Kentucky Softball Signs Seven Players to Athletic Aid Agreement

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky Softball team and head coach Rachel Lawson announced Wednesday that it has signed seven players to an athletics aid agreement. All players who signed in this period will officially enroll at the University in the fall of 2026 and will play their first season of competition in the spring of 2027.

Kwinci Brown
Elk Grove, Calif.
Pitcher
Bats: R / Throws: R

• Sheldon HS Defensive MVP in 2025
• All Delta League First Team
• Extra Innings Softball Top-100

“Kwinci brings an array of pitches that plays well in today’s game. Her ability to command all zones and speeds will add strength to our deep pitching rotation.” – Rachel Lawson

Mayce Burkett
Spring, Texas
Catcher / Utility
Bats: R / Throws: R

• 2023 First Team All-District and Offensive MVP
• 2024 Second Team All-District and Team MVP
• 2025 First Team All-District and Team MVP

“Mayce’s keen sense for the game adds to her strength and versatility behind the dish. A pure RBI producer, we look for Mayce to be a key addition in the middle of our order.” – Rachel Lawson

Kennedy Christopher
Oak Creek, Wisc.
Infield
Bats: R / Throws: R

• Career HR leader at Oak Creek High School
• Second Team All-State
• First Team All-District and All-Conference

“A high-energy player, Kennedy is an athlete the Big Blue Nation is not going to want to miss. Kennedy brings an elite combination of strength and speed at the corner and heart of the lineup.” – Rachel Lawson

Caroline Constable
Mooresville, N.C.
Outfield
Bats: L / Throws: R

• 2025 Iredell Co. Player of the Year
• South Iredell High School MVP
• 2025 Carolina High School Assoc. First Team All-State

“A true triple threat, Caroline beings speed, power and excitement to the Wildcats. Coupled with her speed, she brings elite defensive tools and great instincts.” – Rachel Lawson

Brynley Erb
Russiaville, Ind.
Utility
Bats: R / Throws: R

• 2025 Gatorade Player of the Year in Indiana
• 2024 3A State Champion
• 2024 Indy Star Softball Player of the Year

“Brynley is a showstopper. She plays her best when the lights are on. An anchor in the outfield, Brynley is the type of hitter and base runner you want at the plate when the game is on the line.” – Rachel Lawson

Annie Newman
Philpot, Ky.
Infield
Bats: R / Throws: R

• 2022 PGF National Champion
• 2024 District Player of the Year
• 2025 Region 3 Player of the Year

“Annie is a born leader. Her strength of will and character makes her the ideal player in the middle of the field and at the top of the lineup. Annie makes big plays in bog moments.” – Rachel Lawson

Cheri Thompson
Riverside, Calif.
Infield
Bats: R / Throws: R

• 2023 All-American All Star
• 2024 PEAK Award
• 2024 CIF MVP

“The heart of a lion, Cheri has the ability and willingness to play every position at the highest level. Also a strong hitter, Cheri’s tools and work ethic position her to make an immediate impact.” – Rachel Lawson

Kentucky’s full 2026 spring competition schedule will be released in the coming weeks.