Catcher | University of Florida | AUSL Golden Ticket Recipient
About Jocelyn Erickson
Jocelyn Erickson is a senior catcher at the University of Florida and the 10th player to receive an AUSL Golden Ticket for the 2026 College Draft. A two-time Rawlings Gold Glove winner at catcher (2024, 2025) and the 2024 NFCA Division I Player of the Year, Erickson enters the 2026 draft as the most decorated catcher in the class.
Erickson’s 2024 sophomore season at Florida was historic: unanimous NFCA First-Team All-American, SEC Player of the Year, Diamond Sports/NFCA Catcher of the Year, Softball America Defender of the Year, and a Honda Award Top 4 Finalist. She returned in 2025 with another Rawlings Gold Glove and a .997 fielding percentage.
Erickson wears jersey No. 8 and stands 5-foot-10. A native of Phoenix, Arizona, she prepped at Sandra Day O’Connor High School.
Career Highlights
- AUSL Golden Ticket recipient (April 19, 2026)
- 2024 NFCA Division I Player of the Year
- Two-time Rawlings Gold Glove Award (Catcher, 2024 and 2025)
- 2024 unanimous NFCA First-Team All-American
- 2024 SEC Player of the Year
- 2024 Diamond Sports/NFCA Catcher of the Year
- 2024 Softball America Defender of the Year
- 2024 Women’s College World Series All-Tournament Team
- 2024 Honda Award Top 4 Finalist
- 2025 Junior season: .303 BA, 15 HR, 59 RBI in 65 starts
- 2025 NFCA All-Gulf Region Third Team
AUSL Draft Result
- Golden Ticket: April 19, 2026
- Draft: May 4, 2026 on ESPN2
- AUSL Team: Chicago Bandits (Round 1, Pick #5)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jocelyn Erickson?
Jocelyn Erickson is a senior at floridagators and the 10th AUSL Golden Ticket recipient for the 2026 College Draft. 2024 NFCA Division I Player of the Year.
What AUSL team did Jocelyn Erickson get drafted to?
Jocelyn Erickson was selected by the Chicago Bandits in Round 1 (Pick #5) of the 2026 AUSL College Draft on May 4, 2026.
When was Jocelyn Erickson's Golden Ticket announced?
Jocelyn Erickson received her AUSL Golden Ticket on April 19, 2026, making her the 10th player selected for the 2026 AUSL College Draft.
Connect with Jocelyn Erickson
- Instagram: @joceyerickson
- Official School Bio: Floridagators Athletics
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