Bri Despines from the University of Louisville softball team has been named an NFCA Third Team All-American, marking a key achievement for the program. Camryn Lookadoo received the prestigious DI Rawlings/NFCA Gold Glove honors, while Chelsea Mack earned the DI New Balance/NFCA Golden Shoe Award for exceptional baserunning. Despines is recognized for her outstanding batting and defensive skills, contributing significantly to the team's performance this season.

By the Numbers
  • Bri Despines batted .402 with 66 hits and 70 RBIs.
  • Chelsea Mack recorded 87 hits and 45 stolen bases, ranking second nationally.
State of Play
  • This is the first time Louisville has received Gold Glove or Golden Shoe honors in program history.
  • Despines ended her season with a 33-game on-base streak, reaching base in 57 out of 58 games.
What's Next

The team will look to build on this success in the next season with these standout players returning potential to lead the way, hoping to add more accolades and wins to their record.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Despines, Lookadoo, and Mack highlights the growing talent within the Louisville softball program and sets a promising tone for future seasons.