Maddie Nichols is ULM’s senior two-way tone-setter in the circle
In the 2026 season, Maddie Nichols has been a steadying force for UL Monroe, flashing strikeout stuff and big-game poise — including an 11-strikeout outing against Northern Iowa and a seven-K, zero-walk win over Alcorn. She entered 2026 with preseason all-conference recognition after a 2025 season that featured an 11-10 record, a 2.57 ERA, and top-tier Sun Belt rankings in opponent batting average and strikeouts. Nichols’ edge is her competitiveness: she can miss bats, limit free passes, and give ULM a reliable veteran presence both as a pitcher and utility option.
