RHP | University of Virginia | Senior
About Eden Bigham
Eden Bigham is a senior right-handed pitcher from Rustburg, Virginia, who has been one of the ACC’s most consistent arms across four seasons at Virginia. A three-time All-ACC and three-time NFCA All-Region First Team selection, Bigham made program history in 2025 when she threw UVA’s first perfect game in over three decades. She enters the 2026 draft as a durable, high-strikeout pitcher with postseason experience and elite command.
College Career Highlights
- 3x NFCA All-Region First Team (2023, 2024, 2025) and 3x All-ACC selection
- Threw a perfect game vs. Hofstra on March 1, 2025 — first by a UVA pitcher since 1994
- 2025 junior season: 2.34 ERA, 18-10 record, 127 strikeouts in 146.1 innings, 6 saves
- Named to 2026 preseason All-ACC; opened senior year 5-0 with a 1.97 ERA
Connect with Eden Bigham
- Instagram: @eden.bigham
- Official School Bio: Virginia Cavaliers Athletics
Other 2026 AUSL Draft Prospects
- Jordy Frahm — University of Nebraska, RHP / Utility
- Sydney Berzon — University of Oklahoma, RHP
- Mihyia Davis — Texas Tech University, OF
- Jade Hylton — University of Virginia, MIF (Shortstop / Second Base)
- Elon Butler — University of Oregon, UTL / OF
- Arianna Rodi — University of South Carolina, 1B
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Frequently Asked Questions
What position does Eden Bigham play?
Eden Bigham is a right-handed pitcher who has been Virginia’s ace for four seasons. She is known for her command, durability, and ability to pitch in high-leverage situations.
Did Eden Bigham throw a perfect game?
Yes. On March 1, 2025, Bigham threw a perfect game against Hofstra, becoming the first Virginia pitcher to accomplish the feat since 1994.
Is Eden Bigham eligible for the 2026 AUSL Draft?
Yes. As a college senior in the 2026 season, Bigham is eligible to be selected in the 2026 AUSL College Draft on May 4, 2026 on ESPN2.
Where is Eden Bigham from?
Bigham is from Rustburg, Virginia. She is one of two Virginia Cavaliers on the AUSL draft watch list, along with teammate Jade Hylton.