FRESHMAN 2010: Appeared in 17 games, starting 9 ... scored a home run and two RBIs at New Mexico on Feb. 20 ... earned two RBIs against Simon Fraser on Apr. 3.
CHAPARRAL HIGH SCHOOL: A 2009 graduate of Chaparral High School ... was a four year varsity starter for the Firebirds ... concluded 2009 season with a 27-8 overall record ... following which she was named to the All-Scottsdale Republic First Team, All-City First Team and All-Region First Team ... was also team's captain and Defensive MVP ... earned Chaparral Firebird Leadership Award in 2006, 2007 and 2008 ... was team's batting leader in 2006 with a .427 average, .525 on base percentage, 40 hits and 17 walks ... concluded career with 70 RBIs and five home runs.
PERSONAL: Full name is Caitlin Melnychenko, born December 12, 1990 ... daughter of Alison and Mark Melnychenko ... majoring in sport and exercise science.