As a sophomore, East St. John softball standout Jasmine Brown already is one of the top run producing bats in the Wildcats lineup. Brown bats third for coach Monica Hebert’s team, and is already off to a strong start in 2009.

“She’s one of my top players,” says Hebert. “When she’s up to bat, I know I can expect a base hit, or for her to make contact to move the runners over. We can count on her.”

Defensively, she’s just as much a catalyst for a young Wildcats team.

“She’s got the strongest arm behind the plate that I’ve seen,” says Hebert. “Even if she doesn’t get us started by getting a hit, she’ll do it by throwing out a runner…she’s more of a silent leader, but she does a lot of things to try and get us going.”

Off the field, Brown also shines. Hebert says her catcher maintains a 3.9 GPA and isn’t one to go half-speed at anything.

“She’s very smart,” Hebert says. “She always tries her best at anything she does.”

So…let’s get to know Jasmine Brown.

What do you enjoy most about playing softball?

I enjoy playing with my friends and being able to get out of the house to do something that I’m good at.

What do you like best about being a student-athlete? The days we get to wear our softball clothes instead of our school uniform.

Do you feel an added responsibility of being a role model as a student-athlete? As a student, I feel we should all try to do our best in everything.

Most memorable game? Before I played softball, I used to play baseball. We were playing in the Dizzy Dean World Series out of state and during warm-ups a bee stung me on my eye. I had to catch throughout our game with one eye closed.

Who has been the most influential person in your school sports career? My parents, my grandfather, and my coaches.

Favorite School subject? Math

Plans after high school/college major? Going to college, playing softball and in the band.

Favorite movie? Seven Pounds

Favorite type of music? R&B and rock.

Favorite food? Anything my maw maw cooks

Best vacation? Going to Disney World.

Best thing about living in St. John Parish? It’s small and most of my family lives close by.

Hobbies: Playing instruments (drums, the piano), shopping, learning new talents, church activities and hanging out with my cousins.

Parents: Corwin and Rachel Brown.