Ella Stephenson

At the end of the day, it's the end of the day.

I love boating and swimming in the summer time. As well as snowboarding in the winter time. I live in a small town which borders one of the nicest lake, it's in Michigan, Lake St. Clair. Whenever my family and I get the chance we go out on the water. It's super fun to tie off with other boats and hangout with friends and family.

The University of Michigan

I chose to go to Michigan because of the amazing academics, resources, and atmosphere they have. I loved everything about it when I went on my visit there. The staff is awesome and so were the other plays I met. I also chose Michigan because it was close to home. I’m very excited to be there next year!

My brothers inspired me to play the game of softball. I grew up at the ball field because of them and I always looked up to them. I wanted to play a game similar to there’s and that’s what lead me to softball.

Both my older brothers play/played D1 collegiate baseball. Grant is a senior at Xavier University and is an infielder. Luke played 3 years at Xavier University, one year with Grant which was awesome, and then two years at Elon University. Luke is a catcher.

My dad also played collegiate baseball. He played at Michigan State University. He was also an outfielder and wore #25, that’s where I got my number from.
My momma played multiple sports in high school. She has been a huge supporter during my athletic journey. She gives the best advice to my brothers and I. Love you momma.

My great grandparents have been married over 75 years and are 97 and watching this right now! They never miss watching the great grandchildren’s sports! Mary & Walter are celebrating 76 years of marriage this year! Congrats

I hope my legacy in softball inspires the younger generation coming up. I love to teach and coach. My overall goal is to pass the game on and be that player younger girls look up to. I currently give softball lessons to local girls in my area, and I hope to continue that throughout college and maybe one day be a coach.

I was a three sport athlete in high school. I played four years of varsity volleyball, basketball, and softball. I was very fortunate to grow up in the small town of Algonac, everyone is super close and I love our community. Our school’s mascot is the Muskrats since we live near the water. Our famous saying when facing opponents that came to place us was welcome to the swamp! During our softball season we called ourselves the dirty rats!