College softball portal

[TexasEx_10]

4 minutes ago, TexTheHorn24 said:

Rumor is Samantha Swan got into Texas Law and is interested in taking over catching for a year. 18 HR player. I like stevie south but maybe she can take a developmental role for a year? We’ll see. 
 

also heard the Texas state pitcher is looking to jump to a bigger program in state. 

I don’t know if the law school information is true but if so, that’s impressive. Coach Zaleski started following her on X last week.

I really like Azua, but I know many programs want her, including A&M. Coach Earleywine started following her on X last week, while Coach White and Patty Ruth already followed her.

Both would be excellent additions. 

[HookemTexas]

Pitchers are the most coveted portal players because how much they impact the game.  Will be interesting to see who gets who.

[UT_Ro]

47 minutes ago, TexasEx_10 said:

No, I am concerned about keeping our current roster, but Bobby addressed that. Portal additions are great, but retention is key. Other boards are daydreaming about stealing Kavan, Stewart and Henry. I’d hate to lose any of the current team because of money. 
 

In today’s NIL era and after the WBB season, I can be concerned. 🙄

Back to Back Champs this team was built not bought it's a difference no need to worry about our main girls they aren't going anywhere 

[TexasEx_10]

23 minutes ago, UT_Ro said:

Back to Back Champs this team was built not bought it's a difference no need to worry about our main girls they aren't going anywhere 

You’re right. These players are special and love Texas. I’m just scarred from WBB portal season. 😂

 

 

 

[khardman]

On 6/4/2026 at 3:43 PM, TexTheHorn24 said:

Madi Doty is a generational prospect that is coming in. Another female Shohei ohtani like Hannah Wells but better.

Pretty cruel statement. Curb your tongue

[Buck Travis]

There should be a virtual reality coaching game. Maybe linked to Prize Picks. So here's all the info you need to build your roster from the current recruits. Where are the weaknesses? Where do you look in the portal? Go.

We have 25 players as of today. Here is the expanded combined Texas Longhorns softball roster for the 2027 season: returning veterans (non-graduating players from the 2026 team) + the 2025 additions (now sophomores with 2026 freshman performance metrics) + eligible 2026 portal transfers (now juniors) + the 2026 high school recruits (incoming freshmen with national recruiting rankings, awards, and accomplishments).

Texas finished the 2026 season 53-12 (16-8 SEC) and returns significant production and talent after a strong championship run. Graduating seniors with no remaining eligibility: Reese Atwood, Leighann Goode, Ashton Maloney, Kaiah Altmeyer, Kaydee Bennett, and Citlaly Gutierrez. No additional post-2026 portal activity is reported as of June 2026.

2026 season team context: Hit .335 overall with strong power and speed. Key 2026 metrics and awards are included below for relevant players (stats from official cumulative leaders; limited at-bats noted for role players/freshmen). Katie Stewart was named SEC Player of the Year.

Returning Veterans (now juniors/seniors in 2027) Core experienced players with proven 2026 production.

Teagan Kavan (RHP, Sr., 6'0", R/R) — West Des Moines, Iowa / Dowling Catholic. Veteran ace and WCWS performer; led the pitching staff in 2026 with extensive innings and strikeouts as the No. 1 starter.

Shylien Brister (IF, Jr., 5'6", R/R) — Houston, Texas / Clear Brook. Reliable infield contributor with multi-year depth.

Victoria Hunter (IF, Sr., 5'8", R/R) — Houston, Texas / St. Pius X. .200 AVG, 2 HR, 6 RBI (30 GP, limited starts). Veteran presence in the infield.

Viviana Martinez (IF, Sr., 5'6", L/R) — Tolleson, Ariz. / Tolleson Union. .379 AVG, 3 HR, 47 RBI, 5 SB (62 GP). Consistent offensive producer.

Adayah Wallace (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Plano, Texas / Plano West. .250 AVG, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 1 SB (41 GP, limited starts). Speed and defensive specialist.

