2008 Season Outlook: Coon will be counted on to provide a solid presence in the middle of the Bulldogs' batting order as well as serving as a mentor to the team's young pitchers. Coon's ability to get on base (.363 OBP, 9 walks) will be an asset anywhere in the order.
As a Freshman: Coon started all 46 games behind
the plate for the Bulldogs, and emerged as a serious offensive
threat. Coon was second on the team with a .322 batting average
behind only 2007 NE-10 Player of the Year Amanda Wilbur.Her .407
slugging percentage, 38 hits, 48 total bases, and 7 doubles were
also among the top five Bulldogs. Coon was also solid defensively
behind the plate, with a .976 fielding percentage and 2 pick offs
on the season.
Before Bryant: Ashley is a 2006 graduate of Conwell Egan Catholic High School where she started three years at catcher. During her time at Egan, the Cardinals won four Philadelphia Catholic League Championships.Coon also played four years of field hockey and was an honor roll student all four years of high school
Personal: Ashley Marie Coon was born August 1, 1988. She is the daughter of James and Sharon Coon. She is a Communications major.