BREAKOUT AT BRYANT
Houk started all 47 games for Bryant in 2025 and hit .349 with 45 hits, nine home runs, 39 RBI, seven doubles and two triples. Her nine home runs led the Bulldogs, and she earned First-Team All-America East honors.
The Ravena, New York native began her collegiate career at Colgate before continuing at Tennessee Tech and eventually finding her way to Bryant. Her breakout senior season included 14 multi-hit games, 11 multi-RBI games and a 1.196 OPS in conference play.
BIGGER IN THE BIG MOMENTS
During the America East Tournament, Houk hit three home runs to tie the tournament record and earn a place on the America East All-Tournament Team. Her postseason included a go-ahead three-run home run and a grand slam against Maine.
Following her Bryant career, Houk made her professional debut with the New York Rise in summer 2025 and was named Player of the Game in her debut. She now brings that experience, infield versatility and proven power to Knoxville.