2008: Quickly settled into the role of the team's number-two pitcher, going 9-7 with a 3.96 ERA in 26 appearances ... Only allowed 25 walks in 109 innings pitched, the second-lowest walks/innings ratio in the RMAC ... Threw a four-hit masterpiece in leading CSU-Pueblo to a 4-1 win over Regis Mar. 9.

At Otero JC: Was a first team all-region selection with the Rattlers in 2007, and was a second-team all-region selection in 2006.

At East HS: Was a first team all-South Central League selection for three seasons, and a second-team selection once ... Was an all-state selection in softball.

Personal: Daughter of Larry and Rebecca Higby ... Has one sister, Brittany ... Majoring in exercise science ... Enjoys hanging out with family and friends.