Kayden Henry (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Dickinson, Texas / Dickinson. .406 AVG, 10 HR, 49 RBI, 30 SB (65 GP). Elite table-setter and base-stealer.

Katie Stewart (C/IF, Sr., 5'9", R/R) — Frankfort, Ill. / Lincoln-Way East. .429 AVG, 31 HR, 79 RBI (65 GP); SEC Player of the Year. Team offensive leader and veteran anchor.

Cambria Salmon (RHP, Jr., 5'8", R/R) — Beaumont, Calif. / Beaumont. Bullpen and rotation depth with multi-year experience.

Sophia Bordi (P, So.) — Pitching depth contributor as a 2026 freshman.

2025 Additions (now Sophomores in 2027; 3 years left).  High School Recruits (immediate impact as freshmen in 2026; 2025 class featured multiple top-65 national talents with Hannah Wells as a dual-threat standout).

Anne Wallace (C/UT, 6'1", R/R) — Logan, Utah / Ridgeline HS (Arizona Storm). Versatile power bat; limited freshman stats but high-upside backup catcher/corner infielder.

Hannah Wells (RHP/UT, 6'0", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Oklahoma Athletics). .295 AVG, 15 HR, 41 RBI (59 GP); top-10 national pitcher/hitter recruit; MaxPreps Texas Player of the Year and multiple All-State honors as a high schooler; dual-threat freshman contributor.

Alisa Sneed (OF/UT, 5'4", R/R) — Conroe, Texas / Conroe HS (Texas Riptide). .250 AVG, 1 HR, 8 RBI, 3 SB (37 GP, 16 GS); top outfielder nationally in high school; PGF All-American and multi-sport standout.

Jaycie Nichols (IF/SS/3B, 5'8", R/R) — Durant, Okla. / Caddo HS (Epic National). Speed and defense contributor; multiple state titles and all-conference honors in high school.

Caigan Crabtree (IF, 5'11", R/R) — Melissa, Texas / Melissa HS (Unity). .167 AVG, 1 HR, 3 RBI (11 GP, limited starts); ranked top infielder nationally; 5A State Championship MVP and Dallas Morning News Player of the Year in high school.

Aundrea (Drea) Wilson (IF/UT, 5'7", R/R) — Forney, Texas / North Forney HS (Texas Glory). Versatile utility depth; national champion and all-district/offensive POY honors in high school.

MaTaia Lawson (IF, 5'7", L/R) — Tinley Park, Ill. / Victor J. Andrew HS (Iowa Premier). .269 AVG, 2 HR, 14 RBI, 3 SB (25 GP, 14 GS); ranked sixth-best in class nationally; power-speed combo and multiple championship appearances.

Portal Transfers (eligible beyond 2026)

Brenlee Gonzales (LHP, 5'3", L/L, Jr. in 2027) — Aledo, Texas / Texas Tech (prior) & Aledo HS. Left-handed pitching depth as a sophomore in 2026.

Taylor Anderson (UT, 5'4", L/R, Jr. in 2027) — Dripping Springs, Texas / Oklahoma State (prior) & Dripping Springs HS. .308 AVG, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 5 SB (31 GP, limited starts); utility/outfield versatility.

2026 Additions (joining fall 2026; Freshmen in 2027; 4 years eligibility)

High School Recruits (ranked No. 4 nationally by D1Softball and Softball America; features multiple five- and four-star talents with USA Softball and state championship experience).

Annie Abdullah (IF, 5'6", R/R) — Hollywood, Fla. / Doral Academy (Texas Bombers Gold). Top position player in the 2026 class and No. 2 overall recruit (Softball America); 2025 First-Team All-America (MaxPreps); two-time Dade County Player of the Year; multiple USA Softball gold medals (2025 U-18 WBSC World Cup, 2023 U-15 WBSC, and Utsugi Cup).

Jordynn Booe (UTL, 5'5", L/R) — Pflugerville, Texas / Weiss HS (Unity). Holds multiple school records; 2025 TGCA 5A All-State and All-District MVP; Austin Sports Journal Player of the Year finalist; helped win 5A Area Championship.

