Ashton McFarland is from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.  She lives with her parents Colette and Bud McFarland and her brother Trevor.  She attended Colorado Northwestern Community College for two years before transferring to Bethel in 2005.  Ashton was a first baseman and pitcher for the Bethel softball team from 2005 - 2007 and participated in the National Tournament in 2006.  She has come back as a student assistant and plans to graduate in May with a BA degree in English.  Ashton is really excited to be a part of the coaching staff for the 2007 - 2008 women's softball team, and cannot wait for a great season !