T-70—Melanie Brundage, C, Atlanta Vipers – Vaughn
Melanie is a power-hitting catcher who is committed to play in college at the University of South Carolina-Beaufort. “Mel,” as she’s called by Head Coach Matt Vaughn, “ is a calming presence behind the plate and she receives the ball exceptionally well with an absolute cannon for an arm.” At the plate, the 2026 grad is a sweet swinging lefty with ton of power, but also has the ability to shorten up and spray balls all over the field. As a junior last year playing high school ball in the fall for state champion Creekview (Ga.) High, she was 1^st Team All-County and followed that up with a strong spring and summer this year where the batted .376 with 17 doubles, three home runs and 32 RBIs for the Vipers. Coach Vaughn adds: “Melanie is a great talent with limitless potential. Her size, power, arm, and calming demeanor behind the plate help make her the complete package as a catcher. She is just scratching the surface of what she is capable of, and has an unbelievably bright future.”

T-70—Mia Reynoso, 3B/SS, Explosion Premier – Denio
Mia is a pure power hitter and does not get cheated.  She plays all out both offensively and defensively and is a true utility player with her excellent athleticism. Head Coach Bret Denio says: “Mia is also a great teammate in and out of the dugout.” Playing at LaCosta High in San Diego, Mia decided to stay home for her college career to compete for the University of San Diego. “She will continue to prove her excellence on and off the field!” her head coach adds.

T-69—Nya Langlais, P/1B, Atlanta Vipers – Vaughn
Nya is a two-way player who is committed to play collegiately at the University Of North Carolina A&T. As a pitcher, she has exceptional command and great spin and a nasty change up. She is the type of pitcher that a defense loves to play behind, as she pounds the strike zone and consistently gets ground balls with a devastating drop ball. Nya also has impressive size and athleticism, and is also a huge target as a first baseman. At the plate, she hits with power and rarely strikes out. Nya helped her Brookwood (Ga.) High team finish in the Top 8 of the state playoffs. Head Coach Matt Vaughn states: “As a pitcher, first baseman, and a great hitter, Nya has the ability to put her stamp on a game in many ways. She is a true two-way player with limitless potential. Nya is great teammate who leads by example, and is also tireless worker off of the field. Every day of the week, she is doing something to improve her game!”

T-69—Kaitlyn Streiler, 1B/C, Bandits Bandits – Meredith/Trackwell
Kaitlyn has earned a reputation not just as a powerful bat or reliable glove, but as a teammate that her coaches and players trust implicitly. She’s primarily a first baseman and catcher, but she doesn’t hesitate to slide into any role be it infield, utility spot, even pinch hit — wherever the team needs it. The uncommitted 2026 standout is looking for a great home and Head Coach David Trackwell believes: “Kaitlyn would be an excellent addition to any program!” This summer for the Bandits, she batted .365 with an on-base percentage of .417. She smacked three home runs and drove in 24 RBIs while compiling a .541 slugging percentage.

T-68—Kylee Richardson, MIF, Top Gun – Turner
Kylee is an elite defender from her position at shortstop and she’s been an All-State performer for Susquehanna Valley (Conklin, N.Y.) High since she was in the eighth grade. Head Coach Bob Turner explains: “Kylee is an elite defender with a big-time arm and she makes even the most difficult plays look easy at shortstop.” Offensively, the 2026 grad who is committed Jacksonville State is a high average hitter who runs well. Kylee hit over .350 this year.

T-68—Isabella (Izzie) Barge, IF, Firecrackers – Enyart/Leles
Izzie is a tremendous all-around athlete who has previously played for the Team USA Women’s National Team. At the club level she has batted over .400 against many of the top pitches in the country and, with a 4.31, she has a high IQ on and off the playing fields. She will attend Yale where she will play the infield for the Bulldogs softball team. Two years ago, Izzie helped her team win the Utsugi Cup championship in Takasaki City, Japan , where she batted .667. She attends St. Francis High School in Sacramento, Calif.

