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| Class:
Sophomore
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| Hometown:
Howard City, Mich.
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| High School (College):
Tri-County (Tri-State)
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| Bats/Throws:
Right/Right
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| Height:
5-8
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| Position:
First Base
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College: 2005: Will serve in a backup capacity at first base . . . Tall and strong . . . Possesses a great attitude and work ethic . . . Will utilize this season to gain experience for playing time in the future . . . Comes to Ferris via Tri-State University.
2004: Competed in three games at Tri-State in Angola, Ind. . . . Received only one at bat . . . Recorded two putouts and assists apiece as a reserve centerfielder.
High School: Two-time (2001-02) All-Western WaterwaysActivities Conference selection at Tri-County High School in Howard City, Mich. . . . Coached by Al Cummings . . . 2003 graduate . . . Posted a .383 batting average with 47 base hits as a senior in leading the Vikings to a 27-8 overall record and the school's first-ever state tournament quarterfinal appearance . . . Helped guide TCHS twice (2002-03) to both conference and district championships, which included a school-record 31 victories in 2002 . . . Batted .432 during junior campaign with 48 hits and 24 RBI . . . Hit for a .310 average as a sophomore in the 2001 season . . . Recipient of squad's Hustle Award twice (2002-03) . . . Finished with a .410 batting average . . . Two-time (2001-02) all-league honoree in basketball . . . Earned three letters each in softball and basketball . . . Special Olympics volunteer for two years.
Personal: Born 2/14/85 in Grand Rapids, Mich. . . . Daughter of Rick and Patty Bergman . . . Father is a tool and die maker while mother is a elementary school teacher . . . Her mom competed in track at Ferris State . . . Her sister, Nikki is presently a member of the Tri-State University women's basketball team . . . Likes watching and playing any sport . . . Nickname is "Bergie" . . . Criminal justice major.
On Deck With Bergman:
Why I chose Ferris State: Outstanding criminal justice program and the opportunity to play college softball
The thing I like most about Ferris State Softball: The players and the way I was welcomed when I first arrived
When I step on the field I think: Don't fall
Advice to youngsters: Have fun! You're only young once so enjoy it
My friends tell me: my life could be a sitcom
What has been the most thrilling moment of your life outside of sports?: White water rafting in Colorado
Something unusual about me is that: I was voted class clown and named Miss Lovely Legs in high school
My pregame ritual is: to use the restroom
My role model is: My grandmother Ludtke. She's 85 years old and the mother of 11 children. She's worked hard all of her life and is a strong woman along with being a good person
The motto I live by: Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard
I can't live without: my mom and sports
My best non-athletic talent is: break dancing
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