Mertes compiled a .500 batting average (9-for-18) in six games during the Warhawks’ spring trip to Florida. She had three multi-hit performances including a 3-for-4 effort with two runs scored, 2 RBI and two stolen bases against Lawrence University. Mertes was 3-for-3 with two runs scored and three stolen bases against Williams College (Mass.). Her weekly totals from her leadoff batting spot also included 10 stolen bases, five runs scored, two RBI and one double.
Also nominated:
UW-Eau Claire, Sarah Fern, Junior, Firstbase, Brooklyn Center, Minn. (Park Center)
UW-Oshkosh, Katie Koepsel, Freshman, Catcher/Infield, Oak Creek, Wis.
UW-Platteville, Ashlen Folkers, Junior, Shortstop, Rock Falls, Ill.
UW-Stevens Point, Sam Raddant, Freshman, Outfield, Shawano, Wis.
UW-Superior, Chelsey Jarzin, Senior, Catcher, Superior, Wis.