The Blaze selected three college stars to join their inaugural roster for the 2025 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) season.
Pitcher Emma Lemley, outfielder Korbe Otis, and middle infielder Ana Gold have the opportunity to compete under general manager Dana Sorensen and head coach Alissa Goler this summer in the AUSL.
Round 1, Pick 3: Emma Lemley, Right-Handed Pitcher, Virginia Tech
Lemley was presented with the first golden ticket in AUSL history and would complete the Blaze pitching staff. The Virginia Tech pitcher has made 30 appearances with a 16-6 record and 3.54 ERA. She’s thrown four no-hitters, including two perfect games, this season. She was named the ACC Freshman of the Year in 2022.
Round 2, Pick 6: Korbe Otis, Outfielder, Florida
Otis transferred from Louisville and joined the Florida outfield in 2024. She led the SEC in batting average (.434), walks (59), and triples (5) in her debut season as a Gator. She’s continuing to deliver in 2025 with 50 hits, seven doubles, five home runs, and 40 RBIs heading into the SEC Tournament.
Round 3, Pick 9: Ana Gold, Middle Infielder, Duke
Duke infielder Gold is a two-time All-ACC selection, earning First-Team honors in 2023 and Third-Team recognition in 2022. She earned a spot on the ACC All-Freshman Team in 2021.
Gold owns the Blue Devils’ record for career home runs with 51. In her senior season, she’s hitting .356 with 55 RBIs. In 2024, she helped lead Duke to the Women’s College World Series. She hit .269 with 49 hits, 44 RBIs, and 47 runs scored on the season, while leading the team in triples (3) and home runs (9).
The AUSL is a professional women’s softball league featuring four teams playing in a traditional format. Tickets to the 2025 season are on sale now.
