Averett University Athletics

The Barbara Kushubar Female Student-Athlete of the Year was shared by two deserving individuals — including senior softball standout Jessica Long. Long was named the USA South Player of the Year for the second season as well, helping the softball team win the 2017 USA South Conference Tournament. The two-time All-American earned USA South First Team honors for the fourth time in her career and was named to the USA South All-Tournament Team. In the classroom, Long had the top GPA among senior female athletics with a 3.72.