SUMMER BREAK
WVU Potomac State College is out for summer, but the campus is still busy with camps, community events and upgrades. For this month op-ed, I asked PSC Athletic Director to highlight the amazing season our PSC softball team and coaches had this year.
The WVU Potomac State Softball team is no stranger to success and 2025 was certainly a season to remember. Potomac State has now won nine Region 20 Championships since 2015, with eight trips to the NJCAA Softball World Series. This year under first year Head Coach, Chris Greise, the Catamounts also saw PSC records broken in several categories. Their 39-6 season becomes the 3rd top season in school history. Their team batting average of .445 becomes the highest in program history and the “bomb squad” also crushed the former standing records of 507 hits and 89 homeruns by recording an impressive 528 hits and 107 homeruns. The team also had a .521 on base percentage and a .829 slugging percentage. They finished the 2025 season ranked 1st in the NJCAA in Division II softball for batting average, on base percentage, and slugging percentage.
Jamie Kelly, Braylee Corbin, Lindsay Mowry, Skyla Compton, and Ashton Spiker led the bomb squad, all recording double digit home runs and a collective 338 RBIs. Kelly is now tied with Alexa Shoemaker ‘24 and Alexis Bailey ‘23 on the leaderboard for homeruns and RBIs. Eva Ochoa brought the speed on the bases, recording 49 stolen bases and helping the Catamounts to be ranked 2nd nationally in that statistical category.
Chloe Greise continued to dominate from the pitching circle, logging 32 wins this season on 39 appearances with a 1.39 ERA. She recorded 227 strikeouts this season, making her career total 437. She joins the record book with the likes of Stacey Walton, Abby Peace, Taylor Townsend, and Brianne Stocks, showcasing her contributions to the team.
After such a stellar season the team experienced individual recognition as well.
Kelly, Greise, Corbin, Mowry, Lacie Miller, Compton, and Spiker were named the
to NJCAA Region 20 Division II Softball All-Region Teams. Greise, Corbin, Mowry,
Compton, Spiker and Kelly were named to the NFCA All-Region Team for the East,
being six of the 75 students honored nationally. Sophomore Braylee Corbin and
Freshman Skyla Compton were named NFCA All-Americans. Head Coach Chris Greise
was named the NJCAA Mid-Atlantic District Coach of the Year for Division II.
MONDAY, MAY 12
On Monday immediately following graduation, I took an early morning drive (6:30am) two hours to Clarksburg, WV for the President Catamount Chat Tour. Liberty High School seniors were engaged, and we recognized a future Catamount, Danielle Marsh, who received the Climb Higher Scholarship. The PSC President Catamount Chat Tour will resume in the fall adding Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania stops as well.
THURSDAY, MAY 15
I shared WVU Potomac State College updates to the local Rotary club with PSC alumni and colleagues. My luck rubbed off as the 50/50 winner I picked won by drawing an “Ace” card to win the cash prize. Thank you, Chris Hess, Interim Executive Director University Relations and Enrollment Management, for inviting me to speak, I look forward to joining!
FRIDAY, MAY 16
PSC Athletic Director Mandi Larkin celebrated the many accomplishments of our spectacular softball team during the send off party. The Wallace family and many employees from the college attended to show support as the Catamounts prepared for the NJCAA World Series!
SATURDAY, MAY 17
“Shipper STEAM Days: Big Adventures with Bluey” was a hit! WVU Potomac State College Mary F. Shipper Library hosted hundreds of children for hands-on activities and fun. Allyson and Kennedy enjoyed the experience and cupcakes! Special shout out to the PSC Business Librarian, Emily Zumbrun, for leading this program each year!
Big Adventures with Bluey attendees having fun
Kennedy Wallace enjoying coloring
Cruise in for Christ event: It’s car show season! Last Saturday Allyson and I took a drive to Burlington so we could participate in the Cruise in for Christ event. I had the pleasure of meeting alumni, PSC student parents and local leaders. Special thanks to Delegate Howell for the invitation.
SUNDAY, MAY 18
Congratulations Head Softball Coach Chris Greise for earning the NJCAA Mid-Atlantic District Coach of the Year honors for Division 2!
PSC Coach Greise
THURSDAY, MAY 22
Lights, cameras and action! This week I shot video footage across campus as we prepare to welcome students in the fall. After starting in the middle of the semester last year, I’m eager to kick this upcoming school year off with a few surprises.
Behind the scenes photos
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4 & THURSDAY, JUNE 5
The WVU Potomac State College Administration Building 200 conference room has been busy with ideas, collaboration and innovation. Wednesday, June 4, the Agriculture Advisory Committee explored future options and initiatives for students. The PSC agriculture program is beaming with potential we intend to unlock!
Thursday, June 5, the PSC Enrollment Management Team focused on brand awareness and PSC student experience. PSC offers a very unique college experience which can lead to either an associate or a bachelor’s degree unlike many other institutions.
Members of the PSC Agriculture Advisory Committee
FRIDAY, JUNE 6
We appreciated a nice lunch with former PSC student-athlete Scott Rotruck. Mr. Rotruck was a football player at PSC and currently serves on the West Virginia Department of Education board. Jack Thompson, WVU Director, Corporate Relations and PSC leaders were happy to host Scott back in his hometown of Keyser!
Phil Douthitt, Scott Rotruck, Megan Webb, and Dr. Wallace
Phil Douthitt, Scott Rotruck, Jack Thompson, and Dr. Wallace
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
The Mineral County Strawberry 🍓Festival had delicious treats for all ages. It was wonderful seeing so many PSC colleagues and community members enjoying the festivities! My mother flew in from Atlanta this week, so she was able to enjoy a taste of Keyser during her visit!
Allyson Wallace and Karen Wallace (Mom)
Strawberry Festival
MONDAY, JUNE 9
Thank you to WVU Tech President Stuart and the WVU Tech family for the thoughtful gift. Maxwell appreciates the opportunity to rock the Golden Bears 🐻 gear when he visits his grandparents in Beckley. I will take a trip to Beckley later this month to expand our partnerships within the WVU system.
Gift from WVU Tech President to Maxwell Wallace
TUESDAY, JUNE 10
We held a collaboration meeting with West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Thank you, Superintendent Burch, Principal Hesse and Transitions Coordinator Rachel Hansrote, for sharing ideas for connecting students to WVU Potomac State College.
4-H students on campus
Senior Olympics Welcome
FRIDAY, JUNE 13
I made the trip to Morgantown to attend the WVU Board of Governors meeting. I was happy to represent WVU Potomac State College and be present for President Gee’s final BOG meeting.
Dr. Wallace at WVU Morgantown Campus