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Huskies Catcher Dominates Wisconsin League
28 Jul
Summary
- Tia Durst boasts a .381 batting average in 15 games.
- She earned multiple academic accolades including NFCA All-America.
- Durst aims for a larger role with the Huskies in 2027.
Washington Huskies catcher Tia Durst has been a standout performer this summer playing in the Northwoods League in Wisconsin. As of July 2026, Durst is hitting .381 with an impressive 1.257 OPS over 15 games for the Madison Night Mares, recording 16 hits, 3 home runs, and 9 RBIs. Her teammates Ava Carroll and Ryan Maddox are also playing in the league.
Durst, a Sycamore, Illinois native, previously played at Lake Land College before transferring to Washington. She has been a valuable player for the Huskies, known for her athleticism and ability to pinch-run. Across 61 games, she has a .263 batting average and has maintained a .993 fielding percentage with only one error.
Beyond her athletic achievements, Durst has also excelled academically. She was recognized as an NFCA All-America Scholar Athlete in 2025 and earned a spot on the Spring Academic All-Big Ten Team and was a National Strength Coaches Association All-American in 2026. She is now poised to take on a larger role for the Huskies in the 2027 season.
