by Malcolm Butler
Jazlyn Crowder developed a reputation as an elite defender during her three years in a Louisiana Tech uniform while helping the program capture three Conference USA titles.
Now the soon-to-be 29-year-old is flashing leather for the Texas Rangers.
Crowder, who was the 2019 Conference USA Player of the Year during her senior year, serves as a ballgirl for the Texas Rangers and is vying for the honor of serving in the same position for the American League in the upcoming All-Star Game set for Philadelphia on July 14.
The Kennedale, Texas, native is one of three finalists for the American League in just her second year as serving as a ballgirl for the Rangers organization.
In her introduction video for the competition, Crowder said her favorite part of the job is interacting with the fans.
“I remember giving a ball to a kid and it was his birthday,” said Crowder. “He was so excited. It felt awesome.”
Crowder spent three seasons in a Tech uniform (2017-19), capped by a senior season that saw her bat .357 with 10 home runs, 55 RBI, and 20 stolen bases when she was voted the CUSA Player of the Year. She also earned the MVP honor in the CUSA Tournament, becoming the only player in league history to win both the regular season and tournament MVP awards.
Fan voting is open to select two ball girls to take the field during All-Star Game festivities at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park. Voting runs through 10:59 p.m. CT tonight..
To see her video and to vote for Jazlyn Crowder, CLICK HERE.
