Key Facts
- Freshman ERA
- 2.88
- Innings pitched
- 126 1/3
- Strikeouts
- 72
- Team record
- 37-20
- GLIAC finish
- Second (21-7)
- All-GLIAC
- Second Team
Background
Katie Shuboy grew up in Richmond, a one-high-school town where she became one of the best softball players in school history. A 2025 graduate, she led the Blue Devils to the Division 2 state title in June 2025, the school's third championship.
During her four years at Richmond (2022–2025), the team posted a 109-30 record, winning four straight Blue Water Area Conference titles, including undefeated conference seasons in 2024 and 2025. Shuboy was a four-time All-State pitcher and earned numerous other honors.
Shuboy also played six seasons for Texas Glory Midwest, an elite travel team that required an invitation. The team won a national championship in 2022, giving her exposure to top competition across the country.
Current Situation
Shuboy enrolled at Ferris State in August 2025. In her freshman season, she posted a 2.88 ERA over 126 1/3 innings, allowing 65 runs (52 earned), walking 47, striking out 72, and allowing four home runs. She faced 483 batters and recorded a 1.35 WHIP.
Ferris State finished 37-20 overall and second in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference at 21-7. The Bulldogs lost in the GLIAC Tournament finals to Saginaw Valley State University, 2-1 in extra innings, and were the first team left out of the NCAA Division II tournament due to upsets in other conference tournaments.
Despite the disappointment, Shuboy earned GLIAC Pitcher of the Week twice and was named to the All-GLIAC Second Team as a freshman. She noted that the honor was nice but her focus was on helping her team win and making the tournament.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| ERA | 2.88 |
| Innings Pitched | 126 1/3 |
| Runs Allowed | 65 |
| Earned Runs | 52 |
| Walks | 47 |
| Strikeouts | 72 |
| Home Runs Allowed | 4 |
| WHIP | 1.35 |
| Batters Faced | 483 |
Impacts
Shuboy's performance has established her as a key pitcher for Ferris State, which had only three active pitchers on its roster in 2025-26. Her contributions helped the team remain competitive throughout the season.
The upcoming tour in Italy, scheduled for later this month, will provide the team with an opportunity to bond and play against college-aged teams from Italy. Shuboy described it as a great bonding experience and a chance to start preparing for the next season.
Shuboy plans to stay at Ferris State rather than transfer, with the ultimate goal of winning a national championship before she graduates. She intends to pursue a career as a CT technologist in the medical field after graduation.
Future Outlook
Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.
Shuboy and her teammates have set high expectations for the coming seasons. She believes the team could make the NCAA tournament next year, especially with a strong incoming freshman class and additional pitching depth.
If the Bulldogs can build on their 37-20 record and improve in key areas, they may secure an at-large bid or win the GLIAC tournament to earn an automatic berth. However, their fate could again depend on results in other conferences.
Shuboy's personal goals include continuing to develop as a pitcher and helping Ferris State make a deep postseason run. With three more years of eligibility, she has multiple opportunities to achieve these ambitions.
Source: macombdaily.com
