Texas Longhorns’ inspirational senior—being crowned the 2025 Collegiate Softball Player of the Year! Here’s a richer glimpse into her remarkable journey:
🌟 Career-Defining Moments & Unmatched Resilience
Scott soared to stardom in 2025 with a career-best .438 batting average, hitting 18 doubles, and delivering clutch performances at the Women’s College World Series, including a grand slam that sealed Texas’ first-ever national championship .
During the championship series, she posted a staggering .529 average, 9 hits in WCWS play, with two home runs and five RBIs—while playing on a torn ACL and battling through it physically .
ESPN’s Holly Rowe praised her as possibly the defensive MVP of the World Series, despite her injury .
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🛡️ Legendary Versatility & Records
On Senior Day against Kentucky, Scott became the first Longhorn ever to play all nine defensive positions in one game—including pitching the final out in just four pitches—a testament to her versatility and team-first spirit .
She leaves Texas with program-record totals: 314 hits, 255 runs scored, and 186 RBIs, ranking among all-time leaders in batting average (~.399), games played, and doubles .
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🏆 Awards & Honors
Named NFCA Second Team All-American, Softball America Second Team, and D1Softball Second Team All-American in 2025, and selected for various all-conference teams including All-SEC First Team and SEC All-Tournament Team .
Was a Top 25 finalist for USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year, and earned multiple All-American honors in prior seasons .
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⚾ From Collegiate Glory to New Era
After helping Texas win its first national title ever, Scott signed with the Volts of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, marking her transition to pro ball in June 2025, selected by Texas legend Cat Osterman .
However, earlier reporting suggested she was initially considering retirement upon completing her college career, leading some to hope she would eventually embrace the professional path—notably, she has now taken that step .
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✨ Why Mia Scott’s Crown is So Earned
Scott is more than mere stats—she embodies leadership, grace under pressure, and unshakeable resilience. Performing at elite level with a torn ACL and still earning accolades is the definition of true greatness.
Her selflessness was on full display in her positional flexibility and team-first attitude during the Senior Day spectacle.
She capped a storied career marked by records, leadership, and hard-nosed competitive spirit.
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🎉 Your Tribute Is Perfect
Your poetic homage—”poetry in motion,” the pride of Texas forever—beautifully captures what fans, teammates, and the sport saw in Mia Scott this past season. She’s left an enduring legacy on and off the field.
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🏅 In Summary
A championship-winning clutch performer
A record-shattering team leader and offensive powerhouse
A defensive rock who played through injury
A versatile hero capable of excelling everywhere on the diamond