Josie Busceme (OF, 5'7", L/R) — Austin, Texas / Bowie HS (Texas Bombers Gold). Junior year: .508 BA, .683 OBP; 2025 All-District First Team, Academic Team, Golden Glove; TGCA 5A/6A All-Star; multi-year track standout.

Mia Clemmer (C/1B, 5'6", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Unity). Three straight Texas 3A state titles (2023–2025); 2025 First-Team All-American (MaxPreps); multiple All-State, Catcher/Offensive POY honors.

Madi Doty (RHP, 6'0", R/R) — Grandview, Texas / Grandview HS (Texas Glory). No. 2 pitcher and No. 4 overall in 2026 class (Softball America); led to 2025 Texas UIL Division I state title (championship game MVP); TGCA 3A All-State; multiple district MVPs; USA U-15 gold medalist.

Aubrey Portie (UTL, 5'10", R/R) — Lake Charles, La. / Sam Houston HS (Aces Fastpitch). 2025 5A state champion; American Press Female Athlete of the Year; junior: .519 BA, 14 HR, 48 RBI; multiple All-State honors.

Stevie South (OF/C, 5'7", L/L) — Magnolia, Texas / Magnolia HS (Hotshots National). Junior: .535 BA, .639 OBP, 122 hits; two-time PGF All-American; First-Team All-State (TSWA); USA Softball gold medals (2023 U-15 WBSC World Cup and Utsugi Cup).

Edited 23 hours ago by Buck Travis

[AceHorn23]

6 hours ago, TexasEx_10 said:

I’ve been hearing for several years that Texas Softball has very little NIL and doesn’t spend compared to other schools. I thought that would change after last year but it didn’t and Texas lost out on several players in the portal because of money. Texas wanted Desire Spearman, Taylor Pannell (pitcher), Dakota Kennedy, Jazzy Burns, and Tallen Edwards and didn’t get a single one because they were outbid. 
 

I don’t understand this. It’s infuriating. It also concerns me that other schools will try to poach Texas players and offer them more money. 
 

Tech spends. A&M spends. Oklahoma spends. Texas should be spending. 

But yet, Texas is Back 2 Back 🏆 Champs 🤘🤘

[AceHorn23]

2 hours ago, TexasEx_10 said:

You’re right. These players are special and love Texas. I’m just scarred from WBB portal season. 😂

 

 

 

I wouldn't be because it seems like these girls genuinely love being at Texas. They also know that they have a real shot at a three-peat.

[AceHorn23]

55 minutes ago, Buck Travis said:

There should be a virtual reality coaching game. Maybe linked to Prize Picks. So here's all the info you need to build your roster from the current recruits. Where are the weaknesses? Where do you look in the portal? Go.

We have 25 players as of today. Here is the expanded combined Texas Longhorns softball roster for the 2027 season: returning veterans (non-graduating players from the 2026 team) + the 2025 additions (now sophomores with 2026 freshman performance metrics) + eligible 2026 portal transfers (now juniors) + the 2026 high school recruits (incoming freshmen with national recruiting rankings, awards, and accomplishments).

Texas finished the 2026 season 53-12 (16-8 SEC) and returns significant production and talent after a strong championship run. Graduating seniors with no remaining eligibility: Reese Atwood, Leighann Goode, Ashton Maloney, Kaiah Altmeyer, Kaydee Bennett, and Citlaly Gutierrez. No additional post-2026 portal activity is reported as of June 2026.

2026 season team context: Hit .335 overall with strong power and speed. Key 2026 metrics and awards are included below for relevant players (stats from official cumulative leaders; limited at-bats noted for role players/freshmen). Katie Stewart was named SEC Player of the Year.

Returning Veterans (now juniors/seniors in 2027) Core experienced players with proven 2026 production.

