Tucson Inferno Pride Softball leadership
Thanks to our Board Members!
Commissioner - Lori Castro
Lori’s early years of playing little league softball reached far into college, placing 2nd in the Junior College nationals.
From there, she continued to follow her passion of the game by coaching, managing, and mentoring.
Lori joined TIPS in December 2023 helping out as a scorekeeper as well as active manager/player. From there, she attended the Sin City Classic (January 2024), played in the first Brodball Open Division gay softball tournament in Ireland, and the 2024 ASANA World Series in Memphis, Tennessee.
Her passion and love for the game is unreal -- she always says “keep going, keep believing, and never give up!”
Asst. Commish - Open Division - Tim Miller
Tim and his husband relocated to Tucson from Des Moines, Iowa in May 2024, and he really likes it here!
In Des Moines, he was actively involved in the local gay softball community and played a key role in helping the league achieve membership in International Pride Softball (IPS), nee NAGAAA, in 2017. He has played in various tournaments across the country, including multiple appearances at the Gay Softball World Series. He proudly represented Des Moines at IPS summer and winter meetings for many years.
Tim is excited to bring his experience and passion to Tucson’s gay softball scene and looks forward to fostering growth and community engagement within our league.
Asst. Commish - Women's Division - Myranda Altum
Myranda has played women’s and coed softball for over 20 years, including competing in four ASANA World Series.
"I just genuinely love the game. I hadn’t played for a few years until we joined the league here in Tucson, and I love every minute of it! I am excited to see where this path takes us, playing some great ball, and making new friends and memories all along the way!"
Secretary - Amanda Perkins
Amanda joined TIPS in Spring 2024 on the Beyond Construction Prickly Pears team and has been going full-force since then. She joined the Women's division (Spring and Fall 2024) and played in the 2024 ASANA World Series in Memphis, Tennessee.
"My passion for softball, ignited at age 9 and nurtured until I was 24, has been revitalized by playing with my TIPS family, enhancing my enjoyment of the game."
Treasurer - Sheryl Phipps
Coach for all, with 45 years of coaching experience in Southern Arizona and San Francisco. Former Treasurer of the San Francisco Gay Softball League (SFGSL). President of PASS, Inc. Played in numerous NAGAAA and ASANA World Series events. In the Hall of Fame of both the SFGSL and ASANA.
"Oh, you say that I throw like a girl? I find that to be a compliment!"
Website Coordinator - Barb Pershing
Coach of Fall 2023 TIPS Women's division champion Shockwave team (Fall 2023 -Fall 2024). Coach of Open division Spring and Fall 2024 Beyond Construction Prickly Pears team. Served as Treasurer for the former Tucson Gay Softball League. Former Secretary for San Francisco Inferno Softball group. Played in numerous NAGAAA and ASANA World Series events. In the Hall of Fame of SFGSL.
Event Coordinator - Anna Vidal
"I am just getting back into the game of softball since early little league years, and enjoying every moment."
Anna played on a women's team at the Sin City Classic (January 2024) and at the ASANA World Series in Memphis, TN (August 2024). She is an active player and team manager in Tucson co-ed leagues (2023-current), TIPS ASANA Women's Division (Fall 2023-current), and TIPS Spring 2024 Open Division.
Parliamentarian - Renee Brollini
Coach and player in the TIPS league, Renee played through college then rediscovered softball 20 years later. She played in the 2024 Sin City Classic Tournament, the Gay Games 2023 in Guadalajara, Saguaro Cup 2024, and ASANA World Series-San Diego.
Renee, born in San Jose, CA, moved to Tucson in 1998. She has been a farrier for 25 years. Fun fact: She took third in women's jiujitsu world championships in her weight class.
Member-at-Large - Myke Ramirez
"The feeling of 'support' in the TIPS league is so great."
Myke is a Tucson Youth Softball coach supporting his daughter and other amazing young ladies. He manages the Cherry Bomb Pops Spring/Fall 2024 Open Division team. He loves the game of baseball/softball and the community it brings together.
