The Alabama Crimson Tide softball program picked up a commitment from Ole Miss transfer pitcher Catelyn Riley on Thursday.
Riley spent three seasons with the Rebels. The native of Dandridge, Tennessee holds a 24-18 record over the course of her college career. She has pitched 267.1 innings and has struck out 171 batters.
Riley’s best season in the circle came as a true freshman. She finished the season with a 12-4 record and a 4.44 earned run average. Since then, Riley has struggled. Since her freshman campaign, Riley has a 12-14 record with a 2.75 earned run average.
A change of scenery could have been the best option for Riley. In the past, Alabama has been able to develop pitchers. It seems like a win-win situation for both Riley and the Crimson Tide. In all likelihood, she will be a key pitcher in Alabama’s pitching rotation for the 2025 season.
Former Ole Miss P Catelyn Riley is transferring to Alabama.
During her three years in Oxford, Riley posted a 2.99 career ERA, 24 wins, and 171 strikeouts in 267.1 innings of work. pic.twitter.com/0MYWtlREn4
— Justin McLeod (@justfactsmaam) June 14, 2024
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