Recent Archbishop Murphy graduate Brooke Jordan set the team record for home runs as a sophomore and again as a junior. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Recent Archbishop Murphy graduate Brooke Jordan set the team record for home runs as a sophomore and again as a junior. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Archbishop Murphy softball player Brooke Jordan

The prolific Wildcats slugger will continue her playing career at Seattle University.

For her club softball team she’s a middle infielder. During her four years with the Archbishop Murphy High School team she was often drafted into pitching duty, even though she’s not really a pitcher. But no matter where she’s positioned on the field, she’s all slugger when she comes to the plate.

Brooke Jordan was the foundation of the Archbishop Murphy softball team the past four seasons. Not only did she twice attain the school record for home runs in a season, slugging 10 as a sophomore and 12 as a junior, she was willing to take to the pitching circle when called upon. This year as a senior, with the Wildcats adding an infusion of young talent, she was going to spend less time in the circle and more time at shortstop for an Archbishop Murphy team hoping to make state for the first time since 2007. Unfortunately, that opportunity was taken away when the coronavirus outbreak resulted in the cancellation of spring sports.

But Jordan’s softball journey isn’t over, as she’ll be joining the Seattle University Redhawks. The Herald spoke to her about that, her experiences as a pitcher and more in this edition of the spring sports senior salute:

What is your favorite memory from your time with the Archbishop Murphy softball team?

My sophomore year we were playing Granite Falls in the playoffs, and if we won this game we would go to districts. I was the starting pitcher and the other team scored six runs off errors and stuff, so it wasn’t a very good start. But then I got to bat, and I ended up going 4-for-4 with three home runs and a double, driving in seven runs. We ended up winning the game to go to district, and it was definitely one of the more exciting games.

You pitched a lot for Archbishop Murphy, but you’re not really a pitcher. What was that like?

It was definitely very stressful. Especially since I don’t really practice pitching on my own, I’m not a pitcher, and it’s definitely a big role. But as the games went on I definitely got better at it.

Do you enjoy pitching?

No. Not really. I liked playing shortstop a lot better. On my select team I play second base and shortstop, where I’m way more comfortable. I’m out of my comfort zone when I’m pitching.

But clearly you’re in your comfort zone at bat. At what age did you become a power hitter?

It was my second year at 12U. I’d always have base hits when I was younger, but my second year at 12U was when I started hitting more home runs and having way more power.

I think it was that I just started lifting weights more, and I was learning more about hitting. When you’re younger it’s harder to understand. As you get older and get more coaching, you’re able to take in more of what they’re teaching you, and I was processing more as I got older.

You’re headed to Seattle University. Why did you choose SU?

I chose SU because I always wanted to be close to home, I’m really close with my family. I like the environment there and I like the coach (Geoff Hirai). My thing is hitting, and he’s a really good hitting coach. He didn’t criticize my swing or try to break me down, but he did teach me and help me learn more. That helps a lot. And I just like the school, too.

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Sports

Lake Stevens junior outside hitter Laura Eichert hits the ball over the net for a kill in the Wesco 4A title game against Glacier Peak in Snohomish, Wash., on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The Vikings won in four sets, 3-1. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)
Lake Stevens volleyball claims Wesco 4A title

The Vikings get revenge over GP and down the Grizzlies, 3-1.

Lake Stevens’ Keagan Howard raises the ball in the air in celebration after running into the end zone for a touchdown during the game against Arlington on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Arlington, GP, Lake will host playoff football games

Monroe and Archbishop Murphy will also play home Round of 32 games.

Members of the Arlington High School boys cross country team pose for a photo at the District 1/2 Cross Country Championships at Lakewood High School in Arlington, Wash., on Nov. 2, 2024. The Eagles won the 4A team title. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)
Teams, runners crowned at District 1/2 XC Championships

Arlington and Shorewood boys, Shorecrest girls teams lift trophies.

Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11), a bright spot in the Seattle’s 26-20 loss to the Rams, runs after a catch at Lumen Field on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)
Seahawks make big plays, big mistakes in OT loss

Seattle unable to overcome turnovers and one big defensive lapse against LA Rams.

Archbishop Murphy sophomore setter/pin hitter Teuila Halalilo prepares to hit the ball in a Wesco 3A/2A South matchup against Edmonds-Woodway in Everett, Wash., on Oct. 9, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)
Prep volleyball roundup for Monday, Nov. 4

Wildcats win, will play for district volleyball title.

Arlington’s Kaid Hunter makes a catch and runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the game against Lake Stevens on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Arlington upsets Lake Stevens, 28-14

Eagles claim share of Wesco 4A title by taking down the two-time defending state champs.

X
Prep roundup for Saturday, Nov. 2

Lake Stevens girls soccer punches ticket to state

Marysville Pilchuck’s Christian Van Natta lifts the ball in the air to celebrate a turnover during the game against Marysville Getchell on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep football roundup for Friday, Nov. 1

Glacier Peak grabs piece of Wesco 4A football title.

Mountlake Terrace players run toward each other to celebrate after scoring a goal during the 3A district game against Stanwood on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Hawks escape Spartans 2-1 in district play-in game

Claire August nets two goals, MLT advances to quarterfinals.

Stanwood's Michael Mascotti relays the next play to his teammates during football practice on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Experts make their Week 9 predictions

Our trio takes a crack at picking the winners for this week’s gridiron games.

X
Prep roundup for Thursday, Oct. 31

Everett, Shorecrest win district playoff openers

Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith talk to teammates in the locker room at Lumen Field prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills on Oct. 27, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Rod Mar / Seattle Seahawks)
Smith says he needs to ‘do a better job’ leading when losing

The Seahawks quarterback hopes to control emotions when the team struggles.

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.