Thunder Premier 16u Team Details

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Thunder Premier 16u is our college showcase team comprised of players that are interested in playing fastpitch softball at the next level. Upon completion of the high school season, this group will participate in several PGF tournaments and other showcase events. We invite you to learn more about this wonderful collection of young athletes and all of our coaches are happy to provide additional information upon request. Thank you for your interest in learning more about Thunder Premier 16u.


Summer Tournament Schedule

Date(s)
Event
Location
June 10th – 12th
2023 PGF National Qualifier
(see our schedule here)
Crown Point, IN
July 6th – 9th
Triple Crown / Primetime Summer Championships
Romeoville, IL
July 20th – July 23rd
PGF 2023 4th Annual Super 7 Elite Showcase
Evansville, IN


Coach Biographies




Head Coach:
Jon Kee
Coach Kee has over a decade's experience coaching fastpitch softball and basketball at a variety of levels. He is the co-Founder and President of Thunder Fastpitch and has two daughters currently playing for the program. He was a two-sport athlete in high school and has a high-level knowledge of the fastpitch game. Coach Kee also leads our recruiting support program that aims to help connect Thunder players with collegiate playing opportunities.


Assistant Coach, Defense and Catchers:
Jackie Orel
Jackie is in her fifth year playing college softball as a starting catcher/outfielder at Elmhurst University. She is working to obtain her teaching license for physical education K-12 and is majoring in physical education with a minor in health education. She has been coaching for four years prior to starting with the Thunder, serving as the Head Coach of 16u and 18u Illinois Patriots and Assistant Coach of Northern Ice 16u. She has also been giving catching lessons for the past two years. 


Assistant Coach, Hitting:
Kalvin Thongchamleunsouk
Kalvin graduated with an associates degree in Science at Kankakee Community College then transferred to Elmhurst college and earned an Exercise science Degree. He is a National Gold Glove winner, winning Best Defensive Second Baseman in the nation, All region and 2nd team All-American during his collegiate career. Kalvin's extensive hitting knowledge and connections to Midwest recruiting makes him a valuable addition to the coaching staff.


Assistant Coach
Samantha Elenz
Sam is a current softball player at Harper College and plays outfield/shortstop. She is working toward earning her associates degree in Communications and will transfer to a four year school to continue playing softball. She played travel softball for the Illinois Patriots. She was a two sport athlete playing basketball as well. Sam has a passion for coaching and is driven to help younger athletes reach the goals they have set for themselves, and have a positive impact on them.


Thunder Player Development:
Kellie Fox
Fox is a two-time All-American in two years of eligibility after transferring to Arizona and 2014 Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year, member of the U.S. National Team (2014, 2015), and led Arizona in batting average as a senior (.400).


Player Biographies

#00



Name: Gianna Catanzano
Position:
CA / OF
High School: Prospect High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right

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#3



Name: Julia Nay
Position: 
OF / 3B
High School: Prospect High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: 
Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304842584

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#5



Name: Sami Taylor
Position: 
OF
High School: Glenbrook North High School
Graduating Class: 2025
Bats: 
Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304850862

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#7



Name: Elizabeth Aicher
Position:
SS / 2B
High School: Prospect High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304836268

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#9



Name: Aubrey Widmayer
Position:
SS / OF
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2212735300

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#10



Name: Allie Rorer
Position:
RHP, 1B
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2025
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304852566

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#11



Name: Mary Linker
Position: 
3B / 2B
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats:
Left    
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2212740285

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#14



Name: Libby McDonough
Position: 
CA / OF
High School: Prospect High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: 
Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304839504

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#17



Name: Gabby Felman
Position: 
RHP / OF
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: 
Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2212741352

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#26



Name: Viansa Pollina
Position:
OF / Utility
High School: Wheeling High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right

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#27



Name: Maggie Marchialette
Position: 
RHP / 3B / OF
High School: Prospect High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2203470286

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#28



Name: Vivienne DeRosa
Position: 
RHP, 1B, OF
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2026
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304833965

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#29



Name: Allie Kirch
Position:
CA / OF
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2027
Bats: Right     
Throws: 
Right
NCAA ID: 2304837360

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#77

Name: Payton Kee
Position: 
RHP / 1B
High School: John Hersey High School
Graduating Class: 2025
Bats:
Right     
Throws:
Right
NCAA ID: 2304833589

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