Indiana Institute of Technology

2024: Markle had a strong debut season, appearing in 24 games with 5 starts. She finished with a .300 batting average, collecting 9 hits in 30 at-bats, including 5 doubles, while driving in 7 RBIs and scoring 8 runs. She also drew 6 walks, struck out only 3 times, and went 2-for-2 in stolen base attempts, posting a .432 on-base percentage and a .467 slugging percentage.

Defensively, Markle appeared in 10 fielding opportunities, recording 8 putouts, 2 assists, and a perfect fielding percentage of 1.000, showing reliability and composure in the field. Her balanced contributions on both offense and defense made her a valuable asset to the team in her first year.

Bio: Makena Markle joins the team as a freshman catcher from Leo High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. At 5’3”, she brings quickness, defensive awareness, and strong fundamentals behind the plate. Markle’s work ethic, leadership potential, and competitive nature make her a promising addition to the team’s catching corps. She is expected to contribute defensively while developing her offensive skills at the collegiate level.