Lee County's Glover signs on to play for Andrew College
Christina Glover's determination more than makes up for her size.

LEESBURG — Christina Glover didn't like not making Lee County High School's softball team last year.
She didn't sulk about it long, however. When the high school sports world threw her a curve, she struck back with a vengeance. It motivated Glover to work even harder, knowing she had the potential to make that team. - College Football -
Recently, Andrew College head coach P.D. Anglea saw that potential Glover knew she had all along and gave her a scholarship to play for his team. She signed with the junior college in Cuthbert on Tuesday at the Kinchafoonee Softball Complex.
"It was really exciting," Glover said, recalling her scholarship offer. "I'm getting money toward my college tuition for just playing softball. My dad had been pushing me since day one, and it's just a really good feeling." - College Football -
At just 4-foot-11, Glover doesn't exactly fit the size of your typical softball player. But it was her grit during her tryout that impressed Anglea.
"The determination she had, that more than made up for her size," Anglea said. "She really wants to play softball." - College Football -
Of the six candidates who tried out by practicing with Andrew's team, Glover's glove work and speed made her stand out. In fact, Anglea not only is going to give Glover a chance to start in the outfield, he also was impressed with her bat and foot speed. With those abilities, she could also be used as a pinch-runner.
This is just the culmination of a softball journey that started at age 7 for Glover.
"While with my friends, we always got out and practiced, and that made me like the game even more," Glover said. "But by the time I was 13, I lost interest because softball became more about winning. You've got to have fun. Fun is what it's all about. It's nice to win, but if you're not having fun it ain't worth it." - College Football -
Glover said she hadn't played fast-pitch softball in a year and recently played in a slow-pitch league affiliated with the Lee County Parks and Recreation Department. That isn't as big an obstacle as having to overcome injuries she sustained in an auto accident June 17. She had a punctured lung, a bruised liver and three fractures in her pelvis.
"Other than that, I'm fine," Glover said with a laugh. "I can't wait until I play softball again."
Despite the injuries, Glover's doctor said she could be playing this fall. - College Football -
"I'm expecting her to play," Anglea said. "She told me she was going to be ready to play so I believe her."

Scott Chancey