Best catcher on the River Hawks’ young core, and she’s already producing
Callie Stubbs entered 2026 as a sophomore catcher for UMass Lowell with strong regional recruiting credentials, including being named Oregon’s best catcher by MaxPreps in high school, and she brings a legit blue-collar profile behind the plate. In 2026, she has flashed offensive upside with a .500 average and .667 OBP in limited action, after a tougher 2025 freshman line (.091/.167/.182), which suggests a player still finding her college rhythm but trending upward. Her value is not just the bat: catcher is a premium defensive spot, and her reputation, toughness, and nursing-major work ethic point to a dependable, high-intensity fit for a program that wants grit, growth, and leadership.
