Texas Tech University Athletics
Texas Tech signs Zoie Bernard
June 21, 2026 | Softball
Speedy outfielder joins Tech after one season at Michigan State
LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech softball announced the signing of outfielder Zoie Bernard on Sunday. Bernard spent her freshman season at Michigan State and hails from Cordova, Tennessee.
Played and started in all 51 games in her first collegiate season. Bernard led the team in batting average (.307), stolen bases (eight) and extra-base hits (20) including 13 doubles. Was named to the NFCA Leadoff Classic (2/6-8) All-Tournament team, with seven hits - including two triples and three doubles - five stolen bases and five walks to kick off her collegiate debut.
Came into the season on the D1Softball D100 Freshman Watch List and was named the Big Ten Freshman to Watch by Softball America. Was a highly touted prospect coming out of high school, was a top 30 prospect and an All-American by MaxPreps and Line Drive Media.
"Zoie Bernard is an athlete that I had not heard much of until the past few weeks but was quickly impressed by her film," said Gerry Glasco. "Her film and highlights were amazing. Her skill set is unique in that she has great speed with the ability to swing away. Reminds a lot of Mihyia Davis when watching film. I look forward to seeing her develop over the coming years."
