Aylene Lucero of Eastern New Mexico Softball has been honored as the 2025 Female Athletic Performance Athlete of the Year by the Lone Star Conference. This recognition marks a significant milestone as she is the first Greyhound to receive this award. Alongside her, football player Esaias Swindle has been named to the LSC Athletic Performance All-Conference Team, highlighting a year of outstanding achievements for ENMU athletics. The award emphasizes work ethic, communication, and leadership, with both athletes showcasing exemplary dedication and performance.

By the Numbers
  • Lucero had a .414 batting average, leading the team with 75 hits and 61 runs.
  • Swindle recorded 15 tackles and 1.5 sacks across eight games in the 2024 season.
State of Play
  • Lucero’s recognition adds to a successful season, including all-conference and all-region honors.
  • This is the first time Greyhounds have been included in the athletic performance all-conference teams since their inception in 2020.
What's Next

Both Lucero and Swindle are expected to play pivotal roles in their respective sports moving forward. Lucero will continue to build on her successful career as she aims for further accolades, while Swindle is set to contribute significantly to the football program in the upcoming fall season.

Bottom Line

The achievements of Lucero and Swindle reflect the growing strength of Eastern New Mexico athletics, setting a precedent for future student-athletes in terms of performance and dedication.