University of Northern Colorado Athletics

Gonzales Named UNC Athlete of the Month for March
4/7/2026 1:17:00 PM | Softball
GREELEY, Colo. – After a dominant month at the plate, Ella Gonzales of the Northern Colorado softball team has been named Sexy Sammies Athlete of the Month for March.
Gonzales powered the Bears' offense throughout the month, leading the team with a .491 batting average while starting all 16 games. She recorded 27 hits in 55 at-bats, including 10 doubles and a triple, while driving in 15 runs and scoring 11 times. Her .764 slugging percentage and .508 on-base percentage highlighted her ability to consistently produce and create scoring opportunities for Northern Colorado.
A constant presence in the middle of the lineup, Gonzales led the team in hits and total bases (42), delivering multiple extra-base hits and timely performances that helped fuel the Bears' offense throughout March. Her consistency and impact at the plate made her one of the most dangerous hitters in the Big Sky during the month.
Gonzales and the Bears continue conference play this spring as Northern Colorado looks to build momentum in Big Sky competition.
Rally Starters Club: The Rally Starters Club is essential to the success of UNC Softball, providing enhanced training resources, advanced technology, and competitive travel opportunities that help the Bears compete at the highest level. These investments directly enrich the student-athlete experience and ensure the team is equipped to excel on and off the field.
Give to the Rally Starters Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For the latest news and updates on Northern Colorado Softball, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram at @UNC_BearsSB, and on Facebook at /UNCBearsSB
Gonzales powered the Bears' offense throughout the month, leading the team with a .491 batting average while starting all 16 games. She recorded 27 hits in 55 at-bats, including 10 doubles and a triple, while driving in 15 runs and scoring 11 times. Her .764 slugging percentage and .508 on-base percentage highlighted her ability to consistently produce and create scoring opportunities for Northern Colorado.
A constant presence in the middle of the lineup, Gonzales led the team in hits and total bases (42), delivering multiple extra-base hits and timely performances that helped fuel the Bears' offense throughout March. Her consistency and impact at the plate made her one of the most dangerous hitters in the Big Sky during the month.
Gonzales and the Bears continue conference play this spring as Northern Colorado looks to build momentum in Big Sky competition.
Rally Starters Club: The Rally Starters Club is essential to the success of UNC Softball, providing enhanced training resources, advanced technology, and competitive travel opportunities that help the Bears compete at the highest level. These investments directly enrich the student-athlete experience and ensure the team is equipped to excel on and off the field.
Give to the Rally Starters Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For the latest news and updates on Northern Colorado Softball, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram at @UNC_BearsSB, and on Facebook at /UNCBearsSB
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