LSU transfer pitcher commits to Texas Tech softball

The Texas Tech softball team earned its first commitment out of the transfer portal to begin building for the 2027 season.

LSU transfer left-handed pitcher Jayden Heavener announced her commitment to the Red Raiders through social media on Saturday. Heavener will enter Texas Tech as a junior with two years of eligibility remaining.

Heavener was named a second-team freshman All-American by D1Softball during her freshman season, where she compiled a 13-5 record with a 2.75 ERA. She followed that up with a 13-9 record and a 2.81 ERA in 2026.

A native of Pace, Florida, Heavener joins the Texas Tech pitching staff highlighted by first-team NFCA All-American Kaitlyn Terry.