15 Finalists Named For Freshman Of The Year

The National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) announced today the 15 finalist for the NFCA/Schutt Sports Division I National Freshman of the Year. The winner will be announced before the start of the 2021 NCAA Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City.

The 15 finalist list includes:

Valerie Cagle, Clemson University *

Jayda Coleman, University of Oklahoma

Matalasi Faapito, New Mexico State University *

Shaylon Govan, Stephen F. Austin State University *

Alissa Humphrey, James Madison University

Tiare Jennings, University of Oklahoma

Tori Kniesche, South Dakota State University

Jenna Laird, University of Missouri

Shelby Lowe, Auburn University

Janelle Meoño, University of Arizona *

Devon Miller, Fordham University *

Kiki Milloy, University of Tennessee *

Karli Spaid, Miami University

Alana Vawter, Stanford University *

Grace Vesco, Saint Francis University (Pa.) *

*Denotes second year