Northern Kentucky University Norse softball player Makaree Chapman was named the Horizon League’s Pitcher of the Week on April 27, marking her second time receiving this honor during the current season.
This recognition highlights Chapman’s performance and contributions to her team. The award underscores her role in helping Northern Kentucky achieve success in recent games.
Head coach Morgan Gerak said, “Makaree was prepared for whatever the team needed this past weekend. We take pride in being a pitching staff, and Makaree filled multiple roles to help secure the series sweep. She was poised and prepared for the opportunity. She was tough in big moments for our team and we are so proud!”
Chapman helped guide Northern Kentucky to a sweep over Detroit Mercy and contributed to a 4-1 record on the week. Over four appearances, she pitched 13.2 innings with a 1-0 record and earned a save. In her final outing of the week, she allowed just one unearned run during a complete game effort—the only run scored against her all week—finishing with an earned run average of 0.00. Chapman struck out eight batters overall, including four strikeouts across two innings during one appearance against Detroit Mercy, and recorded a save by pitching two scoreless innings in another game.
The Norse will conclude their regular season this weekend with a three-game series against IU Indy in Indianapolis.