Teagan Kavan (RHP, Sr., 6'0", R/R) — West Des Moines, Iowa / Dowling Catholic. Veteran ace and WCWS performer; led the pitching staff in 2026 with extensive innings and strikeouts as the No. 1 starter.

Shylien Brister (IF, Jr., 5'6", R/R) — Houston, Texas / Clear Brook. Reliable infield contributor with multi-year depth.

Victoria Hunter (IF, Sr., 5'8", R/R) — Houston, Texas / St. Pius X. .200 AVG, 2 HR, 6 RBI (30 GP, limited starts). Veteran presence in the infield.

Viviana Martinez (IF, Sr., 5'6", L/R) — Tolleson, Ariz. / Tolleson Union. .379 AVG, 3 HR, 47 RBI, 5 SB (62 GP). Consistent offensive producer.

Adayah Wallace (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Plano, Texas / Plano West. .250 AVG, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 1 SB (41 GP, limited starts). Speed and defensive specialist.

Kayden Henry (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Dickinson, Texas / Dickinson. .406 AVG, 10 HR, 49 RBI, 30 SB (65 GP). Elite table-setter and base-stealer.

Katie Stewart (C/IF, Sr., 5'9", R/R) — Frankfort, Ill. / Lincoln-Way East. .429 AVG, 31 HR, 79 RBI (65 GP); SEC Player of the Year. Team offensive leader and veteran anchor.

Cambria Salmon (RHP, Jr., 5'8", R/R) — Beaumont, Calif. / Beaumont. Bullpen and rotation depth with multi-year experience.

Sophia Bordi (P, So.) — Pitching depth contributor as a 2026 freshman.

2025 Additions (now Sophomores in 2027; 3 years left).  High School Recruits (immediate impact as freshmen in 2026; 2025 class featured multiple top-65 national talents with Hannah Wells as a dual-threat standout).

Anne Wallace (C/UT, 6'1", R/R) — Logan, Utah / Ridgeline HS (Arizona Storm). Versatile power bat; limited freshman stats but high-upside backup catcher/corner infielder.

Hannah Wells (RHP/UT, 6'0", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Oklahoma Athletics). .295 AVG, 15 HR, 41 RBI (59 GP); top-10 national pitcher/hitter recruit; MaxPreps Texas Player of the Year and multiple All-State honors as a high schooler; dual-threat freshman contributor.

Alisa Sneed (OF/UT, 5'4", R/R) — Conroe, Texas / Conroe HS (Texas Riptide). .250 AVG, 1 HR, 8 RBI, 3 SB (37 GP, 16 GS); top outfielder nationally in high school; PGF All-American and multi-sport standout.

Jaycie Nichols (IF/SS/3B, 5'8", R/R) — Durant, Okla. / Caddo HS (Epic National). Speed and defense contributor; multiple state titles and all-conference honors in high school.

Caigan Crabtree (IF, 5'11", R/R) — Melissa, Texas / Melissa HS (Unity). .167 AVG, 1 HR, 3 RBI (11 GP, limited starts); ranked top infielder nationally; 5A State Championship MVP and Dallas Morning News Player of the Year in high school.

Aundrea (Drea) Wilson (IF/UT, 5'7", R/R) — Forney, Texas / North Forney HS (Texas Glory). Versatile utility depth; national champion and all-district/offensive POY honors in high school.

MaTaia Lawson (IF, 5'7", L/R) — Tinley Park, Ill. / Victor J. Andrew HS (Iowa Premier). .269 AVG, 2 HR, 14 RBI, 3 SB (25 GP, 14 GS); ranked sixth-best in class nationally; power-speed combo and multiple championship appearances.

Portal Transfers (eligible beyond 2026)

Brenlee Gonzales (LHP, 5'3", L/L, Jr. in 2027) — Aledo, Texas / Texas Tech (prior) & Aledo HS. Left-handed pitching depth as a sophomore in 2026.

Taylor Anderson (UT, 5'4", L/R, Jr. in 2027) — Dripping Springs, Texas / Oklahoma State (prior) & Dripping Springs HS. .308 AVG, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 5 SB (31 GP, limited starts); utility/outfield versatility.

