Valerie Ornelas brings steadiness and experience behind the plate for ACU
Ornelas is a reliable veteran catcher for Abilene Christian who has been a steady part of the lineup in 2026, hitting .295 with a .386 on-base percentage while contributing 26 hits and 11 runs in 38 games; her value goes beyond the bat, because she has logged time as the Wildcats’ primary catcher and showed durability and defensive trust at the position after making 27 appearances and 14 starts at catcher in 2024 at UT Arlington. That profile makes her a fit for a team that wants a contact-oriented, game-managing backstop with proven experience and low-drama consistency.[1][2][3]
