LSU freshman pitchers Carley Hoover and Allie Walljasper were honored as two of the 25 finalists for the NFCA DI Freshman of the Year, marking the first season in program history that LSU has two candidates for the award.
Hoover and Walljasper have shined in the circle during their freshman campaign, earning a combined 22-4 record.
Hoover, a transfer from Stanford, has brought power pitching to LSU’s rotation, leading the staff with 113 strikeouts and 88 innings pitched. Hoover holds a 11-2 record and has earned two saves this season, which is tied for fourth in the Southeastern Conference.
Walljasper started her LSU career making program history with nine straight wins. She leads the Tigers with a 1.32 ERA while also tallying an 11-2 record in the circle. Walljasper has made her mark by minimizing walks — her 16 free passes this season ranks second-fewest in the SEC.
The NFCA will announce the top 10 finalists May 7.