Babson College Softball Players Recognized for Academic Excellence

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Seven members of the Babson College softball team were recently honored for their outstanding academic achievements by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA). The recognition included four players who earned Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors for the third time in their careers, while three others earned the distinction for the first time. This academic achievement is a testament to the team's dedication to both their studies and athletics. The team's academic success is a reflection of their hard work and commitment to excellence.

Key Takeaways:

  • Seven Babson College softball players were recognized as Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes, with Moira O'Reilly earning her fourth consecutive selection.
  • Andi Gabler and Sophia Pak were honored for the third year in a row, while Mia Vitotozzi was recognized for the second consecutive season.
  • Sara Moore, Cameron Whiteford, and Maddy DeLong earned their first Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors.
  • The Babson College softball team concluded the 2025 season with a 26-15 record, advancing to the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) Tournament final for the second consecutive season.
  • O'Reilly capped her career with a fourth consecutive NEWMAC Pitcher of the Year honor, while Whiteford went 13-6 with a 1.83 ERA and 126 strikeouts in 126.1 innings of work.
  • Pak tied Babson's single-season record with 63 hits and finished the season with a .481 batting average, five extra-base hits, 24 RBI, and 22 runs scored.

Statistics:

  • 2,565 Division III student-athletes finished the 2024-25 academic year with at least a 3.50 grade-point average.
  • Ian O'Reilly went 9-6 with a 1.76 ERA and 124 strikeouts in 111.1 innings pitched this past spring.
  • Sophia Pak hit .481 with five extra-base hits, 24 RBI, and 22 runs scored.
  • Cameron Whiteford went 13-6 with a 1.83 ERA and 126 strikeouts in 126.1 innings of work.

Sources:

  • National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA)
  • Babson College Athletics