THREE INDUCTED INTO CSM HALL OF

THREE INDUCTED INTO CSM HALL OF FAME

August 1, 2005 - Three new members were inducted into the College of Southern Maryland Hall of Fame on May 18 at the at the CSM Spring Banquet, held at the Waldorf Jaycee Center. The new inductees are Ken Barnas (tennis), Liz Estevez Mau (softball), and Bethany Brady (softball).

Ken Barnas played tennis at CSM in 1984-85, and was 50-0 in MDJUCO competition. He was Region XX Singles Champion (#1) and Region XX Doubles Champion (#1) in 1984 and 1985.

Liz Estevez Mau and Bethany Brady played on arguably the strongest softball teams CSM has ever fielded, in 1999 and 2000. During the 1999 campaign the Hawks were 29-12, and CSM was 38-8 in 2000, for a combined record of 67-20 (.690) during their time at CSM. The Hawks were MDJUCO and Region XX Champions in 1999 and 2000, advancing the the National Tournament both years. In 2000 CSM finished the season ranked 7th in the country.

Liz Estavez Mau was the anchor of the pitching staff both years. She was selected 1st Team All American in 2000, and led the nation with a 0.99 ERA. She was selected to the All Tournament Team at the National Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona.

Bethany Brady was 3rd Team All American in 1999, and 1st Team All American in 2000. The slick fielding shortstop holds the school record with 68 RBI's knocked in during the 2000 season.

Plaques were given to each inductee, with a picture from their playing days, and a list of some of their accomplishments. An identical copy will be placed in the CSM PE Center, in a newly established Hall of Fame Section. Eventually plaques will be placed for all the other members of the Hall of Fame.

We caught up with each new inductee and asked them some questions about their playing career, and what they are doing now:

LIZ ESTEVEZ MAU
(Softball 1999-2000)

1. What did it feel like to be inducted into the CSM Hall of Fame?

It was such an honor to be inducted into the CSM Hallof Fame. I feel like it was a great end to my softball career. My family and coaches really put a lot of time and effort into coaching me and supporting me over the years so they should really be proud. I wouldn't have been able to do anything without them. Tommy and Johnny are just great guys and they put so much into the program, it really shows.

2. Share some of your memories from your playing career. What were the highlights?

Wow, I just had so much fun. My most memorable experience was beating Catonsville my second year. They were definitely our rival and I wanted nothing more than to beat them to win the Regional Championship and to earn a trip to Arizona. I don't think I have ever been so motivated. Going to Arizona was such a great experience as well. IT WAS SO HOT!! We had such a good group of girls and everyone got along so well. We were all in it for the same reasons and that showed. We not only played together on the field, we all hung out together all the time. It was
great. Another fun memory that I had happened my first year when we went to Kansas for the National Tournament. We decided to surprise Tommy and Johnny and "decorate" their hotel room (with toilet paper) they were not very happy. We sure did have fun! One memory that I do have was my last game ever. We were in Arizona, I think it was our second game of the day and I just kinda sat back and realized that this might be my last game ever. It was kind of bittersweet because you look back on all of the years and practice and I really felt proud of what I had accomplished over that time. I went on to play a semester with the University of Delaware, but it just wasn't the same. I cherish the memories that I had in Charles County
playing softball !!

3. What has happened in your life since leaving CSM?

Right now I am living in Parkville, MD which is just north of Baltimore. I work in a law firm in the city as a paralegal. I graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor's in Sport Management and minor in Business Administration. Somehow I ended up a paralegal so I'm not sure how that happened :) Eventually I would like to utilize my degree and possibly work as an athletic director.
I also got married last year to a great guy. His name is Jon. We met working at Applebee's in college. He is now an RN at GBMC in the Operating Room. We have plans to move to Wilmington, NC within the next couple of years. He was in the navy and lived in North Carolina and just absolutely loved it, so he wants to go back. And of course I would love to live at the beach!

4. What are your goals for the future?

I would love to be successful in my career. I also would like to start a family within the next couple of years (before I get too old :)) I can't wait to teach my children how to play ball!! I would also like to someday end up coaching at the high school level. My coaches had such a great impact on my life and I want to do the same for others.

