Christopher Newport University

2024 -- Freshman Season -- Began her CNU career by appearing in 18 games and starting 16 times behind the plate...posted five hits, knocked in four runs, and scored three times...also reached base five times on walks...enjoyed a fantastic defensive season, handling 117 chances with only one error for a fielding percentage of .991.

At Wheaton Warrenville South - Excelled on the softball team during her time with the Tigers ... Also picked up All-Academic accolades after starring in the classroom as well ... Competed on the club circuit with GenuWIN Reign.

Personal - Mackenzie Therese Sowonik is the daughter of Michael and Dorrine Sowonik ... Has two sisters, Madison and Makalya .. Anthony Rizzo is her favorite athlete, while the Rascal Flatts and Morgan Wallen are her favorite musicians  ... Babe Ruth is the person in history she would most like to meet ... Her dream vacation would be a trip to Hawaii ... "The Sandlot" is her favorite movie, and "Criminal Minds" is her favorite TV show ... Steak is her favorite food ... Aspires to be an FBI field agent ... Majoring in psychology.