As roster movement picks up around the league, here’s a look at the latest updates from the Volts, Bandits, and Blaze — including a key injury, a promising new addition, and multiple shifts from the Reserve Athlete Pool.
VOLTS TRANSACTIONS
Mary Iakopo – Reassigned to the Reserve Athlete Pool on 6/15/2025
Iakopo made three plate appearances for the Volts and ripped a double in her AUSL debut.
Kelsey Stewart-Hunter – Placed on the Injured List on 6/16/2025
A tough loss for the Volts, Stewart-Hunter brought veteran consistency to the lineup. She batted .500 across eight at-bats opening weekend, including a three-hit performance in Game 2.
Mia Scott – Selected from the Reserve Athlete Pool on 6/16/2025
Fresh off a decorated collegiate career at Texas, Scott joins the Volts with a loaded résumé: 2024 NFCA Second Team All-American, Women’s College World Series All-Tournament Team, First Team All-SEC, and a Top 25 finalist for USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year.
BANDITS TRANSACTIONS
Kelly Torres – Reassigned to the Reserve Athlete Pool on 6/15/2025
Torres was previously assigned to the Bandits on May 21 before being moved back into the pool this weekend.
Mary Iakopo – Selected from the Reserve Athlete Pool on 6/15/2025
After a stint with the Volts, Iakopo joins the Bandits looking to build on her strong first impression — a double in her first at-bat of the season. Her pop at the plate could provide a timely boost for the Bandits’ lineup.
BLAZE TRANSACTIONS
Hope Trautwein-Valdespino – Reassigned to the Reserve Athlete Pool on 6/16/2025
Trautwein-Valdespino pitched 5.1 innings in two appearances for the Blaze, striking out four but surrendering six earned runs in her lone outing of the season.
Siera Jones is the digital media reporter at Athletes Unlimited. You can follow her on Instagram and X @sieraajones.
