Reese Atwood homers twice off NiJaree Canady in AUSL debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Reese Atwood hit two home runs off NiJaree Canady during her professional debut for the Carolina Blaze in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League on June 14, 2026. Atwood's performance helped secure a win against the Texas Volts at Smith Family Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. Canady, recently signed by the Volts after being the No. 2 pick in the AUSL Draft, made her pro debut in relief. Previously, Atwood had faced Canady multiple times in college, compiling a strong record against her. The game ended early after the Blaze scored another run, nearing the mercy rule.
- •Atwood's first professional hit was a two-run homer off Canady.
- •Canady was the No. 2 pick in the 2026 AUSL Draft.
- •The game ended after the Blaze scored another run in the sixth inning.
- •Atwood faced Canady multiple times in college, winning several matchups.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — Former Longhorns still dominate NiJaree Canady, even in pro softball
"For three years, the Texas Longhorns dominated star softball pitcher NiJaree Canady at the WCWS. The pros are no different.
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