One of seven freshman newcomers for the Ducks in 2013, and one of two infielders. Should be one of the team's most powerful additions at the plate and has versatility to play multiple spots in the infield.

Prep: Another talented Southern California product, she was honored as a first-team all-league pick as a sophomore, junior and senior; second-team choice as a freshman; and an all-league academic choice all four seasons. In club action, she helped her Strike Force Gold team place third in the 2011 Louisville Slugger Independence Day tournament, thanks to her three homers. In prior summer seasons, she played for the American Pastime Gold (2010), OC Batbusters (2007-09) and So Cal Bombers (2005) club teams.

PERSONAL: Undeclared major. Parents are Steve and Lori, and has one older brother, Sammy, and one younger sister, Skyler.

FUN FACTS
Preferred First Name: Stevie Jo
Nicknames: Stevie Jo, K-napp
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Stuffed Animal: Big Bear Jeffrey
Pets Growing Up: Dogs (Jake, Blaze, Luke, Bubba, Duke, Joey, Bella, Louie)
If I got a Tatoo, it Would be of: Bri Matthews' initials
Favorite Saying/Motto: Dream & Believe
Personal Hero: My parents
Most Prized Possession: My necklace and ring
When I was a Little Kid I Wanted to be a: Superhero
Favorite College Class: Math 95
Intended Career Profession: Special needs teacher/physical therapist
If I Could Have Dinner With Anybody: Josh Hamilton
I'd Die Without My: Family
First Car: Kia Optima Hybrid 2012
Favorite Place I've Visited: Miami
Favorite Place I'd Like to Travel to: Bora Bora
Favorite Place on Campus: My dorm room
Favorite Place to take Visitors to Eugene: Bepe and Gianni's
Favorite Entrée/Dish: Spaghetti and meatballs
Favorite Ice Cream: Mint Cookie Crunch
Favorite Snack: Cup of noodles
Favorite Pizza Toppings: Pepperoni and cheese
Favorite Drink: Lipton Green Tea
Favorite Type of Food: Italian and mexican
Best Dish I Can Make: Mexican lasagna
Favorite Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You
Favorite Actor: Justin Timberlake
Favorite Actress: Sandra Bullock
Favorite TV Comedy: Modern Family
Favorite TV Drama: Grey's Anatomy
Favorite TV Reality Show: Jersey Shore
Favorite Cartoon Character: Spongebob Squarepants
Favorite Singer or Band/CD: Daughtry and Cris Cab
Funniest Thing Any Player/Coach Has Said: We ride dolphins in Hawai'i, not bikes.
Special Item I Have to Travel With: Phone and beats
First Athletic Award When You Were a Little Kid: MVP of my elementary school
Most Embarrassing Athletic Moment: Tearing my ACL because I fell and screamed
Biggest Fan: My parents and boyfriend
Favorite Pro Team: Texas Rangers
Favorite Elite Softball Player: Jennie Finch
If I didn't play softball, I would play/compete in: volleyball

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