On Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, Pennsbury senior Laney Freiband was recognized for committing to continue her softball career at Cornell University. (Photos provided courtesy of Jennifer Neill/Pennsbury High School)
Laney Freiband – Cornell University (Softball)
Major: Biometry & Statistics
Final list of colleges: Cornell, Furman
Reasons for choosing Cornell: “I was looking at a bunch of high academic D3s in the Northeast area, but something about them just didn’t feel right, and then I found Cornell, and it was a quick process for me to commit. Everything when I stepped on the campus felt right. Everybody talks about that feeling, but I actually felt that at Cornell.”
What was the progression that led you to committing to competing in softball at the collegiate level? “I have played softball since I was eight, but once I hit 12U, I started playing in travel tournaments. People in my program started committing to college, and I realized it was a reality and something I could do, so I really worked hard towards it.”
Coach Frank McSherry says: “Laney played first base, and she also saw time as designated player, and she did a great job. She’s a pitcher by trade, but it was a tough lineup to break into as a pitcher. She did a great job – she had some really big hits for us, so as a senior, we’re expecting some big things from her, and she’s just a sweetheart of a kid. She’s a bright kid, and she’s beyond nice and a good teammate.”
About Laney:
Favorite food: Buffalo Chicken
Favorite TV show: Friends
Favorite artist: Taylor Swift
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