T-68—Hannah Chipego, P,  Newtown Rock 18U Gold-Garvey
Hannah, who is committed to James Madison University, is an elite athlete and a dual threat as both a pitcher and outfielder. In the circle, the right-hander throws in the mid-to-upper 60’s with an excellent changeup and curve. When not pitching, Hannah plays in the outfield and hits for both average and power with plus speed. Hannah helped lead her Newtown Rock Gold – Garvey team to a 33-13-3 record this past summer competing against many of the top 18U teams in the country. For the summer, she  averaged over a strikeout per inning and in high school this past season for Lake Lehman (Pa.) High Hannah had an 18-3 record with a 0.49 ERA, with 215 strikeouts in 114 innings pitched and offensively had a .652 batting average, a 1.922 OPS, seven home runs, 26 RBI and 29 steals. Hannah is also a three-time 1st Team All State Picher and All Wyoming Valley Conference selection. Head Coach Joe Garvey says: “We expect her to be a key member of our pitching staff this coming year.”

T-68—Kaylor West, P,  Fury Platinum X
Kaylor become the first pitcher in Tennessee high school history to ever pitch a perfect game in a state championship final as she helped lead Liberty Creek High to the amazing finish. She was also named the 2025 Tennessee MaxPreps Player of the Year after producing a 1.15 ERA (this following a 0.88 ERA her sophomore campaign).  Kaylor has also had similarly great success on the club side as she procured a 2.00 ERA this summer against top tier 16U and 18U competition. The right-handed pitcher consistently stays in the upper 60’s and changes levels a lot on batters while using her drop ball effectively. She’s won not one, but two prep state titles and is looking for No. 3 in the spring. Kaylor is a two-sport athlete and also plays high school basketball where she is close to hitting 1,000 points for her high school basketball team She’ll take her game to Western Kentucky to pitch at the collegiate leve

T-67—Regan Cullivan P,  Breakers Labs – Bobby
Reagan is a versatile shortstop and team leader with a career .333 league average and standout defensive skills, earning multiple Defensive Player of the Year honors. She adds depth as a reliable pitcher with a 0.91 ERA in league play and a 1.80 ERA overall in 2025. Head Coach Bobby Labs explains: “Reagan’s strong in-game presence, consistency at the plate, and ability to contribute in all facets make her an impact player at the next level. She will attend UC Davis where her twin sister will play also. The duo competes at Torrey Pines in San Diego where Regan also plays flag football and carries a 4.17 weighted and 3.9 unweighted GPA.

T-67—Riley Cullivan, P,  Breakers Labs – Bobby
Riley is a versatile UC Davis commit who has been a key piece of Torrey Pines (San Diego, Calif.) High’s back-to-back Coastal North County League titles. She owns a career .340 batting average – .361 in league play last season – and adds value in the circle with a 2.6 ERA over 98 innings. She also holds a steady .958 fielding percentage and her accolades include League Player of the Year, Team MVP and 1st Team All-League (2024), and multiple San Diego Union-Tribune “Players to Watch” honors. Head Coach Bobby Labs adds: “Known for her speed, power, and clutch play without flash, Riley consistently makes the right plays and leads by example.”

T-67—Livi Warren, OF Bandits Elite Premier Polk
Livi is a feared left-handed hitter who hits for a high average with power. This Gardner Webb University commit showed this summer that she is one of the best left-handed hitters in the Carolinas. She is a true 5-tool player that steps up in huge moments and Head Coach Jessep Polk believes: “She will have a huge impact at the D1 level with the Runnin’ Bulldogs just like she has done with our team.” Last spring for Lexington (S.C.) High, Livi batted .479 with a .537 on-base percentage and a 1.346 OPS. Of her 45 hits, 12 were doubles and five were home runs. Impressively, she’s a four-time All-State honoree (2022-2025) and this summer at the club level she didn’t miss a beat s she produced a .449 batting average with a .500 on-base percentage and a 1.219 OPS.

