Olivia Shaw is the Bulldogs’ catalyst, and the SoCon noticed
In the 2026 season, Olivia Shaw was Samford’s offensive engine, earning Southern Conference Player of the Year honors after leading the Bulldogs in batting average (.383), hits (69), runs (47), and doubles (20) while starting all 59 games. She brings rare middle-order impact with consistent contact, gap power, and big-game reliability, plus a reputation for delivering in pressure spots. That kind of production makes her a true lineup centerpiece and an easy fit for a team looking for a steady, high-motor infielder who changes games without needing many pitches to do it.