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Photo Gallery: Dirtdogs – Vazquez 18U Team Celebrates Signing Party with Joy & Emotion (November 19, 2025)

By Brentt Eads

November 19, 2025

Photo Gallery: Dirtdogs – Vazquez 18U Team Celebrates Signing Party with Joy & Emotion (November 19, 2025)

The Dirtdogs – Vazquez team had 10 seniors (2026 grads) sign this Fall and last week held a wonderful get-together to honor these players who will live a dream and get to play at the next level… they are, listed in alphabetical order:

  • Alexys Busch, Central Florida
  • Jocelynn Gonzalez, New Mexico
  • Emma Hernandez, CSUN
  • Kyla Lujan, UC Riverside
  • Harmony McMurry, CSUN
  • Audrey Ortiz, William Jessup
  • Addy Owens, Boise State
  • Alexis Ruvalcaba, Utah Valley
  • Aliya Swillis, UC Santa Barbara
  • Karmen Vazquez, LSU

 

The ceremony, held in Hanford, Calif., was led by Head Coach Marco Vazquez who said something about each of his 10 seniors and it was a powerful and emotional evening

Below is a four-minute video with images from the night and below that are individual snapshots of the players and the wonderful night itself… photos taken by Bakholdin Photography.

Video Highlights from the Signing Ceremony:

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Photos from the Signing Ceremony:
Head Coach Marco Vazquez moderates the signing party
It was a full house for the ceremony honoring the 10 Dirtdog signees.
Coach Vazquez speaks while Carmen Vazquez (left) and Alexys Busch listen.
Another shot of the happy get-together,.
The Dirtdog players are recognized and honored for their signings.
Alexys Busch to UCF
Jocelynn Gonzalez to New Mexico
Jocelynn Gonzalez thanks those who have supported her on her softball journey.
Emma Hernandez to CSUN
Emma Hernandez is introduced.
Kyla Lujan to UC Riverside
Kyla Lujan shares some thoughts while her little sister looks on.
Harmony McMurry to CSUN
Harmony McMurry smiles at family and friends in the crowd.
Audrey Ortiz to William Jessup
Audrey Ortiz looks at her coach while sharing some remarks.
Addy Owens to Boise State
Addy Owens sends up a cheer.
Alexis Ruvalcaba to Utah Valley
Alexis Ruvalcaba wipes away tears during the emotional proceedings.
Aliya Swillis to UC Santa Barbara
Aliya Swillis shares a big smile during the ceremony.
Karmen Vazquez to LSU
Carmen Vazquez looks over at her fellow signees.

 

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