
Tanaya Barrett brings speed, polish, and upside to Ohio State’s outfield
In the 2026 season, Ohio State’s Tanaya Barrett appeared in 19 games and scored 5 runs while batting .125, but her value goes beyond the box score: the 5-foot-11 right-handed outfielder has a strong prep résumé, including all-league honors, a .409 career high school average, and an edge as a rangy, athletic defender with room to grow. She has already been part of winning baseball, helping the Buckeyes to a 45-14-1 season in 2025, and her profile fits a team looking for a developmental outfielder with upside, toughness, and Buckeye-grade reliability.





