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Four USC Aiken softball players have been recognized in the Peach Belt Conference for their outstanding performances this season. Kate Newberry and Lakyn Phillips earned first-team distinctions, while Autumn Fisher and Peri Rouillard were named to the second team. Each player showcased exceptional talent, contributing significantly to the Pacers’ success, with impressive statistics that highlight their skills on the field.
USC Aiken, South Carolina – Four standout softball players from the University of South Carolina Aiken have been recognized for their outstanding performances this season in the Peach Belt Conference. Autumn Fisher, Kate Newberry, Lakyn Phillips, and Peri Rouillard have earned all-conference honors, with Newberry and Phillips receiving first-team distinctions, while Fisher and Rouillard were named to the second team.
Kate Newberry, a native of Watkinsville, Georgia, led the team with an impressive record this season, hitting 10 home runs and driving in 42 runs batted in (RBIs). She also topped the Pacers with 101 total bases, achieving a remarkable slugging percentage of .673. Additionally, Newberry demonstrated her capability at the plate with an on-base plus slugging (OPS) of 1.116 and recorded 14 multi-hit games, including five contests with three hits.
Lakyn Phillips, hailing from Lexington, South Carolina, excelled in the pitching department for USC Aiken. She posted a 2.57 earned run average (ERA) and secured 16 victories, accompanied by a standout record of 154 strikeouts in 138⅔ innings. Phillips effectively limited opponents to a .239 batting average, and she holds the school record for career saves while ranking among the top five in several pitching categories in USC Aiken’s history. Her consistent performance earned her the title of Peach Belt Conference Pitcher of the Week on two occasions this season.
Autumn Fisher, a rookie from Inman, South Carolina, made an immediate impact in her freshman year, finishing the season with a .352 batting average. She racked up 50 hits, including 11 doubles, three triples, and five home runs. Fisher led her team with 15 stolen bases and contributed significantly with 31 runs scored and 22 RBIs, accumulating a total of 82 bases. Her performance also earned her recognition as the Peach Belt Conference Freshman of the Week in February.
Peri Rouillard, another talented player from Lexington, distinguished herself with a team-leading batting average of .405. She notched 47 hits and made a notable mark with 15 extra-base hits, including six triples, which led the Peach Belt Conference. Rouillard also contributed to the team’s scoring, crossing home plate 33 times and stealing 11 bases while achieving a .586 slugging percentage. Her impressive performance was highlighted when she tied the school record with two triples in a single game against Erskine and was honored as Peach Belt Conference Player of the Week.
These four athletes have not only showcased their skills on the field but also have demonstrated significant contributions toward the success of the USC Aiken Pacers softball team this season. Their achievements reflect hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent that have been instrumental in advancing the team in the competitive Peach Belt Conference.
The Peach Belt Conference is known for its competitive spirit in collegiate athletics, and the performance of these players underlines the quality of talent present in USC Aiken’s softball program. Their recognition on the all-conference team cements their status as formidable competitors within the league as they continue to strive for excellence on the field.
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