Sports: Garland

Tomi Garrison

What she did: Garrison hit a game-winning three-run homer into the wind with two outs in the bottom of the seventh in Saturday's 6-4 win over Rowlett. She also earned the win as the starting pitcher, allowing one earned run and four hits. The win gave Garland (21-4-2, 12-0), ranked fourth in the state, the District 10-5A title.

The stats: Garrison is hitting .459 with 10 doubles, three triples, two home runs and 34 RBIs. She is also 16-2-2 as a pitcher with a 0.71 ERA and 164 strikeouts.

Who is she? Garrison is a senior pitcher. She is a two-time most valuable player in the state tournament. Also, Garrison was named pitcher of the year in District 10-5A and was picked all-state last season.

She said it: "I thought it [her home run] was just a pop-up and that they were going to catch it."

Coach said it: "She really put Garland on the map. She is such a great competitor and a great winner. The kids feed off that energy she has." – Cindy Mosteller.

Did you know? Garrison has signed with Sam Houston State. ... She enjoys bungee jumping and wants to skydive. ... This year, she wears French braids every time she pitches. ... She started playing at age 5 for a team coached by Rocky Garner with Garland teammates Kandice, Kodie and Kelsie Garner. ... Her favorite music artist is George Strait. ... She credits her success to pitching coach Jerry Nichols, her "second dad."