TennesseeSportsNet has learned today MTSU sophomore Laura Mealer has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. Mealer spoke to the Middle Tennessee State University coaches and broke the news.
She made her announcement saying “thank you MTSU for giving me some of my best friends and best memories! I appreciate the staff, my teammates, and the fans for supporting me to the fullest throughout my 2 years here! With that being said, I have decided to enter the transfer portal, and I am excited to see what my next chapter brings for my next 2 years!” This statement was on Laura’s Facebook page dated May 29th.
The C-USA 1st team shortstop helped the Blue Raiders gain high-acclaim during the Tuscaloosa Regional Tournament. They forced a winner-take-all game vs host Alabama with a big home run in their 4-1 win. Mealer hit 2 total in their 2 games. She also was selected on the NCAA All-Regional Team.
Mealer was also a big part of the most wins in program history. Third conference championship in program history and the program’s first three NCAA Tournament wins. And for sure she’ll be tough to replace!
For the season the former Forrest Lady Rocket led MTSU with a .388 BA, up from last year. Blasted out 12 homers, 2 more than in 2022. Also had 57 RBI, scored 67 runs and had 78 hits. Mealer had an amazing OPS of 1.163.