As another college softball season approaches, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on several ASSA softball alumni who are preparing to take the field and continue their journeys at the next level. Watching these athletes grow from dedicated young players into impactful collegiate competitors has been incredibly rewarding, and we’re excited to follow their continued success this year.
Each of these athletes represents the work ethic, resilience, and passion for the game that define the ASSA softball community. Below is a look back at how their most recent seasons went and what lies ahead as they begin a new year of competition.
Nicki Sudall – Fordham University (Senior)
Nicki continues to set the standard at Fordham as she enters her senior season. She earned First Team All-A10 honors in both 2024 and 2025, cementing herself as one of the top players in the conference.
In 2025, Nicki started all 52 games, hitting .331 with 55 hits, 33 RBIs, 12 doubles, and 6 home runs, while posting a 1.000% fielding percentage.Â
Nicole Lioumis – Bucknell University (Senior)
Nicole enters her senior year at Bucknell after playing in 30 games during the 2025 season. She finished the year with 3 home runs and 9 RBIs, providing power and depth to the lineup.
Darby Weller – Fairfield University (Junior)
Darby continued to make her presence known at Fairfield during the 2025 season, appearing in 30 games. She brought speed and energy to the field, recording 10 stolen bases and 11 runs scored.
Emma Ahlborn – Lafayette College (Sophomore)
Emma made an immediate impact during her freshman season at Lafayette, starting all 37 games in 2025. She totaled 26 hits and 13 runs scored, while maintaining a .953 fielding percentage.
In addition to her on-field success, Emma earned a spot on the Patriot League Academic Honor Roll, exemplifying excellence both athletically and academically.Â
Lizzie Kern – Lehigh University (Sophomore)
Lizzie saw action in 41 games during the 2025 season at Lehigh, contributing 19 runs scored, 9 stolen bases, and 8 RBIs.
Sydney Goldstein – Gettysburg University (Sophomore)
After appearing in five games during the 2025 season, Sydney enters her sophomore year with an opportunity to start at third base.
Rachael Schumann – Seton Hall University (Sophomore)
Rachael had a strong year on the mound for Seton Hall in 2025, pitching in 16 games and making 10 starts. She finished the season with a 6–2 record and threw four complete games.
Samantha Wendig – Alfred University, Lillian Waterer – Central Connecticut State University, Hayden Sissons – Widener University, & Gemma Taggart – Delaware Valley University (Freshmen)
Samantha, Lillian, Hayden, and Gemma are set to begin their collegiate softball careers this season, marking an exciting new chapter for each athlete. As freshmen, they are stepping into new environments, higher levels of competition, and the opportunity to continue growing as players and teammates.
Looking Ahead
These athletes represent the dedication, preparation, and love for the game that ASSA strives to instill in every player. As they begin a new season, we’re proud to call them alumni and excited to continue supporting and celebrating their success, on and off the field.
We wish each of them the best of luck this year and can’t wait to watch their continued growth at the college level. Once an ASSA athlete, always part of the ASSA family.