T-66—Mina Crouch, C,  Breakers Labs –  Bobby
Mina is an athletic and versatile catcher who is a proven defensive leader with a .979 fielding percentage and 67 percent caught stealing rate. From San Diego, she can also play every infield position at a high level. At the plate, she’s a middle-of-the-order bat with power to all fields, hitting .356 last season. Mina’s been a two-time 2^nd Team All-CIF honoree at Torrey Pines High and has also been twice named to the San Diego Union-Tribune Player to Watch list after being a key reason her school captured the 2024 and 2025 Coastal North County League titles. Academically, Mina’s strong with a 4.08 GPA.

T-66—Taylor Higham, P/OF, Bandits Bandits – Meredith/Trackwell
A standout right-hander for Libertyville (Ill.) High and the Beverly Bandit program, Taylor has built a reputation as both a fierce competitor and an exceptional teammate. Head Coach David Trackwell explains: “She is known for her composure under pressure and is the player every coach wants in the circle when the game is on the line — she wants the ball in the biggest moments. Taylor thrives when the lights are brightest.” When not in the circle, Taylor—who is committed to Georgetown—can do some damage with the bat as shown by her hitting .351 for her 18U team in the summer with a .415 on-base percentage.

T-65—Cayla Baker, C/2B, Colorado Batbusters – Smith
Cayla, who also goes by “Cay,” is a tremendous hitter and has batted an eyebrow-raising .664 for Doherty (Colorado Springs, Colo.) High over her prep career and as a junior hit .652 with eight doubles, nine triples and six home runs. She only was able to play a handful of games for Joe Smtih’s Batbusters team due to an injury but when healthy she is athletic behind the plate with a very quick release and a 1.75 pop time. Cayla has “exceptional speed at the catcher position,” her coach says, “and she also can play middle infield, outfield and anywhere but pitcher. Cayla will make an impact wherever we put her, but as a catcher, Cay has great energy and shuts down the run game.”

T-65—Kaylee Chatman, OF, Hotshots National – Nelson
“Blazing.” That’s the word you hear often when you hear coaches speak of “Chatty,” who will play college ball at Sam Houston State. She is one of the fastest players you will see on the softball circuit and she is versatile enough to utilize that speed to her benefit. Says one Hotshots coach: “Chatty is a total menace on the basepaths once she gets on.” The outfielder hit .386 over the summer with an on-base percentage of .478 against high level pitching competition for the Hotshots National 18U team led by Head Coach Nathan Nelson.

T-64—Carmen Boxberger, MIF/OF, Top Gun – Turner
Carmen, who will play at Marshall next year, is a high average player who also is the all-time steals leader at her school. She batted over .400 this Summer for Head Coach Bob Turner and the Top Gun team and also led the team in triples and stolen bases. The 2026 infielder has elite speed and handles the bat at a very high level and, once she makes contact, Carmen gets from home to first in 2.7 seconds down the line. Coach Turner commends his infielder saying; “She’s also an outstanding defender up the middle, both in the infield and in the grass.

T-64—Jadyn Brawley, 1B/P, Fury Premier  – Moyer/Perry
Head Coach Patrick Moyer speaks highly of Jadyn when he comments: “She is our coach on the field and is a great leader who makes sure everyone else on the field stays engaged.” Jaydn is a lefty first baseman who fields her position at an elite level and who is fantastic at “picking” errant throws. At the plate, the lefty power hitter is a tremendous gap-to-gap hitter who can also hit it out. Jadyn hit .404 and had a .494 on-base percentage this past summer season and in high school she led her Stewarts Creek (Smyrna, Tenn.) High team to a runner up finish in the Tennessee 4A State Playoffs. The then-junior was named 1^st Team All State along with being named All-Region and All-District also.

