After 1 year as catcher with the Morden Fighting Saints in the Southern Manitoba Ladies Softball League and another with Smitty's Obsession in Winnipeg, Melissa caught Smitty's Seniors to a National Gold in 1996, Smitty's Juniors to Silvers in 1997 and 1998, Smitty's Seniors to 1 Silver and 5 Gold in 1996 and 1999-2003, Edmonton's Calahoo Erins to 3 Silvers and 1 Bronze, 2005-2008. At Nationals, base runners never attempted to steal bases, and at the plate, her batting averages ranged from .300 to .529, and with frequent home runs. A dominant catcher and hitter; a great team-mate and person. Her softball intelligence, dedication and passion for the game was immense.