NiJaree Canady, a former Topeka High student, is returning to the Women’s College World Series for the second year in a row after leading Stanford to an 8-0 victory over LSU in a Super Regional series finale. In the game, Canady pitched 6.0 innings, allowing just three hits and striking out three batters. Despite a tough loss to LSU in a previous game, Stanford faced elimination but Canady’s pitching helped secure a 3-0 win to force a game three.
Known as the 2023 National Freshman of the Year, Canady has continued her outstanding performance in her sophomore season. She was named the 2024 Pac-12 Pitcher of the Year and is now a top-three finalist for the USA Softball Player of the Year award. Canady will be competing in the WCWS to vie for a National Championship, starting off against Texas. Last year, she helped Stanford reach the semifinals where they were defeated by the eventual National Champions, Oklahoma.
With Canady’s impressive pitching skills and determination, Stanford is hopeful for a successful run in the WCWS this year. Fans will be cheering her on as she strives to bring home a championship title.
