Ella Thurman gives Saint Mary’s a valuable two-way look in the circle and in the infield
Thurman is emerging as a key sophomore for Saint Mary’s in 2026, making 21 appearances in the circle and giving the Gaels flexibility as a **pitcher/infielder** with a right-handed arm and bat. She profiles as a steady, competitive depth piece who can help shorten games with relief innings while also covering defensive needs; Saint Mary’s even highlighted a 2.2-inning scoreless relief stint against Mississippi State, showing she can handle pressure. That combo of versatility, toughness, and team-first utility makes her a useful fit for programs that value adaptable, reliable role players.
