FARMVILLE, Va. – The Longwood softball program has added a new transfer student to the team, head coach Dr. Megan Brown announced Friday afternoon.

Avery Drake is set to join the Lancers in the fall to round out the roster. The Belton, Texas native comes to Farmville after spending the past four years at Houston Christian University (formerly Houston Baptist University).

"It is my great pleasure to welcome Avery to the Longwood softball family," said Dr. Brown. "Avery truly embodies the competitive spirit and tenacity that is a hallmark of Longwood softball. We look forward to welcoming her and all of our amazing young ladies back to campus this fall."

Drake comes to Longwood following a senior season that saw her start 53/53 games for the Huskies, batting .326 with 57 hits, five doubles, one triple, 14 RBIs, and 17 stolen bases. She was awarded with a 2^nd Team All-Southland Conference for her efforts during the 2023 season. She will be pursuing a Master's of Business Administration during her time at Longwood.

"Farmville feels a lot like my hometown of Belton, Texas and I loved everything that Coach Brown had to say about Longwood University, the softball program and the community," said Drake. "I am looking forward to being apart of the Longwood family and I can't wait to contribute to the competitive championship streak."

Drake joins a Longwood team that finished at the top of the Big South standings in 2023 and claimed two top-ten upsets over #4 Florida State and #8 Duke. To stay up to date with everything Longwood softball, be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram @LongwoodSB.

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