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Karlyn Pickens Sets Record Fastest Pitch in College Softball History!

Tex Hollywood - March 25, 2025

Karlyn Pickens just threw a 78 MPH pitch from 43 feet away., breaking the college record.

She plays for University of Tennessee and was named the Freshman of the year in 2023 after closing her rookie seaon out with a 9-7 record after making 28 appearances.

She is 6 foot all and clearly a powerhouse helping evolve the sport and take it to the next level.

Here's that pitch:

Here are some pictures of her:

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