Ava Coggins brings freshman pop, speed, and big-game poise to Presbyterian
In the 2026 season, Ava Coggins emerged as a useful two-way spark for Presbyterian, finishing with a .325 batting average and .761 OPS in 36 games, including 27 hits and 8 RBI, while earning 2026 Big South All-Freshman Team and Second Team honors[1][2]. She missed nearly a month early with injury, then returned to hit .326 in league play and drive 15 of her 26 hits against Big South competition, which says a lot about her competitiveness and ability to ramp up fast[2]. Coggins was also praised by the program for her early-career start at .350 in 20 plate appearances, a strong sign she can fit a high-energy lineup with upside in the outfield[1].
