Iowa Lakes Community College Head Softball Coach, Katie King, announced the signing of Maren Davis to the 2024-2025 recruiting class. Maren is the daughter of Travis and Rachel Davis and attends Pecatonica High School in Illinois.
"We are very excited that Maren chose to be a Laker next season," commented Coach King. "Maren is the epitome of an Iowa Lakes Softball player. She has the determination, strength, and courage that we look for both on and off the field. As a pitcher, Maren has great command in the circle and a solid foundation in her pitches that will allow her to be a leader on the mound. She has the ability to keep hitters on their toes, and we can't wait to watch her continue to grow."
Davis is a pitcher and four-year letter winner for the Indians. She has thrown over 220 innings, with 241 strikeouts during that time. Davis has thrown two no-hitters in her career. One during the 2021 season and the other during the 2022 season. For her efforts, she has been awarded 2nd Team All-conference after her junior season.
As to why she chose Iowa Lakes, Davis had this to say: "I want to attend Iowa Lakes for many reasons. One of those reasons is the similarities I see between this school and me. When I visited the school, I felt that I could really connect with the people and coaches around me. They were all so positive and willing to get to know me. The girls were super sweet and positive, and they made me feel like I was already part of team. I am super excited about a coach who is willing to take the time to get to know me, see my potential, and is ready to help me excel. I also love to see all the community service and group events the team is doing. It all looks like so much fun, and I can't wait to experience the same."
In addition to excelling on the field, Daivs has also excelled in the classroom. She has maintained a 4.2 GPA, is a member of the National Honor Society, and an Illinois State Scholar.
Davis also had this to say, "After communicating with Coach King, visiting the school, and meeting with representatives of the team, I am convinced that the softball program at Iowa Lakes is above par, and I am excited to be part of the program. I believe that Coach King understands what type of player I am and understands what I can achieve moving forward into being a college pitcher and what I can contribute to the team. I know that God opens and closes doors, and he has opened the door for me to be part of Iowa Lakes Softball. I am excited to move forward into playing for a college team and becoming a part of the Iowa Lakes experience."
Photo ID: Photo of Maren Davis and support squad attached. From left to right: Toni Thompson, Joe Nicosia, Adeline Corbo, Maren Davis, Sue McNeese, Rachel Davis, Wyatt Davis, Travis Davis.
MEDIA: For more information, please contact Head Softball Coach, Katie King at (712) 362-8367 or the Iowa Lakes sports information office at (712) 362-7928.