John Carpenter, a long-time softball coach and significant figure, has joined the Texas Blaze as the National Director it was announced by the travel ball organization this week.

Here is the official release from the Blaze:

Carpenter told Line Drive Softball:

“It is an unbelievable opportunity JB and Mike Prinzo have given me to return to the organization that gave me my travel ball start and a National Championship at 18U Gold.”

“I am also excited about coming alongside Ryan Crosby and the Idaho Intensity to bring the Texas Blaze legacy back to my personal home in Boise!”

“Coming home has taken on a whole new chapter for both myself and my amazing wife, ‘Momma Carp’ Jennifer!”

— Brentt Eads/Line Drive Softball