Monica Bukowczyk, a senior pitcher for Monroe High School, has been instrumental in the team’s recent success, recording three wins during a four-game streak while yielding only one earned run in 20 innings and striking out 15. In addition to her pitching, she excelled at the plate, going 8-for-10 with eight RBIs, and showcased her talent by blanking GMCT champion St. Thomas Aquinas for five innings in a narrow 2-0 semifinals loss. With an 8-7 record and a 2.43 ERA this season, Bukowczyk’s leadership and performance have made a significant impact on her team, as noted by coach Marissa Vogtman.