Trinity Jones Estrada gives NIU a defense-first, versatile backstop with a proven glove
Jones Estrada is a valuable fit if you need a catcher/utility player who can handle the run-prevention side of the game: in 2026 she appeared in 23 games with 15 starts and posted a .987 fielding percentage, while her 2024 season showed heavier workload value with 45 games, 40 starts, and 175 putouts. Offensively, the numbers have been modest (.143 in 2026, .202 in 2024), so her appeal is less about impact power and more about defensive reliability, lineup flexibility, and being a steady option when versatility matters most.