2026 Additions (joining fall 2026; Freshmen in 2027; 4 years eligibility)

High School Recruits (ranked No. 4 nationally by D1Softball and Softball America; features multiple five- and four-star talents with USA Softball and state championship experience).

Annie Abdullah (IF, 5'6", R/R) — Hollywood, Fla. / Doral Academy (Texas Bombers Gold). Top position player in the 2026 class and No. 2 overall recruit (Softball America); 2025 First-Team All-America (MaxPreps); two-time Dade County Player of the Year; multiple USA Softball gold medals (2025 U-18 WBSC World Cup, 2023 U-15 WBSC, and Utsugi Cup).

Jordynn Booe (UTL, 5'5", L/R) — Pflugerville, Texas / Weiss HS (Unity). Holds multiple school records; 2025 TGCA 5A All-State and All-District MVP; Austin Sports Journal Player of the Year finalist; helped win 5A Area Championship.

Josie Busceme (OF, 5'7", L/R) — Austin, Texas / Bowie HS (Texas Bombers Gold). Junior year: .508 BA, .683 OBP; 2025 All-District First Team, Academic Team, Golden Glove; TGCA 5A/6A All-Star; multi-year track standout.

Mia Clemmer (C/1B, 5'6", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Unity). Three straight Texas 3A state titles (2023–2025); 2025 First-Team All-American (MaxPreps); multiple All-State, Catcher/Offensive POY honors.

Madi Doty (RHP, 6'0", R/R) — Grandview, Texas / Grandview HS (Texas Glory). No. 2 pitcher and No. 4 overall in 2026 class (Softball America); led to 2025 Texas UIL Division I state title (championship game MVP); TGCA 3A All-State; multiple district MVPs; USA U-15 gold medalist.

Aubrey Portie (UTL, 5'10", R/R) — Lake Charles, La. / Sam Houston HS (Aces Fastpitch). 2025 5A state champion; American Press Female Athlete of the Year; junior: .519 BA, 14 HR, 48 RBI; multiple All-State honors.

Stevie South (OF/C, 5'7", L/L) — Magnolia, Texas / Magnolia HS (Hotshots National). Junior: .535 BA, .639 OBP, 122 hits; two-time PGF All-American; First-Team All-State (TSWA); USA Softball gold medals (2023 U-15 WBSC World Cup and Utsugi Cup).

Thanks for posting all this information! 🤘🤘

[TexasEx_10]

57 minutes ago, Buck Travis said:

There should be a virtual reality coaching game. Maybe linked to Prize Picks. So here's all the info you need to build your roster from the current recruits. Where are the weaknesses? Where do you look in the portal? Go.

We have 25 players as of today. Here is the expanded combined Texas Longhorns softball roster for the 2027 season: returning veterans (non-graduating players from the 2026 team) + the 2025 additions (now sophomores with 2026 freshman performance metrics) + eligible 2026 portal transfers (now juniors) + the 2026 high school recruits (incoming freshmen with national recruiting rankings, awards, and accomplishments).

Texas finished the 2026 season 53-12 (16-8 SEC) and returns significant production and talent after a strong championship run. Graduating seniors with no remaining eligibility: Reese Atwood, Leighann Goode, Ashton Maloney, Kaiah Altmeyer, Kaydee Bennett, and Citlaly Gutierrez. No additional post-2026 portal activity is reported as of June 2026.

2026 season team context: Hit .335 overall with strong power and speed. Key 2026 metrics and awards are included below for relevant players (stats from official cumulative leaders; limited at-bats noted for role players/freshmen). Katie Stewart was named SEC Player of the Year.

Returning Veterans (now juniors/seniors in 2027) Core experienced players with proven 2026 production.

Teagan Kavan (RHP, Sr., 6'0", R/R) — West Des Moines, Iowa / Dowling Catholic. Veteran ace and WCWS performer; led the pitching staff in 2026 with extensive innings and strikeouts as the No. 1 starter.

