Mads Lawson emerged as Columbia’s ace in 2026, winning Ivy Pitcher and Rookie of the Year
In the 2026 season, Mads Lawson was Columbia’s breakout weapon in the circle, finishing 15-9 with a 2.44 ERA and 157 strikeouts in 169.1 innings, while also earning Ivy League Pitcher of the Year and Rookie of the Year honors. Her calling card is durability and poise: she piled up complete games, shut down Ivy hitters with a league-best 1.50 ERA in conference play, and even climbed into Columbia’s single-season strikeout record chase. If you want a tough, high-ceiling starter who can carry a staff, she looks like a serious fit.
