Maliyah Alexander is giving A&T innings, grit, and freshman poise in the circle
In the 2026 season, North Carolina A&T freshman right-hander Maliyah Alexander has been a real workhorse for the Aggies, sitting at 4-6 with a 4.96 ERA over 55.0 innings and showing enough bite to post 29 strikeouts. She’s been praised in team coverage for solid outings even in losses, including a five-inning effort against a strong opponent where she allowed just one earned run, which hints at a pitcher who competes, adjusts, and doesn’t fold under pressure. If you want a young starter with upside, toughness, and room to grow into a bigger role, she’s worth a hard look.
