Oklahoma City, OK (AHN) - Candice Baker's sensational week on the mound earned the Cal State Fullerton hurler top honors Tuesday as she was named the USA Softball National Player of the Week.

Baker was untouchable in a 1-0 no-hit win against No. 8 Stanford, and threw 5 2/3 innings of no-hit softball against Orgeon State in another 1-0 Fullerton triumph. She surrendered just one unearned run and four hits in 21 innings of work over the weekend, while limiting opposing hitter to a .060 average.

"This is an honor that I never expected. Our team has really started to come together. Our defense has been solid behind me and our offense keeps getting better," said Baker. "This honor is a reflection of how our hard work has paid off. I would like to thank USA Softball for recognizing my efforts and honoring me with this special award."

Baker is 8-3 this season with a sparkling ERA of 1.10. She has seventh shutouts this season, which already gives year one more than what she had last year. She has also gained national recognition by striking out an impressive 105 hitters in only 83 innings of work.

"Being named National Player of the week is a fantastic honor for Candice Baker and our program. This honor is a result of hard work put in," said Fullerton head coach Michelle Gromacki. "Candice is a true competitor and has developed into a great leader in the circle. We are extremely proud of her."