Houston Christian University's Lyndie Swanson has been named the Jersey Mike's Southland Conference Pitcher of the Week for her standout performances from April 8-14. Swanson, a senior from Katy, earned this honor after helping HCU secure its first conference series win of the season against Nicholls. She delivered a career-defining 10-inning, 121-pitch performance in the series finale, facing 40 batters and achieving 13 flyouts, 14 groundouts, and 3 strikeouts while allowing just one run. Moreover, she tossed a shutout in the series opener, surrendering only six hits and striking out 8.

By the Numbers
  • Swanson threw 206 pitches and struck out 11 while allowing only 3 walks and 13 hits during the series.
  • She is now 6-6 on the season with an ERA of 2.92 and has recorded 64 strikeouts in 84 innings.
State of Play
  • Swanson's exceptional performances have helped HCU to a 17-20 overall record and a 4-11 standing in the Southland.
  • Houston Christian University will face former Southland Conference opponent Sam Houston State University in its next game on Tuesday.
Bottom Line

Lindy Swanson's outstanding display in the series against Nicholls has earned her the Jersey Mike's Southland Conference Pitcher of the Week award and has significantly contributed to Houston Christian University's competitive standing in the Southland conference.