Kirkwood sophomore Lexi Kinnaird has been named the NJCAA Division II National Pitcher of the Week for her performances in games that were  played from March 13-19.

Kinnaird went 2-0 in her two outings for the Eagles and did not allow any runs in 12 innings. She struck out 26 batters, walked only two and allowed just two hits.

Kinnaird has a 9-1 record and 1.45 ERA for second-ranked Kirkwood this season. She has fanned 97 batters in 58 innings, with only four walks.

Kirkwood's scheduled doubleheader at Spoon River (Mo.) on Wednesday was called off due to inclement weather.