ARC’s Grubert Earns All-State Honors

American River College softball's Kayla Grubert has earned All-State honors from the California Community College Fastpitch Coaches Association. The recognition caps an impressive sophomore season for the outfielder from Paradise High School.

Grubert led the state with 54 steals in 38 games, being caught only 4 times. She led the ARC Beavers in most offensive categories including a .415 batting average, 54 hits, 36 runs and 57 total bases. She added 3 doubles and 8 RBI on the season.

Grubert was nearly flawless with the glove as she sported a .951 fielding percentage, 70 put-outs, 7 assists and 1 double play.

To top it off, Grubert had a 1-0 2.63 pitching line, appearing in 8 games (1 start), 18.2 innings, and recording 5 Ks.

As a freshman in 2017, Grubert led the Beavers with a .421 batting average and 18 steals. She also compiled a 5-3 pitching record with a 2.43 ERA, 1 save and 3 complete games.

Photos taken by David Sanborn.