MONTICELLO – Head softball coach at the University of Arkansas at Monticello Alvy Early has announced the signing of three players to join the team in 2010.

The first is Faith Lund. Lund is a 5-8 pitcher from Bentonville, Ark. and a product of Early’s son Kent. “I think Faith is one of the top players in Arkansas,” said Early. “I’ve been able to follow her closely, and she is not only an outstanding pitcher, but she can also hit the ball well with power.

Also joining the team in 2010 is Lauren Webster. Webster is a 5-7 outfielder from Ben Wheeler Texas. “Lauren has outstanding ability to cover ground in the outfield and is a smart base runner,” said Early. “She can slap or hit away at the plate, while also hitting well for average.”

The last of the three is Maggie Sands. Sands is a 5-3 catcher and outfielder from Ferris, Texas. “Maggie has outstanding quickness from the left side and she puts the ball in play at a very high percentage,” said Early. “She does a good job behind the plate and has great ability to throw runners out.”

“I am very pleased to sign these three,” said Early. “All three of them have great athletic ability, but they are also tremendous students, the type of players I strive to put on the field.”