Senior shortstop Haley Fontenot of Louisiana State University of Alexandria has been named the National Association of intercollegiate Athletics Softball Player of the Week.

Fontenot is the first LSUA softball player to be named the NAIA Player of the Week.

“What makes this so special is that this is who Font is all the time,” LSUA coach Trent Partridge said. “She competes, she prepares, and she shows up for her teammates. National Player of the Week is an incredible honor, and she represents our program the right way.”

Fontenot hit .714 on the weekend with a pair of home runs and three runs batted in. She scored seven times and swiped five bases.

The Morgan City native became LSUA’s career stolen base leader with her second stolen base against Nelson, pushing her career total to 68. Fontenot broke Brooke Thomas’ previous record of 67.

“I’m honored to receive the recognition,” Fontenot said. “It truly reflects the hard work of my teammates and the constant support we get from our coaching staff. Being able to earn this during my senior season means so much to me. It represents years of growth, tears, injuries, sacrifice, and trust in the process. I’m grateful for everyone around me who has pushed me to be my best in my last year and I’m proud to represent our program as we continue working toward our goal.”

LSUA (3-0) will host the Generals Showdown this weekend at Ward 9 Sportsplex in Pineville, beginning Friday afternoon.