Playing softball her entire life, Amarys Moten didn't make the immediate transition onto the big stage of Catasauqua softball.

However, she has managed to be a headliner in other outlets.

The junior outfielder made the move from right field to left this spring. The move itself wasn't a major one, but it was a matter of getting accustomed to everything. Moten figures to be in the lineup when the second-seeded Roughies begin their postseason on Tuesday, May 27, against third-seeded Salisbury at Parkland in the opening-round of PIAA District 11 Class AA playoffs.

"It wasn't too hard," said Moten. "There really wasn't too much of an adjustment. But right from the beginning of this season, I felt more comfortable out there and with everything. I really feel more confident this year.

"Last year, I was trying to figure out everything. I wanted to work more on my hitting, and I really think I am seeing the ball better this year. I have also worked on my fielding and now believe that I can put it all together."

Moten has made an impact with her bat this season. Her batting average has been consistently over the .350 mark and one of her two home runs this year was a game-winner in a 4-2 victory over Wilson April 8.

"Amarys (Moten) has been hitting the ball well for us all season," said head coach Bobby Thomas. "She has always been consistent and always goes about her business, doing what she has to do.

"She has been a big reason why we have been successful in the past two years."

Moten began playing softball in T-ball, and it has been a passion for her over the years. From there, she has played basketball and field hockey as well as being a cheerleader in the Roughies' program. She credits her mother, Jessica, a former high school and collegiate softball player, for her athletic drive.

When she isn't involved in a sport, Moten enjoys being artistic. It has proved to be an escape from her world.

"Drawing helps me relax," said Moten. "I usually like to draw whatever I see. I have been doing it for a while, and it is fun."

In the future, Moten plans to pursue a career in speech pathology. Moten was directed down that path when she believed her cousin, Nathan, was deaf, but he actually had a speech problem. She would like to attend a college somewhere in the state.

"It was cool to watch someone teach him," noted Moten. "After watching that, I thought it would be an interesting major. I'm looking forward to it."

Moten is also anticipating a deep run in the playoffs for her team. The Roughies will have some added incentive due to their exit in the Colonial League playoffs, an avenue last year that resulted in their first league crown in 32 years.

"We have had some ups and downs this season," stated Moten. "But when we are able to put everything together, there aren't many teams who can beat us. We just have to play our game to the best of our abilities."

Over the past two years, Moten has strived to follow the motto.