Hall of Fame
When someone is looking at the history of the University of Findlay softball program, Samantha Bradburn is a name that will be remembered forever. Samantha played from 1986-1989 at then Findlay College. During that time span, she placed herself in the record books for almost every statistical category. Samantha still holds the following single records: runs scored (51), hits (75), runs batted in (52), batting average (.563), triples (13), homeruns (11), total bases (130), slugging percentage (.878). Samantha also holds many career records including the following: runs scored (121), hits (171), runs batted in (122), batting average (.468), triples (29), homeruns (21), total bases (307), slugging percentage (.841). as a pitcher Samantha holds 2 career records fewest runs allowed (100) and fewest walks allowed (103). Samantha was the first softball player at Findlay College to be selected as an All-American. She was also selected District 22 player of the year twice. Samantha also played basketball while at Findlay College. She is 2nd all-time for career free-throw percentage (.784). Samantha graduated Cum Laude from Findlay College in 1989 with a degree in Political Science. She has been an Operations Supervisor at General Motors for 6 years. She was previously an Accounting Technician at Sinclair Community College for 10 years. Samantha has also volunteered her time to the Special Olympics and the “Shop with a Cup” program, which sponsors disadvantaged youth at Christmas. She is single and currently resides in Waynesville, Ohio.
