Columbia’s breakout ace who’s already landing hardware
In the 2026 season, Mads Lawson emerged as Columbia’s do-it-all force in the circle, finishing 15-9 with a 2.44 ERA, 157 strikeouts, and 169.1 innings while earning Ivy League Pitcher of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and NFCA First Team All-Region honors[2][3]. The big separator: she’s a bulldog with real starter stamina — complete games, strikeout punch, and enough poise to rebound after a rocky start to the year[2][5]. She also brings two-way value as a pitcher/infielder, which makes her a fit for teams that want competitiveness, durability, and a legit frontline arm[1][4].