LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Each month, the NFCA will highlight one of its corporate sponsors, allowing an inside look at those who support the NFCA and the sport of softball. For our July spotlight, we feature NFCA All-American and former Florida standout, Francesca Enea, Sports Marketing Manager for Easton Fastpitch.

What does your company do? Easton Baseball/Softball is a leading manufacturer of baseball and softball equipment and has the most iconic brand in these sports. Headquartered in Van Nuys, Calif., the company manufactures bats, apparel, bags, helmets, ball gloves, catcher’s equipment and related accessories. A leader in North America in baseball and softball, the company’s commitment to innovation and game-changing technologies, such as introducing the industry’s first true aluminum bat, drove its growth. Easton is the No. 1 bat of choice by players in the College World Series in Omaha, Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City and Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa.  

NFCA member benefits? Easton’s partnership with the NFCA provides further authenticity for our brand. 
What inspired your company to partner with the NFCA? The NFCA continues to be the largest voice in the sport of softball by supporting and elevating all levels. Easton reflects the same passion towards the sport of softball and it is important to us as a company and brand to facilitate this key influencer, the NFCA.  

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“Easton has been a loyal partner of the NFCA for many years and we truly appreciate their support. Easton is a leader in the industry and they continue to work with our NFCA member coaches to develop high-quality, cutting-edge products for softball.  Francesca Enea was an NFCA All-American and competed at the highest level as a softball player.  She is equally as talented in the softball industry.  Her passion for the growth of softball is evident.   It has been an honor to work with Francesca in developing a long-term partnership with Easton.”

— Carol Bruggeman, NFCA Executive Director 

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QUICK HITS: Easton is the sponsor of the NFCA’s All-America Scholar-Athlete and Top 10 Academic Team awards, which honor players at member colleges and high schools that have achieved at least a 3.5 GPA and salute the top team academic performances. … Easton also sponsors the NFCA’s Assistant Coach of the Year awards. … In the past, Easton was the sponsor of the Victory Club luncheon at the NFCA National Convention.​​​