University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Hermanek Adds to 2019 Recruiting Class
11/21/2018 12:21:00 PM | Softball
Panthers Add Two More to 2019 Recruiting Class
PITTSBURGH – Pitt softball head coach Jodi Hermanek announced Wednesday the addition of two more student-athletes to the University of Pittsburgh softball 2019 recruiting class.
The Panthers will welcome Kayla Lane and Taegen Lewellen to the program following the recent signings of Hope Alley, Emily Riggs and Makenzie Stiles.
Kayla Lane / Infield / LaGrange, Ga. / Troup County High School
HIGH SCHOOL
Attended Troup County High School … Two-time First Team and two-time Second Team All-Region honoree … Named Rookie of the Year in freshman season, Defensive Player of the Year in sophomore season, Offensive Most Valuable Player in junior season and Most Valuable Player in senior season … Hit .320 or better all four years of high school … Four-year Scholar Athlete … Four-year class Vice President.
CLUB
Plays for Firecrackers U18 Gold – McDonald team … Previously played for East Cobb Bullets and Team Alabama.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Stephen and Kristal Lane … Has two siblings, Hanna and Jake … Father played football at Ole Miss … Uncle played for the LA Dodgers.
HERMANEK ON LANE
"We are excited that Kayla chose Pitt softball. She is going to be an impact player for our infield. Kayla plays in one of the toughest regions in the country, so her experiences have readied her to contend in the ACC."
LANE ON PITT
"I had never seen myself going to school this far away from home, but when I came to visit Pitt I felt really comfortable. I liked the positive environment the coaches created, and the girls were great too. I feel blessed and look forward to the opportunity to be a part of an amazing program. I truly feel like Pitt is where I am meant to be."
Taegen Lewellen / Utility / Locust Grove, Ga. / Locust Grove High School
HIGH SCHOOL
Attended Locust Grove High School … Team went 107-27 over her four years … Team won the 2017 and 2018 Region 4A State Championship … Two-time First Team All-Region infielder and one-time All-Region utility player … GACA All-Star and All-State nominee in senior year … Also played basketball and golf … National Honors Society member.
CLUB
Played for the Atlanta Vipers Moore … Team won the 2016 Junior Olympic Cup Championship.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Chris and Dari Lewellen … Has two siblings, Karli and Reece.
HERMANEK ON LEWELLEN
"We are excited to announce the commitment of Taegen to join our Panther family. Taegen is a dynamic athlete who will add value to our infield, outfield and offense. We are getting a special person who will add character to our programs culture."
LEWELLEN ON PITT
"I decided to commit to Pitt because it felt like a 'home away from home' to me. I instantly clicked with the girls and coaches and was very impressed by the facilities. Overall, I loved the atmosphere of Pittsburgh."
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The Panthers will welcome Kayla Lane and Taegen Lewellen to the program following the recent signings of Hope Alley, Emily Riggs and Makenzie Stiles.
Kayla Lane / Infield / LaGrange, Ga. / Troup County High School
HIGH SCHOOL
Attended Troup County High School … Two-time First Team and two-time Second Team All-Region honoree … Named Rookie of the Year in freshman season, Defensive Player of the Year in sophomore season, Offensive Most Valuable Player in junior season and Most Valuable Player in senior season … Hit .320 or better all four years of high school … Four-year Scholar Athlete … Four-year class Vice President.
CLUB
Plays for Firecrackers U18 Gold – McDonald team … Previously played for East Cobb Bullets and Team Alabama.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Stephen and Kristal Lane … Has two siblings, Hanna and Jake … Father played football at Ole Miss … Uncle played for the LA Dodgers.
HERMANEK ON LANE
"We are excited that Kayla chose Pitt softball. She is going to be an impact player for our infield. Kayla plays in one of the toughest regions in the country, so her experiences have readied her to contend in the ACC."
LANE ON PITT
"I had never seen myself going to school this far away from home, but when I came to visit Pitt I felt really comfortable. I liked the positive environment the coaches created, and the girls were great too. I feel blessed and look forward to the opportunity to be a part of an amazing program. I truly feel like Pitt is where I am meant to be."
Taegen Lewellen / Utility / Locust Grove, Ga. / Locust Grove High School
HIGH SCHOOL
Attended Locust Grove High School … Team went 107-27 over her four years … Team won the 2017 and 2018 Region 4A State Championship … Two-time First Team All-Region infielder and one-time All-Region utility player … GACA All-Star and All-State nominee in senior year … Also played basketball and golf … National Honors Society member.
CLUB
Played for the Atlanta Vipers Moore … Team won the 2016 Junior Olympic Cup Championship.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Chris and Dari Lewellen … Has two siblings, Karli and Reece.
HERMANEK ON LEWELLEN
"We are excited to announce the commitment of Taegen to join our Panther family. Taegen is a dynamic athlete who will add value to our infield, outfield and offense. We are getting a special person who will add character to our programs culture."
LEWELLEN ON PITT
"I decided to commit to Pitt because it felt like a 'home away from home' to me. I instantly clicked with the girls and coaches and was very impressed by the facilities. Overall, I loved the atmosphere of Pittsburgh."
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