always been my favorite sport. I love to practice. I love to get better. Prove people wrong. Improve every single day.

What has been your favorite softball moment? Winning the state championship with my sister who was our catcher at the time.

Do you play any other sports? Basketball

What was the last song? Holy Spirit by Francesca Battistelli

If you weren't playing softball, what would you be doing? Hanging out with my friends.

If you had to describe yourself in one word on the field and off the field what would it be?
On the field: composed
Off the field: fun-loving

Favorite Food: Pasta

Favorite Movie: Soul Surfer

If you could be mentored or coached by anybody for one day, who would that be? Jennie Finch

If you had a super power, what would it be? Reading minds

When your softball career is all said and done and you decide to hang up the cleats, what do you hope people would say about you?

I hope people would say that I was one of the hardest workers that they've ever seen. And they could see the passion through my eyes when I was playing the game.