SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State softball head coach Kasey Griffith announced today the signing of Nicole Norman. Norman will enter MSU as a freshman this fall.
 
Nicole Norman • C • 5-4 • Fr. • R/R • Cameron, N.C. • Union Pines HS
A three-time all-conference selection out of Union Pines High (N.C.), Norman was a consistent bat for the Vikings throughout her career. As a freshman, she batted .514 with 16 runs, 12 stolen bases and 11 RBI as she helped lead her squad to a semifinals appearance in the state playoffs. In her sophomore campaign, Norman hit .384 as she collected 28 hits, 25 RBI, 20 runs and four homers. Norman's junior season saw her bat .373 with 25 hits, 20 RBI and 14 runs scored. Her senior campaign proved to be one of her best as the Vikings went 17-9 and made it to the third round of the state playoffs. Norman's average jumped up to .451 including a career-high 37 hits in addition to 22 RBI, earning her all-conference, all-district and all-state honors. Norman was a two-sport athlete at Union Pines, also earning all-conference accolades in track. She also played travel ball for VA Glory National.
 
Coach Griffith on Norman:
"We are thrilled to add Nicole to our roster for this upcoming school year. With Nicole's mom growing up in nearby Strafford and her dad spending his college years at Missouri State, it is a homecoming of sorts for their family. We are excited to add Nicole's talents behind the plate, and look forward to her adding depth, positive energy and grittiness to our team."