Laila Landrum is emerging as a high-impact freshman bat for USC Upstate
In the 2026 season, Laila Landrum has become a versatile spark for South Carolina Upstate, hitting .371 with 19 hits, 10 runs, 7 doubles and 13 RBI while earning Big South Freshman of the Week honors after a .600 week with extra-base pop and timely pinch-hit production. She stands out for her ability to affect games in multiple ways as an outfielder/pitcher, and her value goes beyond the stat line: she has shown clutch, high-leverage approach, strong on-base skills, and the kind of adaptability that fits a team needing immediate depth and upside.