T-64—Molly McAnally, IF, Chicago Cheetahs – Connolly
Molly is a pure utility player who can line up at any of the infield positions as well as excel behind the plate with a 1.68 pop time. This year, she caught 66 innings and only gave up six stolen bases against her. Playing at Glenbrook (Ill.) High, she’s been a three-time Class 4A All-State honoree and her numbers show why: this year Molly batted .433 at the prep level with a 1.337 OPS and a slugging mark of .804 as she smacked nine home runs. For her Cheetahs team coached by Mary Connolly the 2026 standout batted .354 with an OPS of 1.023 and a slugging mark of .583 as she had 15 extra base hits and drove in 31 runs. Defensively, Molly had a strong .986 fielding percentage with 108 putouts and 28 assists.  Molly is also a star in the classroom with a 4.61 weighted GPA and has eight AP credits to date with possibly a dozen more to earn her senior year.

T-63—Jaylene Echeverry, C/CIF, Intensity – KOD  
Jaylene is an exceptional multi-sport athlete who brings elite leadership and energy to every team she’s part of. Behind the plate, she’s a wall on defense, known for her quick release, strong arm, and the ability to control the running game. Head Coach Kevin O’Donnell says of his Villanova commit: “Jaylene’s presence elevates the entire pitching staff as she commands the circle with confidence, keeping her pitchers composed and locked in under pressure.” At the plate, Jaylene is a consistent offensive threat, capable of changing the game with one swing. Coach KOD adds: “She thrives in clutch moments and has a reputation for coming through when it matters most.” The senior is also an outstanding basketball player and for her St. Mary’s (Rutherford, N.J.) High team last January made 11 three-pointers which was a North Jersey season-best and is thought to have tied for the region’s all-time record.

T-63—Jones Southall, P, East Cobb Bullets Gold – Schnute/Bilz
Jones is no stranger to the HOT 100 rankings over the years.  She has been playing up since 14U and has had her share of success and most recent setbacks.  The biggest setback being the end of her sophomore season into her junior recruiting year with a pinched nerve putting her on the IL for eight months.  Jones came back stronger at the end of this summer producing elite spin rates, increased velocity, and improved her rise ball jump to five inches.  Head Coach Jessica Bilz explains: “She is the true Cinderella story of what can happen when you continue to chase your dreams no matter the outside noise. Jones found her dream school, and will get the opportunity to play D1 softball at Jacksonville University in the Fall of 2026. “

T-63—Cassidy Stinnett, P, Explosion Premier – Denio
“Were expecting big things from Cassidy as she steps into the limelight of elite competition,” her head coach Bret Denio says of his talented 2026 pitcher. Cassidy throws in the 63-to-65 mph range with an excellent screw and curve ball.  Add in her rise and off-speed stuff and she can hit all quadrants. She also wants the ball and Coach Denio picks up the story: “The first weekend out, Cassidy wanted the ball against the ever-strong hitting Athletes Mercado – Smith team and held them to one run.” The senior also has led her Capistrano Valley (Mission Viejo, Calif.) High team the last two years in the circle. Cassidy will attend North Dakota State on scholarship and Denio adds: “She’s not only good in the circle but a great kid in the dugout. I can’t wait to watch her continue to grow.”

T-63—Aliya Swillis, P,  Dirtdogs – Vazquez
Aliya comes from a family where athletics run deep: both of her parents competed at the Division I level for UC Berkeley, her father on the football field and her mother in the softball circle as a pitcher. Her older sister, Alexis, currently plays basketball at UNLV. Head Coach Marco Vazquez begins: “Surrounded by this culture of excellence, Aliya has always understood what it takes to compete at the highest level and has dedicated herself to developing the same championship mindset.” As a junior year at Clovis (Calif.) West High, Aliya pitched 134.2 with 126 strikeouts, and an impressive 1.77 ERA, powering the team to a 16–11–1 finish. Coach Vazquez adds: “Aliya’s resilience, consistency, and stoic presence have elevated the Clovis West softball program, transforming it into a respected competitor in one of the state’s most challenging conferences.” Off the field, the high school senior has a strong passion for the medical field and is currently enrolled in a CTE Medical Pathway program, where she not only studies medical coursework but also gains real-world experience working inside a hospital. She will take her game to UC Santa Barbara next year.

