Tiffin University's softball program has announced its latest recruiting class.

Jessica Miller 

Jessica is from Perrysburg, Ohio, and attends Perrysburg High School. She plans to study Justice Advocacy. Key softball stats Include a .512 AVG, .559 OB%, 42 hits, and 7 home runs her junior season. High school softball awards include First Team All-Northern Lakes League (NLL), Third Team All-NLL, Second Team All-District, and Third Team All-District. She is the record holder for RBIs at Perrysburg HS and plays for Ohio Outlaws Acord.

"I chose Tiffin because I really like the playing schedule, how close it is to home, and how welcoming everyone is!" said Miller.

Scylea Zolman 

Scylea is from Defiance, Ohio, and attends Tinora High School. Key softball stats include 626 career strikeouts, .176 career batting average against, and has led the team in home runs her whole high school career. She finished her junior season with a .961 WHIP. Academically she is a member of the National Honors Society. High school softball awards include GMC Player of the Year sophomore year, First Team All GMC all three years, First Team All-District junior year, and Second Team All-State Junior Year. 

"I chose Tiffin because of the small size and the environment felt like home. The team is always finding a way to have fun!" said Zolman.

Kylee Kleiner 

Kylee is from Vandalia, Oio, and attends Butler High School. She plans to study Exercise Science. Key softball stats include a .461 AVG, 27 RBI, 8 doubles, 4 triples, and 2 home runs her junior year. She was First Team MVL 2022 and 2023 and also earned the All Ohio Academic Award. She plays for Mavs 05 Nuess.

"I chose Tiffin because I instantly felt at home. I loved how the atmosphere felt with the softball team and immediately wanted to be part of it!" said Kleiner.

Angelle Haan 

Angelle is from Fowlerville, Michigan, and attends Fowlerville High School. She plans to study Biology. Junior year softball stats include .386 AVG, 1.158 OPS, 8 doubles, 3 triples, 3 home runs, 25 RBI, and 15 stolen bases. She is a First Team All-Conference player. She also plays for Turnin2 Smigiel.

"I choose Tiffin because the small-town atmosphere makes me feel right at home and the lifelong relationships I will make with this great group of girls," said Haan.

Tori Abel 

Tori is from Fishers, Indiana, and attends Fishers High School. She plans to study Education. She also plays for Indiana Gators Hazelwood. 

"I chose Tiffin because the first time I stepped on campus it felt like it could be my future home. I loved the team environment and I knew that it would be a good next 4 years," said Abel.

Lexi Struble 

Lexi is from Byron Center, Michigan, and attends Byron Center High School. She plans to study Accounting. Junior season softball highlights include 29 hits, 5 doubles, 1 triple, 3 home runs, 30 RBI, 37 putouts, and 9 assists. She is a National Honors Society member. OK-White All-Conference Honorable Mention junior year. She plays for Michigan Storm Sleeman. 

"I chose Tiffin because the moment I stepped on campus it felt like home. The team environment and atmosphere during camps are phenomenal. The girls and coaching staff are amazing, and I have always felt a sense of belonging around them and on campus. I can't wait to get started next fall! Go Gons!" said Struble.

Kayla Hammonds 

Kayla is from The Plains, Ohio, and attends Athens High School. She plans to study Pre-Vet. Career high school stats include 101 hits, 63 RBI, and 72 runs scored. High school awards include All TVC Ohio, All TVC Honor Roll, All Ohio Underclassman Tournament selection, and All District Academic Honor Roll. She plays for USSSA Pride Platinum.

"I chose Tiffin because I really like the campus, the small class sizes, and the coaches. They are very welcoming and supportive!" said Hammonds.

Kendra Hammonds 

Kendra is from The Plains, Ohio, and attends Athens High School. She plans to study Forensic Science. Career high school stats include 109 hits, 94 RBI, 9 HR, and 86 runs scored. High school awards include Rookie of the Year, District Honorable Mention, All TVC Ohio, All TVC Honor Roll, All Ohio Underclassman Tournament Selection, and All-District Academic Honor Roll. She plays for USSSA Pride Platinum.

"I chose Tiffin because the campus is pretty and unique. The University isn't too far away from home, and I'm excited about the Forensic Science major they offer! Coach Paige and Coach Megan are great coaches that I look forward to playing for!" said Hammonds.

Brooke Taylor 

Brooke is from Brownstown, Michigan, and attends Woodhaven High School. She plans to study Forensic Science. Key softball stats include being a D1 high school state finalist in 2023, .400 AVG, .559 SLG%, 47 hits, and 25 RBI. She earned All-League and All-Conference Awards. She plays for the Chicago Wildcats 18u TH.

"Tiffin was my first choice when I began weighing my options. Unlike many other schools, Tiffin offered and specialized in my major, making this school stand out from others. On the athletic end, the softball team was inviting and I loved the way they operated. I looked forward to each Tiffin camp I attended and I felt like I learned something new each time I left, whether it was a new drill or new skill. I am so excited to begin this new chapter of my life at Tiffin!" said Taylor.

Skylar Colvin

Skylar is from Bellevue, Ohio, and attends Margaretta High School. She plans to study Exercise Science. She received the All Ohio Academic Award. She also plays for Team Ohio Black. 

"I chose Tiffin because it felt like home. The team and coaches are great! I'm super excited for the next 4 years!" said Colvin.

Natalie Hammerschmidt 

Natalie is from Rootstown, Ohio, and attends Rootstown High School. She plans to study Exercise Science. She earned Second Team All-Conference all three years of high school. She also plays for Thunder Elite Interthal. 

"I chose Tiffin because I had an immediate home-like feeling. I not only chose Tiffin because it felt like home, but also because of the wonderful Exercise Science program they have. It was a perfect academic and athletic fit for me. I am beyond excited to be a Gon!" said Hammerschmidt.