Catching Up with Charley Butler

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Charley Butler is up next on the University of Louisville softball team series of check-ins.

The Randleman, N.C., native made an immediate impact as a freshman, playing in 46 games with 43 starts in left field before being sidelined by injury. In the shortened-2020 campaign, she played in 20 games with 11 starts in the outfield and was a perfect 4-for-4 in stolen bases.

Catching up with Charley Butler
Full name: Charlese Elizabeth Butler
Nickname: Charley or Chaz
Hometown: Randleman, N.C.
2020 Class: Sophomore
Fun Fact: Her first career hit was a solo home run in the 7-5 win against Bradley in the Tennessee Classic on Feb. 24, 2019.
Major: Exercise Science
Post college ambition: To become a physical therapist

What do you like best (or miss) about Louisville?
I like the campus, I think it's a beautiful campus

Words of support for fellow student-athletes:
"Stay positive and know God does everything for a reason! I believe this will have us all stronger in some way in the end!"

What are some of the top moments/favorite memories from your career so far?
My favorite moment from my career is the Florida State series because the entire team was so engaged and it was one of the most fun softball games I had ever been part of!

What do you like to do outside of playing softball?
Be creative, make clothes, paint

Why did you choose UofL?
I fell in love with the campus and athletic facilities. After coming to a camp and meeting the girls I felt like the team was a family I wanted to be part of.

What is your favorite quote, saying or motto?
Nothing worth having comes easy.

Best compliment you have received?
"You have a good heart."

Who inspires or motivates you?
My niece and grandfather

If you could have a super power, what would it be?
Super speed

What has been your greatest challenge to overcome?
My injuries

Who is the most influential person in your life?
My mom

Pregame routine:
Pray, read scriptures, and listen to music

Favorite thing about playing for Coach Aprile:
Coach Holly challenges you and is always available to help you if you ask for extra work.

More Favorites:
Pump-up song: World is Yours by Gunna
Place you have visited: California
Movie: Me Before You
TV show: Vampire Diaries
Musical group/singer: Brent Faiyaz
Hobby: Doing my makeup then taking pictures
Athlete (and why): Tim Anderson, I like the way he plays and he does a lot for his community
Social media platform: Twitter
Sports team (other than UofL): Carolina Panthers

Finishing the sentences
I am… excited for next season
I have always wanted to… go to Bora Bora
Coach Holly was right when she said… L's up… you know the rest!

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