Amanda Scarborough

Amanda Scarborough (born May 10, 1986 in Houston, Texas) is a softball pitcher and first baseman for Texas A&M University. The daughter of Mark and Sally Scarborough, she was raised in Magnolia, Texas. She began playing softball at the age of 5 and has improved to become one of the best pitchers in college ball. She has used her 4 years of NCAA eligibility. However, in her senior year, she was sidelined with a foot injury and may be eligible for a medical redshirt.

High School Career

Playing under coach Renee Bialas at Magnolia High School, Amanda was a four year letter-winner. In her four years there, she raked up many awards and accolades. In 2001, she was named Newcomer of the Year after leading her team to the regional finals. She was named All-Montgomery County first team in 2002 while leading her team to the regional semi-finals. In 2003, she was District 15-5A Co-MVP, All-State, All-Region, ad All-America while also leading the team to the regional quarter-finals. Her senior year, she was honored as the District 16-5A MVP, All-State, and All-Region while also leading her team to the regional semi-finals. She holds the school records for most RBIs in a game at 11 and most home runs in a year at 6.