Softball: Destan Burks Named CUSA Freshman of the Week

Aggies Claim First Freshman of the Week Recognition.

Source: NMSU Athletics
By Izzy Palmisano
Photo By Rodney Hunter for NMSU: Courtesy

DALLAS – NM State freshman Destan Burks has been named Conference USA Freshman of the Week after a dominant performance during the Aggies’ 3–0 start to conference play, helping lead the team to an undefeated rivalry weekend. 

Burks was the Aggies’ most productive hitter over the three-game stretch, finishing 5-for-8 at the plate (.625) while scoring four runs and driving in a team-high seven RBIs. She showcased her power with three home runs, a double, and 15 total bases, posting an eye-catching 1.875 slugging percentage and a .667 on-base percentage for the week.  

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After entering the weekend with just two home runs on the season, Burks broke out with three more homers in the series, more than doubling her season total. In addition to her offensive impact, Burks was perfect defensively, recording eight chances without an error for a 1.000 fielding percentage, while also helping turn a double play. 

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