Virginia’s calm, clutch lefty in the circle
In the 2026 season, Courtney Layne has been a steadier-than-steady anchor for Virginia, going 12-4 with a 2.73 ERA over 107.2 innings, 98 strikeouts, and four saves while ranking among the ACC’s best in ERA, strikeout-to-walk ratio, walks per seven, and WHIP. Beyond the numbers, she brings veteran poise, left-handed deception, and high-pressure toughness—she’s been trusted in big moments, including a strong showing against ranked opposition and key postseason work. If you want a competitive, battle-tested starter who can miss bats and keep traffic off the bases, Layne absolutely fits the bill.
