Tiffany Stevens
Tiffany Stevens
Tiffany Stevens is an American professional softball player and former NCAA Division I athlete. She played collegiate softball for the University of Akron and signed a professional contract with the Coastal Bend Tidal Wave of Women’s Professional Fastpitch. Stevens gained regional recognition as a multi-sport athlete at Clay High School in Oregon, Ohio, earning district and state honors in softball and competing in varsity basketball.[1]
 Tiffany Stevens hitting during a University of Akron softball game, 2024 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Softball |
| Position | Outfielder |
Early life and education
Stevens grew up in northwest Ohio and attended Clay High School in Oregon, Ohio, graduating in 2019.
High school career
Softball
During her senior season in 2019, Stevens was a key contributor to Clay’s Division I postseason run, providing speed and defensive skill in the outfield. She was named to the All-Ohio Second Team and received Three Rivers Athletic Conference (TRAC) Player of the Year honors. Stevens also earned multiple All-District selections and academic recognition.[2][3]
She was highlighted in local media coverage for her contributions throughout the 2019 regular season and postseason.[4]
Stevens was also noted for her defensive play, including a standout over-the-fence catch during the 2019 Division I postseason that helped Clay secure a key victory.
Basketball
Stevens also played varsity basketball at Clay High School, participating in district tournament play and receiving mention in postseason previews during the 2017–18 season.[5]
College career
Stevens played NCAA Division I softball for the University of Akron from 2020 through 2024. She appeared in more than 200 games and was a consistent contributor in the outfield.[6]
In her final season in 2024, Stevens started 52 games and recorded 31 hits, including five doubles and two home runs. She contributed both offensively and defensively, and was named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District® Softball Team.[7]
Stevens also earned recognition as an NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete during her collegiate career.[8]
Professional career
In June 2024, Stevens signed a professional contract with the Coastal Bend Tidal Wave of Women’s Professional Fastpitch after completing her collegiate career.[9]
Academics and personal life
Stevens was a Dean’s List student throughout her undergraduate career at the University of Akron. She later enrolled in graduate study in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Bowling Green State University.[10]
References
- ↑ "Clay softball speedster Stevens looking for strong finish". The Toledo Blade. May 2, 2019.
- ↑ "2019 All-Ohio Softball Teams" (PDF). Ohio High School Athletic Association.
- ↑ "Clay beats Springfield for Division I softball championship". The Toledo Blade. May 17, 2019.
- ↑ "High school softball roundup". The Toledo Blade. May 14, 2019.
- ↑ "Prep Basketball: Notre Dame, Clay girls will battle in districts". The Toledo Blade. February 23, 2018.
- ↑ "Tiffany Stevens – Softball Roster". GoZips.com. University of Akron Athletics.
- ↑ "Lee, Sivek and Stevens named to 2023–24 CSC Academic All-District Softball Team". GoZips.com. May 28, 2024.
- ↑ "Zips land 12 on NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete list". GoZips.com. August 4, 2022.
- ↑ "Tiffany Stevens signs pro contract to play for Coastal Bend Tidal Wave". GoZips.com. June 10, 2024.
- ↑ "Tiffany Stevens". Opendorse.
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