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(800) 883-3031 Smith Continued from Page 9 Obviously, Smith has earned her mark on the A&M team, but she almost decided against com ing to A&M. “My fir st choice was Cal-Poly [San Luis Obispo] because I didn’t want to leave home,” Smith said. “But I changed my mind when I came on my recruiting trip here, and even though it has been hard, the team has really kept me from being homesick.” One person who has been able to help Smith adjust to being so far from home is freshman second- baseman Angie Long. Not only are Long and Smith both from California, but the two freshmen also hold starting posi tions in the heart of the infield. Long said the strongest bond between them is their ability to communicate. “She makes it easier for me be cause I have never played second base before,” Long said. “She talks to me a lot and we are with each other most of the time. On the field, she has a good arm and good range, so she is able to cover balls hit by lefties and shippers, which makes her a key player on our defense.” Overall, Jackson said the Lady Aggies are comfortable with Smith at shortstop. “The team knows that when the Page Wednesday • April9,1 ball is hit to her, she isgoingtof it,” Jackson said. “Thissaysa because she is only a freshm Not only has she steppedupfon but she has matured as well 1 ’ For Smith, the sky istheliraii least as long as the team neverfs new equipment. “1 always wear the same whether it be my visor or deal Smith said. “We got newdeatsjii still like to wear the old ones beta 1 am superstitious about everyi T ■uroul hirdf Johnson Continued from Page9 pill "Kamie is dedicated tosdi trey Mead Coach Jo Evans said 1 hesi spends more time on herstui nar than any other athlete I've hail iqw On the softball field, JoIik db' is one of the hardest workers the team. Assistant coach; Bi| Jackson described her as hac teyr an abundant supply of ener and being a great team player :ead as t;| ounl )Utd| Jackson said Johnson aki nd c an be heard cheeringsomeo akiil on. and always is huggingsoe lusil one to congratulate them.! ’ropl said Johnson also is constat Boif working to improve herplay, md 1 “She is pretty' intense whens: out diere,” Jackson said. “Shew to get the job done and wants to better with every practice." Although Johnson doesrBheyl get as much playing time aji loci| would like, she never gives up stops working when she g frustrated. With the suppon ougl her teammates and coachpienl Johnson is making the ment to the college levelandjr ting used to the tough level play of collegiate sports. It’s hard to come froraliftiell school, where you playedali relpl time, to college and sit [will teal| bench,” Johnson said. “Co; Evans has really helped smooth that transition." Johnson said beingastudeijeve athlete has made her a well-rounded person. Shell: learned from the doubleresps sibil ity of practicing intenseiyi a sport and being a good stud In addition to herexperier in the classroom and on the fe Johnson now has anotfierei ment of leadership inherlife she pledged ZetaTau Alphamti Tei fall. During her freshmamr w l Johnson did not meet as V ; ^ ft people as she had wanted toi Wo was searching for more avei to explore leadership. Oneotfe ^ teammates was a Zeta, whops suaded Johnson to rush. “I am so glad I did,” J„ said. “All of the Zetas havebti ) e very supportive of me. I’vema )ox so many new friends.” Johnson has taken the time explore as many opportunities possible for leadership and grow as a person while at A&! as well as keep up her studies. Johnson plans to keep grades high, as she would like eventually work in the medic field. For now, Johnson will coi a ' tinue to work hard, improved | ll 'l' play and prepare for her last W years on the team. Although si does not see much gametifi L| Johnson still contributes to tit ves team overall. nili| “It is fun to coach Kani % Evans said. "She has a tough rtf on but she handles it well. Sheisfij hearted, and she makes it fun. 1 Johnson loves the game,lid loo coach and her teammates. SI|o 0 derives satisfaction ffomwoi hard and seeing the results inti! success of the team. Johnson said softball is oned the most rewarding aspects her life, and the atmosphei makes her feel good. “The field is your homevlif you step between those Johnson said. bacj thinl he i ihej Cowboys sign Garrett IRVING (AP) — Quarterback 1 son Garrett, who has thrownei passes over the last two seasc- signed a three-year contractTue# to remain with the Dallas Cowlf Garrett has been one of Troy ; man’s backups for four years,# 1 Wilson has been the primary bad the last two seasons. Garrett drew mild interest!' other teams. In his only pro start led Dallas to a team-record 36? ond-half points in a 42-31 comet victory over the Green Bay Pah' on Thanksgiving 1994. For his career, Garrett is 32-f for 466 yards and three touchdo with two interceptions. Dallas also signed 6-foot-6,? pound defensive end Oluwasfl (Mike) Odumuyiwa, who playert year of semi-pro football after lee Eastern Illinois University.