LAKEWOOD, CO- The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) announced the winner of the 2026 Academic Player of the Year for softball on Wednesday, and Hanna Espinoza has earned the prestigious award for her efforts both in the classroom and on the diamond. 

Espinoza holds an impressive 4.00 Grade Point Average in Business Administration at Colorado Christian as she truly displays what it means to be a student athlete that performs at a high level both in the classroom and on the field of competition. 

The best closer in the RMAC has been stellar in her junior season, holding an ERA of 2.00 in 56.0 innings pitched. Known for her strikeout stuff on her off speed pitches with movement, Hanna is 6-0 with 5 saves as she has been a massive part of the teams' historic success this year. Always someone to be counted on in long or short relief, she has come through for her team time and time again. 

Congratulations to Hanna Espinoza on being named the 2026 RMAC Academic Player of the Year!