Sheila played softball for 20 years of which 10 were spent playing USSSA.  She was respected for both her offense and defense making her  one of the  most sought after softball players in the Rockford area.

She participated in ten USSSA World or Divisional Tournaments.  Three times she was named to USSSA All-Tournament teams and twice a MVP.

She was a strong pull hitter with a career batting average over .600 with the capability to hit either the base hit or home run.  With her great speed on the base paths, her teammates loved batting behind her knowing she would be able to score on a base hit.

She was an all-around athlete who excelled in all sports at Harlem High School and Rock Valley College.

Sheila's teams included: Town Hall, Prairie Moon, Three Hammer and Blackhawk Athletic Club.