Samantha Bland has been a steady, award-level bat for Nebraska in 2026
Samantha Bland has been one of Nebraska’s most reliable middle-of-the-order contributors in the 2026 season, starting 54 games at third base and earning Second-Team All-Big Ten and NFCA All-Mountain Region honors.[1] She’s shown real two-way value: the official 2026 Nebraska stats sheet lists her at .309 with 38 hits, 31 runs, 8 doubles, 4 home runs and 18 RBI, while her fielding percentage sits at .955.[6] The big takeaway? She brings contact, power flashes, and competitive edge — a player who looks built for meaningful innings when the pressure gets loud.[2][3]
