Suzy Brazney is not just defined by her achievements on the field as great as they are, but rather the passion for softball that she has continuously displayed through her career. Known as “the catcher that never wore shin guards”, Suzy has dedicated her life to playing and promoting the sport of softball. She earned 20 ASA All-American selections from 1980-2005 including 12 First-Team accolades. She was a member of many great teams such as the Long Beach Renegades, Glendale Blazers, Diamond-Blazers, Team Texas, Orange County Magestics, Phoenix Sunbirds and the So Cal Hurricanes. Brazney had an outstanding catching career at the Canada Cup where after the 2005 Canada Cup, the tournament created the “Suzy Brazney Most Outstanding Catcher” award which is presented annually. She was a member of six Olympic Festivals, winning gold in 1983. Brazney participated in three Pan American Games as a member of the USA Women’s National team, winning Gold in 1987 and 1991. She also holds the title of World Champion as she helped Team USA to a win at the 1990 World Championships. After retiring from playing, she remained dedicated to the cause of ASA/USA Softball as an assistant Coach with USA Softball. Brazney served on the selection committee from 2001-2004 and has been an assistant coach for both the Junior National Team and National Team. She becomes the 57th women’s fast pitch player to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
