STONY BROOK, N.Y. — The two-time America East Player of the Year is earning national attention as the season grows closer.

Melissa Rahrich, a senior pitcher and first baseman, was named to the Softball America College Top 100 List on Thursday afternoon.

It marks the second consecutive year that Rahrich has made the list. 

"I'm honored to be a part of this list two years in a row and I'm excited to see how I can continue to grow in my final season representing Stony Brook," Rahrich said. "Seeing this has made me so excited to get this season started and to see what we are capable of."

Rahrich is coming off a dominant 2019 season. The Colorado native hit .418 with a conference-best 17 home runs and 60 RBIs. She also earned 19 wins with a 2.09 ERA in the circle. 

"It's great to see Mel recognized as one of the top players in the nation," coach Megan Bryant said. "Her skill set is exceptional and she loves to compete. There are very few players in the nation at any level achieving what she does in the circle, at the plate and defensively."

The 2020 season opens Feb. 21 against Colgate in Madeira Beach, Fla.