MADISON - The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) announced its 2025 softball awards today, with University of Wisconsin-Stout standouts
Leyten Bowers,
Austin Miller,
Justin Sedin and
Drew Buss earning All-WIAC recognition.
Leyten Bowers, a dynamic junior shortstop, started all 40 games and delivered a breakout season, earning his first All-WIAC nod. Batting .385 with a .475 on-base percentage and a .678 slugging percentage, Bowers set career highs across the board. His 55 RBIs tied for the WIAC lead, ranked 27th nationally, and matched a UW-Stout single-season record. Bowers smashed 8 home runs, 10 doubles, and 4 triples—the latter tying for second-most in a single season in school history. A highlight of his campaign was a walk-off grand slam against UW-River Falls on April 23, sealing a thrilling Blue Devil victory.
Junior
Austin Miller showcased his versatility as a second baseman, outfielder, and pitcher, securing his first All-WIAC recognition. Leading UW-Stout with a .409 batting average (second in the WIAC and 84th nationally), Miller also posted a .713 slugging percentage, ranking 48th in Division III. He tallied 47 hits, including 11 doubles and 8 home runs, while driving in key runs. On the mound, Miller pitched 26.2 innings, striking out 18 and earning a 2-4 record. His standout performance came on April 19 against UW-Platteville, where he pitched 6.0 innings in a 9-6 win and blasted two home runs, including a go-ahead three-run shot in the fifth.
Senior
Justin Sedin cemented his legacy as one of UW-Stout's all-time greats, earning All-WIAC honors for the third straight year. Starting all 40 games at first base, Sedin hit .354 with a .433 on-base percentage and a .708 slugging percentage. His 14 home runs (16th nationally) and 44 RBIs marked career highs, while his 7 doubles and 4 sacrifice flies (4th nationally) underscored his clutch play. Sedin's 31 career home runs set a new UW-Stout record.
Senior
Drew Buss anchored the Blue Devil pitching staff, earning All-WIAC honors for his dominant work on the mound. Appearing in 11 games with 8 starts, Buss logged 41.0 innings, striking out 44 batters while maintaining a 1.63 WHIP and allowing 38 earned runs. His 173 career strikeouts established a new UW-Stout record, highlighting his consistency and impact over four seasons.
Ryan Kelly, a sophomore catcher from Huntley, Ill., was named to the WIAC All-Sportsmanship Team, recognized for his exemplary character and leadership on and off the field.
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