William Carey University

A transfer from the University of North Alabama, Ann Ard arrived at WCU in the fall of 2009 and played softball for head coach Wendy Hogue for two seasons. 

A first team NAIA All- American in 2011, Ard finished her career with a 45-8 record, a 1.15 ERA, and 405 strikeouts. In 2011 she ranked in the top 10 in six statistical categories and finished the year with a .85 ERA. Ard was a two time scholar athlete, All- SSAC, and SSAC Pitcher of the Year.

During her final year at WCU, Ard was a member of the women's basketball team before completing her Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology in 2012.

Recently Ard completed the Mississippi Fire Academy and started work with the Laurel Fire Department. Ard is also considered one of the foremost experts in pitching in the south and runs the Anna Ard Pitching Academy in Taylorsville and Louisville.