A.J. Andrews

A.J. Andrews concluded her collegiate career as a top 25 finalist for the USA Softball Collegiate National Player of the Year in 2015, immediately following a distinguished tenure at Louisiana State University (LSU). Playing for the LSU Lady Tigers from 2012 to 2015, she made two appearances in the Women’s College World Series and earned significant recognition, including being named to the All-SEC Freshman Team in 2012. Her sophomore season in 2013 saw her achieve NFCA All-America Third Team, NFCA All-South Region First Team, All-SEC First Team, and All-Louisiana First Team honors, where she notably led the team in runs scored.

In 2016, Andrews made history by becoming the first woman ever to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award, a monumental recognition of her exceptional fielding skills. That same year, she also co-won the Rally Spike Award, leading the league in stolen bases and demonstrating her elite speed and offensive threat. Beyond her groundbreaking professional playing career, Andrews seamlessly transitioned into a prominent role in sports media. She became the host of the Saturday morning MLB Network show ‘Play Ball,’ bringing her extensive knowledge and charismatic presence to a national audience.

As a pioneering professional athlete, Andrews maintains her influential voice and commitment to inspiring the next generation within and beyond the athletic arena.