5. Are you still involved with softball in anyway?

Unfortunately I don't play on an organized team. My husband, Jon, and I usually go out and play catch a couple times a week. I did coach a little last year but was not able to do it this year because of my workhours.

6. Do you still stay in touch with any of your CSM teammates?

I haven't talked with many of them in a while. I really miss them and never wanted to lose touch but I guess it just happens sometimes. They were some of my best friends. I think we should have a reunion sometime. Maybe I will have to plan that:)

Also just wanted to add that at the awards ceremony I forgot to thank probably the most important people in my career, my family. I want to thank my father for everything that he has done for me. He made me practice when I didn't want to, he would catch for me
when I am sure he didn't want to, he really pushed me and helped me so much. I want to thank my mother who was always there cheering us on, making sure we had enough Gatorade, and just being very supportive. I also want to thank my poor brother, who had to sit through approx. 500 games over the years when there were many other things he could have been doing. He didn't like it most of the time, but he hung in there and supported me all along. I would also like to thank all of my coaches over the years, you really don't think about the impact that they have on you until you look back at it. I really feel that they were instrumental in shaping me as a person. I also want to thank Mr. Bill Hitte who once told my dad when I was about 9 that I would NEVER be a pitcher. Ha Ha, he was my first coach and thought that the sling shot route wasn't really the way to go. I took his advice and switched to windmill. Boy, am I glad that I did that
:) Thanks, Mr. Hitte.

BETHANY BRADY
(Softball 1999-2000)

What did it feel like to be inducted into the CSM Hall of Fame?
I was very honored to be chosen knowing there are so many great players who have played in the program.

Share some of your memories from your playing career. What were the highlights?
I have so many memories of the 2 years that I played for CSM that I think that it would turn into the article instead of just being part of it. It was a great experience being on such a successful team.

What has happened in your life since leaving CSM?
I have been very busy with life. I am getting married in September and in the middle of buying a house in Millersville MD.

What are your goals for the future?
I just want to live my life to the fullest.

Are you still involved with your sport in any way?
I try to be. I play slow pitch softball for rec leagues.

Do you still stay in touch with any of your CSM teammates?
Not really. Of course I still talk to Angela Ellis but we were best friends then and things haven’t changed since. But as for the rest of the gang I really don’t see them or talk to them. I do try and keep up with what everyone is up to but that is hard when you only see them every once in awhile. But when I do run into them it is like when we were playing together. They are like my family and always will be. I miss all of them.

KEN BARNAS
(Tennis 1984-85)

What did it feel like to be inducted into the CSM Hall of Fame?
It’s a great honor, growing up across the street, practicing on the schools courts, knowing coach Williams since I was about 15 years old. Then being recognized as one of the schools best athletes was a wonderful moment in my life.

Share some of your memories from your playing career. What were the highlights?
Winning the region 2 years in a row, qualifying and going to the National events in Ocala, Fla and Tyler, Texas. Playing a guy from PG college who was my ball boy at the professional event held in Washington DC that previous summer. The look on his face was priceless when he saw me and remembered where he saw me last.

What has happened in your life since leaving CSM?
I have 4 great kids, a wonderful wife, Luanne, my own Home Improvement Business, we travel a lot, we play a lot, we love a lot, life is pretty good.

What are your goals for the future?
To stay healthy, watch my children grow up and become successful adults. Continue to travel a lot with my wife Luanne. Just enjoy the great life that I’ve been fortunate enough to have.

Are you still involved with tennis in any way?
Absolutely, I still play competitively nationally in my age group. I have been ranked in the top 20 in the country in the 35, 40 and 45 and over age groups. I have represented the Mid-Atlantic in team competition around the country. I try to help out with the LaPlata HS tennis team when possible. I’ve had a child of mine on the team for the last 8 years.

I understand your son is following in your footsteps as an outstanding tennis player. Could you tell us about his career and his plans for the future?
He plays #1 for LaPlata HS, won SMAC conference & regional championship as a freshman and sophomore. Took 4th in the State as a Freshman, 5th as a sophomore, he’s ranked #12 in the Mid-Atlantic 16 & under, top 200 in the USA in the 16 and under division. He would like to attend University of Miami and be a sports broadcaster.

Do you still stay in touch with any of your CSM teammates?
I haven’t seen any of the guys in a long time.