August 10, 2007
The Lee's Summit Avalanche, a 16-and-under competitive girls fast-pitch softball team, captured third place in the USSSA Missouri State Championships tournament July 15-16 at Adair Park in Independence. Two Avalanche players were named all-state: Brianna Forbes and Jessica Thomsen. Team members include, front row (from left to right): Katie Thomsen, Jessica Thomsen; second row: Rachel Wilson, Sammi Mosier, Jessica Ann, Brianna Forbes, Jesse Backhus; third row: Emily Thomsen, Liga Blyholder, Lexi Carlile, Hanna Thomsen; fourth row: coaches David Backhus, Scott Forbes, Dave Mosier and Bob Burks. Submitted photo
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