AMERICAN SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE SOFTBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Games: March 23 - March 29, 2026

HITTER OF THE WEEK – Ryan Stratman, Fr., OF, East Texas Baptist
In two East Texas Baptist victories this week, Stratman hit an impressive .714, going 3-for-3 in game one and 2-for-4 in game two. In an 8-0 win in the opener, she totaled three runs, three hits, and one RBI, while also stealing two bases. In a tightly contested 2-1 victory, Stratman added two more hits in four at-bats to help lead the Tigers to the sweep.

PITCHER OF THE WEEK – Avery Holland, Jr., P, East Texas Baptist
Holland recorded her fifth shutout of the season in an 8-0 victory over LeTourneau on Saturday. She tossed 5.0 innings, allowing just four hits while striking out eight of the 19 batters she faced and holding opponents to a .211 batting average. Holland continues her strong 2026 campaign, earning yet another Player of the Week honor.

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OTHER OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES

HITTERS
Hardin-Simmons freshman Kinzley Cantu hit her first career home run in a 10-2 Cowgirls win over Arlington Baptist. Across two victories, Cantu totaled four hits, four runs, and three RBI, while also stealing three bases. She currently leads the conference with 34 hits.

PITCHERS
Gabby Montanez of Hardin-Simmons made one start, tossing three innings and striking out four of the nine batters she faced. She helped lead the Cowgirls to a 13-0 shutout victory over Arlington Baptist.