Four new student-athletes have joined the University of Nebraska softball program for the 2028 season, as announced by the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
The incoming class features three outfielders alongside one infielder. Lucy Barrett, Nadia Jeffries and Alexis Willis take positions in the outfield, while Maddie Kurrus joins the infield group.
“Nebraska Softball is welcoming four players who all embody the character, work ethic, and athleticism that we seek as we add to our winning mindset,” Rhonda Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
Barrett comes to the team from Lincoln, Nebraska, after attending Lincoln East High School. Kurrus also claims local roots as a native of Gretna, Nebraska, having played for Gretna High School.
Jeffries travels to the program from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, following her time at Piedmont High School. Willis crosses the border from Ontario, Canada, after competing at Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Eastvale, California.
Revelle said that all four incoming student-athletes bat left-handed. The head coach said that these additions will introduce speed, power, and defensive versatility to the team’s roster.
“Maddie, Alexis, Nadia and Lucy are all culture builders. All are left-handed hitters who will add speed, power, and versatility to our line-up,” Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
Barrett recorded a batting average exceeding .400 during her sophomore, junior, and senior years at Lincoln East High School. She earned recognition as a three-time All-State and All-City honoree while securing a spot on the all-conference team across all four years of high school.
“She is a strong and driven athlete who will work endlessly to maximize her ability. She is explosive and a smart competitor. Lucy has had a dream to be a Husker, and today that dream officially comes true,” Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
Jeffries registered batting averages of .458 in her sophomore season, .500 in her junior year, and .474 during her senior campaign. Her club career with the Oklahoma Athletics National 18U team included a third-place finish at the Alliance 16U National Championships.
“Nadia is a speedster who wreaks havoc on the basepaths. Her versatility as an offensive player will make her challenging to defend. We are so proud of the work Nadia has put in to prepare herself for her Husker debut,” Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
Kurrus contributed to a state championship win for Gretna High School in 2026. Her high school career also featured four district titles over four years.
“A student of the game, this highly competitive player is already thinking like a coach. She has an impressive, detail-oriented road map to every part of her game. We are thrilled to add Maddie to the Red Team family,” Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
Willis played alongside current Husker Brooke Lebsock on the Corona Angels Tyson 18U team. Her club honors include recognition as an Alliance Fastpitch National Player of the Month and Offensive Player of the Tournament.
“ENERGY!!!! Alexis Willis’ energy will be seen, heard and felt by Husker fans immediately. She is a crafty competitor that knows how to compete and win. Excited to add this spark plug to the Red Team,” Revelle told the University of Nebraska – Official Athletics Website.
