Last year, Neely Fornshell Neely Fornshell UTL Minot North | 2030 ND achieved a noteworthy accomplishment in her career. Her Minot Storm 12U Blue team competed in the 12U division of the Girls Fastpitch Junior Olympics. Fornshell was part of the team that claimed the state championship. She is one of a number of intriguing names across North Dakota who are beginning their eighth-grade years in 2026. Defensively, she is primarily an infielder who thrives at first base but also plays at third. A highlight of her 2025 season occurred when she drove in three RBIs and scored two runs in a 13-9 win over Diamonds Black 12U in July. Fornshell is just getting started and is poised for even greater things as she continues to develop. 

Last year, Neely Fornshell Neely Fornshell UTL Minot North | 2030 ND achieved a noteworthy accomplishment in her career. Her Minot Storm 12U Blue team competed in the 12U division of the Girls Fastpitch Junior Olympics. Fornshell was part of the team that claimed the state championship. She is one of a number of intriguing names across North Dakota who are beginning their eighth-grade years in 2026. Defensively, she is primarily an infielder who thrives at first base but also plays at third. A highlight of her 2025 season occurred when she drove in three RBIs and scored two runs in a 13-9 win over Diamonds Black 12U in July. Fornshell is just getting started and is poised for even greater things as she continues to develop.