Sammy Zelenka brings clutch at-bats and steady freshman production to FIU's infield
Zelenka was an immediate contributor for FIU in 2025, appearing in 42 games with 33 starts and batting .287 with 14 RBI as a freshman, while also delivering in pressure spots with key hits like a go-ahead double in FIU’s upset of No. 21 FAU.[4][1][3] Her profile suggests a useful lineup piece for a team that values contact, situational hitting, and composure in big moments more than pure power; the available reporting highlights a bat that plays in close games and a player who already earned trust as a regular starter.[4][1][6]
