Kaiya Simpkins brings left-handed versatility and defensive value to Stony Brook’s outfield
In the 2026 season, Kaiya Simpkins appeared in 26 games with 13 starts for Stony Brook and contributed as a left-handed bat, a pinch-hitting option, and a flexible outfield piece; she finished with three hits and five runs scored, including a hit and run against Louisville. Stony Brook’s coaching staff has long described her as athletic, driven, and competitive, with upside that fits a team needing lineup balance and energy more than pure box-score flash.
