In February of 1992, Heather Yost, then a SNHS sophomore, took the first step in making SNHS softball more than just a dream. At that time Heather noticed that,"…While many of us South Newton girls have run out of softball opportunities, girls of surrounding schools haven’t. Many surrounding schools have school supported softball teams."

"…At that point, I decided that something needed to change. So I presented a petition of 57 girls names who would participate in softball at South Newton to the administration."

Heather then went on to show that she was serious about a school softball program by participating on the boys’ baseball team that spring. She conditioned, practiced, worked, learned, and competed with the guys for three months. She completed her first year of high school baseball, hoping it would be her last. Her true desire was to get the girls a team of their own.

After much persistence and patience, the new SN softball field was completed in time for the 1999 season. The field is located behind the elementary school next to the baseball diamond. The infield is an ag-lime surface. The field measures 220 feet down the lines and 212 ft to straight away center. It has become a very nice facility because of the continued improvements and upkeep by our grounds and maintenance department.

In 2002 South Newton had its first full junior varsity squad complete with 10 contests of their own. The varsity team continues to maintain their own schedule of 25+ contests. The current softball players have many predecessors to thank for the softball program they enjoy today. Former principals, coaches, board members, players, and Athletic Director have all helped with the continued development of the softball program.

One would hope that today’s softball program would make Heather Yost proud. Heather currently works for the NCAA in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is the liaison for collegiate softball rules.