Newcomer Spotlight: Georgia Lessmann

AUBURN, AL – A new era of Auburn softball is beginning under the direction of co-head coaches Chris and Kate Malveaux and with them are eight new Tigers on The Plains looking to help make a mark in year one.

An Alabama native, Georgia Lessmann began her career at Iowa before transferring to Auburn over the summer. An outfielder from Enterprise, Lessmann has ties to program as her older sister, Olivia, served as a graduate assistant two seasons ago. Gifted with speed, Lessmann looks to join the outfield rotation and add some diversity in the lineup. 

Q: How old were you when you started playing softball? What are your earliest memories of the sport?

Lessmann: I started playing softball when I was six. I have memories of going to watch my older sister’s (Olivia) games and wanting to play my own games.

Q: Who has influenced your softball career the most?

Lessmann: My dad, Corey.

Q: What has been the highlight of your softball career to this point?

Lessmann: Hitting a grand slam to put my team in the lead during the high school area tournament and transferring to play at Auburn.

Q: What advice would you give your younger self?

Lessmann: To trust God’s timing and his plan for your life. 

Q: Is there any athlete that you try to model your game after?

Lessmann: Caitlin Lowe. 

Q: Why did you decide to continue your collegiate career at Auburn?

Lessmann: A combination of the championship culture, the coaches and the location. 

Q: How have your new teammates helped you adjust since arriving on campus?

Lessmann: They have welcomed me with open arms and immediately treated me like part of the family. 

Q: How would you describe the coaching staff at Auburn?

Lessmann: Incredibly wise, competitive and they genuinely care for each and every one of us.

Q: What makes Auburn softball special?

Lessmann: The incredible fan atmosphere, the support from the staff and the overall positive and competitive team atmosphere. 

Q: Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?

Lessmann: The moment I wake up, I begin mentally preparing for the game. My daily routine on gamedays usually stays the same. Also, how I style my hair before games. 

Q: What’s your major? What are your plans following your playing career?

Lessmann: I’m majoring in exercise science. I plan on doing something in the strength and conditioning realm. 

Q: What’s one word to describe yourself on the field and one word to describe yourself off the field?

Lessmann: On the field, I’d say intense. Off the field, chill.

Q: What’s your jersey number? Does it hold any special meaning?

Lessmann: I’m wearing No. 5 this season. My dad’s favorite player growing up was George Brett. My high school coach, who is really important to me, also wore that number when she played.

Q: What HAS to be on your pregame playlist?

Lessmann: Anything with Pitbull.

Q: If you could trade places with a coach for a day, who would you pick?

Lessmann: DJ Sanders. She is always super positive and seems like she if just living life the way it is supposed to be lived. 

Q: What uniform combo are you most looking forward to wearing?

Lessmann: Pinstripes. 

Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Lessmann: The ability to read people’s minds. I like to know things.

 Q: If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Lessmann: Chicken and pesto flatbread. 

Q: If you were stranded on an island, what three teammates would you want with you?

Lessmann: Kylie Brockman. We spend every day together anyway. Axe Milanowski. She wouldn’t care that we’re in danger. KK McCrary. She would get us out of there somehow.

Q: What’s one movie you can quote word for word?

Lessmann: Talladega Nights. 

Q: Describe your perfect slice of pizza…

Lessmann: Thin cauliflower crust, cheese, pepperoni and green olives.

Q: If we made a movie about your life, what would be the title and who would star as you?

Lessmann: “Georgia” staring Reese Witherspoon. 

Q: If you could give a message to the Auburn Family about the upcoming season, what would it be?

Lessmann: We’re creating something really special. This is just the beginning!