A pair of softball standouts with Richmond connections will be continuing their careers with the UBC Thunderbirds this fall.
Margarita Sison is heading to the Point Grey campus after helping the White Rock '94 Renegades place fourth at last month's U18A Provincial Championships, which earned them a trip to this week's nationals in Montreal.
The Burnett secondary graduate will be lining up behind the plate and at third base for the T-Birds.
"Marga is a solid catcher that has a good eye for the ball," said UBC head coach Phil Thom. "She comes with a strong bat and has an accurate throw to second base.
"She is an excellent student and has a strong desire to come to UBC for an excellent education while enjoying varsity softball."
Sison, who will be entering UBC's Faculty of Arts, says the program is a perfect fit for her.
"I chose UBC because I want to receive the best education I possibly can, which I know I will get at UBC, plus I am getting the opportunity to continue playing the game I love," she said.
The Thunderbirds' freshman class also includes Leanne Jung who suited up for the Richmond '94 Islanders this past season.
"I chose UBC because it has a great kinesiology program, and the school has an overall great reputation, the whole package," said Jung.
"It has excellent academics, and it has excellent athletics and an excellent softball team.
"When I got the letter of acceptance, it was really exciting. I kept pinching and slapping myself.
"Starting a new chapter in my life is something I'm really looking forward to."
Thom describes Jung as a positive player with good speed who will provide further depth at catcher.
UBC finished 13-25-1 last season, playing at the NAIA level with all but one player slated to return.
