Lily Hinkle is LIU’s table-setter and power threat, earning NEC Player of the Year honors
Hinkle is the kind of outfielder who changes a lineup: in 2026 she was named NEC Player of the Year after pacing the conference in hits and ranking among the league leaders in on-base percentage, doubles, slugging, and OPS, while also earning multiple weekly honors.[1][5] LIU’s own notes show she has a track record of impact beyond the box score, including timely power bursts and early-career recognition as an NEC All-Rookie in 2024, which points to steady upward development and a high competitive floor.[2][4][9]
