Top 10 freshman NCAA softball players during 2024 season

6. Michelle Chatfield, IF, Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech has had a strong 2024 season thus far and one of the big reasons why has been the emergence of its freshman star, Chatfield. The 6-foot Virginia native is one of the top power hitters in this season’s freshman class and has also been one of the best at hitting the long ball overall across the country with 15 home runs this season, the sixth-most among Division I players. Chatfield is also hitting .315 with a .796 slugging percentage and a 1.209 OPS while adding 28 RBIs and 27 runs. Chatfield’s power has the ability to change games and will likely be a key factor in the Hokies’ success down the stretch.

Michelle's World 🌎

Leading Freshman in the nation with 15 home runs 👏 pic.twitter.com/3jW8OfrlIX

— Virginia Tech Softball (@HokiesSoftball) April 3, 2024