
Riley Kairer brings extra-base pop and steady outfield value for UMass
Riley Kairer is a junior outfielder for UMass who has shown real offensive upside, following a 2025 sophomore season with 42 hits, 6 doubles, and 7 triples in 47 games, and she entered 2026 as a regular in the Minutewomen lineup. Her biggest differentiator is gap-to-gap impact and speed-driven extra bases, plus enough consistency to stay in the everyday mix. She also flashed a breakout stretch as a freshman and has continued contributing in big spots, making her a fit for a team that values athletic outfield play and contact-driven offense.



