Naya Taylor is a clutch-bat catcher giving Utah Tech a defensive backbone
In the 2026 season, Utah Tech catcher Naya Taylor has shown real value as a two-way spark: the Trailblazers’ stats list her hitting .314 with a .807 OPS, plus 16 hits, 11 RBI, and a home run, while game recaps show she has delivered in pressure spots with extra-base power and run production. Her calling card, though, is still the glove—she was described in her signing profile as a three-year varsity starter with consecutive Defensive Player of the Year honors in high school, which speaks to quick reactions and strong game awareness behind the plate. If you want a steady, competitive catcher who can help both with pitch handling and timely offense, she fits the bill.
