PELLA— Recently graduated Central College softball starting shortstop Carson Fisk was awarded the National Strength and Conditioning Association All-American S&C Athlete of the Year award.
           
The All-American Strength and Conditioning Athlete of the Year Award program recognizes those collegiate and high school athletes whose athletic accomplishments reflect their dedication to strength training and conditioning.
           
Fisk served as a captain on Central's American Rivers championship squad. The team also advanced to the NCAA Division III super regionals.
           
"In the weight room, Carson's work ethic and competitive drive were second to none. She pushed herself and her teammates to fully reach their potential in every training session," said strength and conditioning coach Kyle Johnson. "As a senior, Carson's best lifting numbers were hang clean 165 lbs., back squat 255 lbs., bench press 135lbs."
           
In her senior year on the field, Fisk hit .245 while starting in every game. She scored 23 runs and had 10 RBIs. Fisk also carried a .351 on base percentage and .929 fielding percentage.
           
Since graduating, Carson has been employed as a first-grade teacher at Spring Creek Elementary School in Bonita Springs, Florida