The freshman was instrumental in Mississippi College winning its series over Auburn Montgomery. The rookie outfielder went 6-for-9 from the plate in the series and posted a .667 batting average with five runs scored and three RBI. In the series opener, she registered a 3-for-4 afternoon as she scored twice and drive in one. Samples helped lift MC to a series win with a 2-for-3 outing and two RBI and two runs scored.