Oregon softball-standout Cheridan Hawkins remains in the hunt for college softball’s most prestigious award.
The American Softball Association (ASA) and USA Softball announced the top three finalists for the 14th annual USA Softball National Collegiate Player of the Year. Along with Hawkins, Florida’s Lauren Haeger and Michigan’s Sierra Romero were named finalists.
After winning the Pac-12 Player of the year for the second consecutive consecutive season, Hawkins has the opportunity to become the first player in Oregon softball history to win the award. Through regionals, Hawkins is 29-3 with a 1.40 ERA and 249 strikeouts.
Following this weekend’s Super Regionals, the award will be announced on May 26 prior to the Women’s College World Series at at a team-only banquet.
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Cheridan Hawkins named finalist for player of the year
May 19, 2015
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Oregon starting pitcher Cheridan Hawkins (11) prepares to pitch during the third inning. The Oregon Ducks play the BYU Cougars during NCAA softball regionals at Howe Field in Eugene, Oregon on May 14, 2015. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
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