
Piper Stephens is IU Indy’s versatile, contact-first spark plug
In the 2025-26 season, Piper Stephens hit .273 with 9 hits, 7 runs, 4 RBI and 2 walks in 26 games, and she flashed her value as a utility player who can move around the diamond and keep the offense moving[4]. Her freshman year added even more intrigue: 31 games, 12 starts, 6 hits, 9 runs and 5 steals, showing speed and aggressive baserunning that can pressure defenses[4]. The bigger selling point is fit—she’s a savvy, high-energy depth piece with academic recognition and a track record of production plus versatility, which makes her a useful glue player for a roster[1][4].