T-62—Grace Ely, SS/UT, Rhode Island Thunder – Lotti
Grace is a three-year varsity starter at shortstop and has been instrumental in leading her Masuk (Monroe, Conn.) High program to three consecutive state championships. She’s a consistent performer both defensively and offensively and has been named All-Conference and All-Academic three times, while earning recognition as a two-time Connecticut High School Coaches Association All-State selection. Her Spring of 2025 season was dominant with Grace posting a .440 batting average, a .571 OBP, and 1.524 OPS. She also tallied 11 home runs, 43 RBIs, and 40 runs scored, including a clutch two-run homer in the State Semifinal that lifted her team to a 2–1 victory and secured a spot in the championship game, which they went on to win. With the Rhode Island Thunder National program, Grace has been a cornerstone of the 16U National team under Head Coach Dave Lotti for the past two years. He says of the Univ. of Delaware commit: “She brings elite versatility as a true utility player, excelling in the middle infield while also stepping up across every infield and outfield position when her team needs it.” At the plate, Grace is a power hitter with excellent plate discipline, producing a .405 batting average and 1.166 OPS across the 2024–25 Fall and Summer seasons with 27 hits for extra bases.

T-62—Lily Schlotterbeck, P, Stars National – Coleman
New to the Stars National – Coleman team, Lily was one of the most sought-after two-way players in the 2026 class. Having a dominant arm in the circle, she throws in the upper 60s, posting a 0.99 ERA and 187 strikeouts in 85 innings last season. At the plate, Lily hit .520 with a 1.499 OPS, driving in 21 RBIs and scoring 25 runs. Head Coach Rachel Coleman says: “With her power, team player and competitive spirit, Lily will be a major weapon for the Stars and a future impact player for Florida Atlantic University.”

T-62—Klara Thompson, 2B/OF, Birmingham Thunderbolts Premier – Thompson
Klara is a sure handed infielder for the Birmingham Thunderbolts Premier which she has been a member of the program since 9U. The Mercer commit is a great communicator on defense and is super coachable. One top coach in the Bolts organization says: “Klara has an elite softball IQ and uses that to her advantage, especially offensively when it comes to reading the defense to get herself on base and move runners.” Klara’s list of accomplishments is a mile long and is highlighted by her being a member of the Thunderbolts PGF National Championship. She was also on the PGF All-American Watch List last spring and as a junior at Spain Park (Hoover, Ala.) High made 1^st Team All-County and 1^st Team All-Metro South. Klara was also invited to play in the Alabama State North-South All-Star Game.

T-61—Sophia Alo, CIF, LK Black Hawaii – Danz
If the last name is familiar, it’s because Sophia is the younger sister of former Oklahoma Sooner home run hitting great Jocelyn Alo and Fresno State power hitter Lorraine Alo. Sophia is the biggest of the three and will be the third sibling to play college ball as she is committed to Texas – San Antonio.  She was named a 1^st Team All-State honoree for her Campbell (Ewa Beach, Hawaii) and was equally impressive for Josh Danz’s LK Black Hawaii team as she hit .502 with 15 home runs and 55 RBIs. Sophia’s travel ball resume also includes being a 2025 Triple Crown Sports Futures All-Star and a three-time TCS International Challenge World Champion. Head Coach Josh Danz says; “Sophia has great defensive skills with her long range at first base, making herself an elite stretch and pick player at the first base position.”

T-61—Layla Ogden, P/1B, Louisville Lady Sluggers – Huecker/Norwood
Layla brings the power at the plate and she has the stats to prove it. This summer, she hit 15 home runs in travel ball for the Sluggers and set the home run record in Kentucky last spring with 21 long balls for South Warren High in Warren County. Head Coach Scott Norwood says: “Layla is always a threat to hit the long ball whenever she steps in the box.” The athlete is committed to play at the next level with the Western Kentucky Lady Toppers. Coach Norwood adds: “WKU is going to love the energy and power Layla brings to the team.”