Softball: ‘Coachable’ Olentangy Berlin Bears driven to succeed
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The Olentangy Berlin softball team features six players returning from 2019, including four starters, as coach Jenna Tullis tries to make the most of a more experienced roster.
Senior first baseman Allie Burkhart batted .384 with two homers, 13 RBI and 16 runs as a sophomore, while senior Remy Camp and junior Syd Billy started at shortstop and second base, respectively. Junior Kali Bateman returns at pitcher, and senior outfielders Sydney Cain and Autumn LeFevre also saw varsity time.
“We have a nice blend of young players and veterans, and I think the girls have a willingness to learn and grow,” Tullis said. “They are open and coachable and constantly want feedback in order to get better. The girls are willing to stay after practice for reps, and they want to get better.”
Robert Elbert Johnston
1930 2020
Robert Johnston died five days after his 90th birthday on Dec. 8, having successfully lived with several illnesses for many years. He was born in Oakland, the elder son of John and Louise Johnston.
After graduating from Piedmont high school in Oakland, he enlisted in the U.S. Airforce and then the Air Force Reserve. He was honorably discharged in 1957 just in time for his marriage to Delorale (Doe) Johnston.
After receiving his master’s degree from UC Berkeley, Robert moved with his wife and young children to Vallejo where he began his teaching career in Physical education. A sport enthusiast, Robert coached basketball and was very involved in team sports. Soon after receiving his doctorate in education, he moved again, this time to Davis, arriving there in 1971. He spent the next 22 years as principal of Emerson Junior High and also Holmes Junior High, retiring in 1992. He was a dedicated teacher and administrator, much beloved by his coll