GRAND FORKS, N.D. \u2013 The Grand Forks Spitfires are excited to announce the signing of outfielder
\nAddie Craig from the University of Washington, continuing to build a dynamic and competitive roster
\nfor the team\u2019s inaugural 2026 season.<\/p>\n
With a hometown of North Bend, Washington, Craig brings strong defensive consistency and
\nathleticism to the Spitfires lineup. Throughout her collegiate career, she has demonstrated reliability
\nin the outfield, recording a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage across multiple seasons. Her ability to
\nread the ball, cover ground, and make difficult plays. This makes her a steady and trusted presence
\nin the field.<\/p>\n
In 2025, Craig appeared in 42 games, contributing offensively with 22 total bases while showcasing
\nher speed and versatility. She has proven to be a player who can step into different roles and make
\nan impact, whether that is creating opportunities on the basepaths or delivering in key moments.
\nHer well-rounded skill set adds another layer of depth to an already growing Spitfires roster.
\n\u201cI am super excited to be part of the first ever Spitfires team, to get to play the game I love, and see
\nwhat Grand Forks is all about!\u201d said Craig.<\/p>\n
Craig\u2019s energy, work ethic, and team-first mentality align perfectly with what the Spitfires are
\nbuilding heading into their first season. As the inaugural roster continues to take shape, players like
\nCraig bring not only talent, but also the mindset and competitiveness needed to establish a strong
\nfoundation for the organization.<\/p>\n
\u201cAddie brings a strong defensive presence and a competitive mindset that will elevate our outfield,\u201d
\nsaid Roberto Lemus, General Manager for the Spitfires. \u201cShe is the kind of player who does the little
\nthings right and competes every single day. We are excited to welcome her to Grand Forks and look
\nforward to the impact she will make both on and off the field.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Spitfires continue to build momentum as Opening Day approaches on June 9, 2026, at Albrecht
\nField. Fans can stay up to date with player signings, theme nights, promotions, and exclusive team
\nnews by signing up for the Spitfires newsletter at spitfiressoftball.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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