(Ann Arbor, MI) Head Coach Hailey Cavanagh will welcome seven student athletes to the Cardinal softball program when the 2019-2020 school year begins on August 26th. The Cardinals are coming off of a very competitive season in which they finished 29-22 and advanced to the semifinals in the NCCAA World Series. This dynamic and well-rounded class will look to continue to raise the bar for the softball program in Coach Cavanagh's third season. Cavanagh had this to say about the 2019 recruiting class, "We are excited to welcome this incoming class to our program. I love this class's ability to not only hit for power but for average. Top to bottom I would say this class is gritty and aggressive, and they know how to win. Our Cardinal fans will love watching this class over the next four seasons."
- Position: 3B/C
- High school: Allendale High school
- Accolades/awards: 3x all conference, 2x all district, 1x all area, batting champ, golden glove, 4yr varsity player
- Intended Major: Secondary Ed. With an Art Minor
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Lauren is a high-energy, aggressive defender that provides both consistency and power at the plate. We're excited to see Lauren impact our program as both a corner and a catcher."
- Position: RHP, Corner IF
- HighSchool: Oak Forest HS (Illinois)
- Accolades/awards: All Conference, third team all-state
- Intended Major: Accounting
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Kate is a dynamic pitcher who has continued to develop over the last few years. We're excited about her versatility & that she can really swing! Kate, along with Peyton are going to make immediate impacts pitching for our program."
- Position: Corner IF
- High school: Trenton High School
- Accolades/awards: 2x all district player --- Team made it to district finals her junior year --- senior year semi-finals, but lost in the game to go to regionals.
- Intended Major: Nursing
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Madison is a great ball player who continues to develop – she has a powerful bat and is a versatile, aggressive defender. Madison is very much a vocal leader and will take charge on the field, which is what drew us to recruiting her."
- Position: UT/RHP
- High school: Clinton High School
- Accolades/Awards: 3x all conference, 3x all district, 3x all region, 2x all state – Team: District Champs (Soph Year), Final Four (Jr Year), District Champs (Sr year)
- Intended Major: Nursing
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Payton is a really gritty and tough player, and is a tough out at the plate. Her versatility to be able to play infield, outfield, and throw innings as well is going to be huge for our program!"
- Position: Utility
- High school: Meridian-Sanford High School
- Accolades/Awards: 4x all conference – 1x HM & 3x 1st team all-conference, 3x all district, 3x all region, 3x all-state ---- Team: Junior Year (Districts, Regional, Quarterfinal Champs – Appearance in State Semifinals) Conference Champs 2017, 2019
- Intended Major: Nursing
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "We were instantly drawn to Mya's athleticism, versatility and speed. Mya is a smooth player and has a ton of upside."
- Position: LHP
- High school: Meridian-Sanford High School
- Accolades/Awards: ----- Team: Junior Year (Districts, Regional, Quarterfinal Champs – Appearance in State Semifinals) Conference Champs 2017, 2019
- Intended Major: Nursing
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Peyton is a great lefty pitcher that can move the ball well and attack batters. She is a strong leader and knows how to win on the mound."
- Position: Catcher
- High school: Meridian-Sanford High School
- Accolades/Awards: 3x all conference, 2x all district, 1x all region --- Team: Junior Year (Districts, Regional, Quarterfinal Champs – Appearance in State Semifinals) Conference Champs 2017, 2019
- Intended Major: Nursing
Quote from Coach Cavanagh: "Karley is a strong, powerful catcher and just continues to improve her overall game. She is passionate for the game and a natural leader behind the plate. She controls the game and pitchers very well."
More updates on recent recruits, scheduling, and other news, will be available soon for the 2020 softball season. Fans are encouraged to follow the team on Instagram (@CUAA_CardinalSB), Twitter (@CUAA_Softball) and SnapChat (CUAA_CardinalSB) for daily news.
