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New Braunfels Today
By the People, for the People
Mississippi State's Kinley Keller Named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week
Keller had 8 hits, 4 doubles, and 3 RBIs in 5 games over the weekend
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Kinley Keller, a freshman outfielder for the Mississippi State Bulldogs softball team, was named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week after a standout performance over the weekend. Keller went 8-for-12 with four doubles and three RBIs while striking out just once in five games, helping the Bulldogs to a 10-0 start to the season.
Why it matters
Keller's strong start to her collegiate career is a promising sign for the Bulldogs, who are off to their best start since 2016. As a highly touted recruit from Texas, Keller's early success could be a key factor in Mississippi State's push to climb the national rankings and contend for an SEC title.
The details
Keller, a 5'9" outfielder from New Braunfels, Texas, made her first official at-bat of her career in the Bulldogs' home opener against Southern Miss. Over the weekend at the Snowman: Alex Wilcox Memorial tournament, Keller's production at the plate increased, as she went 3-for-3 against North Texas with two doubles and two RBIs to close out the weekend.
- Keller made her first official at-bat of her career in Mississippi State's home opener against Southern Miss.
- Over the weekend of February 14-16, 2026, Keller went 8-for-12 with four doubles and three RBIs in five games at the Snowman: Alex Wilcox Memorial tournament.
The players
Kinley Keller
A 5'9" freshman outfielder for the Mississippi State Bulldogs softball team, who was named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week after a standout performance over the weekend.
Samantha Ricketts
The head coach of the Mississippi State Bulldogs softball team, who has led the team to a 10-0 start to the 2026 season.
What’s next
The Bulldogs will look to remain undefeated and build on their hot start as they host Memphis on Wednesday before competing in the Bulldog Invitational this weekend, facing Belmont, Samford, and Delaware State.
The takeaway
Kinley Keller's early success as a freshman outfielder for the Mississippi State Bulldogs softball team is a promising sign for the program, as they aim to climb the national rankings and contend for an SEC title in 2026.
