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Lady Buffs nab Robinson for Softball
Tim Chambers Holly tutored Jessica Robinson before her high school days and looks to add some much-needed depth to his pitching. "We're looking for Jessica to come in and strengthen our pitching staff," he said. "She also could see a dual role in the infield or outfield because she a very good athlete. She has the talent to play." Robinson has been a standout on the diamond for three seasons as a Cyclone. She received several awards, including the top defensive player as a freshman. During her sophomore campaign, Robinson batted .317 while compiling a pitching record of 8-5 with a 2.20 ERA. She was named to the all-conference and all-district teams, plus received the pitching award. Robinson pitched in 20 games as a junior against some brutal opposition, finishing with an ERA of 2.37, winning nine games. She was again voted all-conference, all-tournament and received the pitching award for the second consecutive season. Playing at Milligan was a goal that Jessica has had for quite some time. "This means so much to me because it's always been my dream to be a part of the Buffalo softball program," Robinson said. "Coach Holly has worked with me for four years, and I really wanted to play softball for him." Jessica touched on her late dad (Charlie) as having the biggest influence on her life. "Dad always was there for me, believed in me and pushed me as far as I could go," she said. "I still think of the many hours we spent working together on the softball field. Without dad and Angie, I wouldn't have been able to do any of this." "This is probably the most bittersweet memory of my life," said her mother, Angie Robinson. "It was definitely a dream of mine and Charlie's. Her dad was her rock, her salvation and I just hope he able to see all this and I believe he does. As a mother, I'm just extremely proud of Jessica. She's worked really hard for this." "She and I are much more than mother and daughter. I'm as proud of parent as there could be. I'll also be attending a lot of Milligan softball games." Jessica was much appreciated to her grandparents, Frank and Ann Robinson. "They've always been supportive in everything I do and I'm looking forward to seeing them at my home games," Jessica said. "They have been very special in my life." Miss Ann was all smiles when told that the softball field was not very far from her home in Golf Course Acres. Frank just sat back and enjoyed the moment like on proud papaw. Cyclone head softball coach Kenny Hardin talked about what Jessica has meant to the Cyclone program. "She's been a big part of turning this program around and getting us to where we need to be," he said. "Having kids like Jessica sign with Milligan means so much for our team and the school. Jessica and Charlie meant so much to our program. They just had that special father, daughter relationship and I know he would really be proud of her today." Hardin looks for Robinson to lead the pitching staff plus play a big role in the offense as a hitter and the defense as an infielder. Jessica has two older brothers, Josh and Jeremy, who attended the signing. All of her teammates were present as well. Robinson hopes to leave her mark on Cyclone softball. "I think we're going to be a good team this season," she said. "Our goal is getting to the state tournament." Hopefully come late May or early June, another Robinson milestone will have been reached -- a Cyclone softball state championship.
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