Wednesday afternoon in front of her coaches, teammates, friends, and family, three-sport standout Marissa Warren made her choice of collegiate destination.
The 2023 all-state selection signed her letter of intent to attend the University of Toledo and play softball for the Rockets. When asked why she chose Toledo, it was the fit with her intended major of exercise science and the program’s style of softball.
“For me, it was ultimately the coaching staff,” Warren said. “Coach (Bracamonte) is changing the environment there and bringing a better culture. I love what she is trying to do and I think her coaching style really fits with my personal style.”
Warren helped lead Big Rapids to three straight district titles and back to back conference championships during her three years starting on varsity. She also collected 1st team All-Conference and Pioneer Dream Team honors individaully all three years.
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