Olivia Tautges, senior shortstop for the College of Saint Benedict, has been named MIAC Player of the Week for the third time this season after a stellar offensive showing. Her efforts contributed to the team鈥檚 impressive record of seven wins in eight games, including six straight victories. Tautges, a two-time All-MIAC selection, is enjoying a remarkable season, leading the conference in several categories. Her most recent week included a .516 batting average, with four home runs and a staggering 1.636 OPS.

By the Numbers
  • Tautges hit .516 with 16 hits in 31 at-bats, four home runs, and 14 RBIs over the last week.
  • She leads the MIAC with 12 home runs, 33 RBIs, 35 runs scored, and 44 hits this season.
Yes, But

Despite her individual success, the College of Saint Benedict's performance in the MIAC standings will require sustained team effort as they aim for a conference title.

State of Play
  • Saint Benedict stands at 17-9 overall and 7-1 in MIAC play, ranking third in the conference.
  • Tautges now holds a .500 season batting average, ranking first in the MIAC and top 30 in NCAA Division III.
What's Next

The Bennies are set to face Augsburg on April 15 for a road doubleheader, where Tautges will aim to further enhance her stellar season performance.

Bottom Line

Olivia Tautges' dominant play not only underscores her individual talent but also essential for the College of Saint Benedict's strong push in the MIAC as they seek to capitalize on her record-setting production.