UMBC's High School Slugger Turned Collegiate Sparkplug
Riley Gallagher, UMBC's dynamic C/OF, exploded out of high school at Lovett with a jaw-dropping .714 BA, .789 OBP, 20 hits, 25 RBI, and 18 runs in the 2024-25 season—smashing homers that nearly dented SUVs—before transitioning to college where she appeared in 23 games (14 starts) as a freshman in 2025, scoring four runs including her first against Niagara. Her elite athleticism, instincts, defensive range, and cannon arm make her a standout; this gritty, high-energy leader is a perfect fit for teams craving versatile pop and lockdown catching.