Shylien Brister (IF, Jr., 5'6", R/R) — Houston, Texas / Clear Brook. Reliable infield contributor with multi-year depth.

Victoria Hunter (IF, Sr., 5'8", R/R) — Houston, Texas / St. Pius X. .200 AVG, 2 HR, 6 RBI (30 GP, limited starts). Veteran presence in the infield.

Viviana Martinez (IF, Sr., 5'6", L/R) — Tolleson, Ariz. / Tolleson Union. .379 AVG, 3 HR, 47 RBI, 5 SB (62 GP). Consistent offensive producer.

Adayah Wallace (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Plano, Texas / Plano West. .250 AVG, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 1 SB (41 GP, limited starts). Speed and defensive specialist.

Kayden Henry (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Dickinson, Texas / Dickinson. .406 AVG, 10 HR, 49 RBI, 30 SB (65 GP). Elite table-setter and base-stealer.

Katie Stewart (C/IF, Sr., 5'9", R/R) — Frankfort, Ill. / Lincoln-Way East. .429 AVG, 31 HR, 79 RBI (65 GP); SEC Player of the Year. Team offensive leader and veteran anchor.

Cambria Salmon (RHP, Jr., 5'8", R/R) — Beaumont, Calif. / Beaumont. Bullpen and rotation depth with multi-year experience.

Sophia Bordi (P, So.) — Pitching depth contributor as a 2026 freshman.

2025 Additions (now Sophomores in 2027; 3 years left).  High School Recruits (immediate impact as freshmen in 2026; 2025 class featured multiple top-65 national talents with Hannah Wells as a dual-threat standout).

Anne Wallace (C/UT, 6'1", R/R) — Logan, Utah / Ridgeline HS (Arizona Storm). Versatile power bat; limited freshman stats but high-upside backup catcher/corner infielder.

Hannah Wells (RHP/UT, 6'0", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Oklahoma Athletics). .295 AVG, 15 HR, 41 RBI (59 GP); top-10 national pitcher/hitter recruit; MaxPreps Texas Player of the Year and multiple All-State honors as a high schooler; dual-threat freshman contributor.

Alisa Sneed (OF/UT, 5'4", R/R) — Conroe, Texas / Conroe HS (Texas Riptide). .250 AVG, 1 HR, 8 RBI, 3 SB (37 GP, 16 GS); top outfielder nationally in high school; PGF All-American and multi-sport standout.

Jaycie Nichols (IF/SS/3B, 5'8", R/R) — Durant, Okla. / Caddo HS (Epic National). Speed and defense contributor; multiple state titles and all-conference honors in high school.

Caigan Crabtree (IF, 5'11", R/R) — Melissa, Texas / Melissa HS (Unity). .167 AVG, 1 HR, 3 RBI (11 GP, limited starts); ranked top infielder nationally; 5A State Championship MVP and Dallas Morning News Player of the Year in high school.

Aundrea (Drea) Wilson (IF/UT, 5'7", R/R) — Forney, Texas / North Forney HS (Texas Glory). Versatile utility depth; national champion and all-district/offensive POY honors in high school.

MaTaia Lawson (IF, 5'7", L/R) — Tinley Park, Ill. / Victor J. Andrew HS (Iowa Premier). .269 AVG, 2 HR, 14 RBI, 3 SB (25 GP, 14 GS); ranked sixth-best in class nationally; power-speed combo and multiple championship appearances.

Portal Transfers (eligible beyond 2026)

Brenlee Gonzales (LHP, 5'3", L/L, Jr. in 2027) — Aledo, Texas / Texas Tech (prior) & Aledo HS. Left-handed pitching depth as a sophomore in 2026.

Taylor Anderson (UT, 5'4", L/R, Jr. in 2027) — Dripping Springs, Texas / Oklahoma State (prior) & Dripping Springs HS. .308 AVG, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 5 SB (31 GP, limited starts); utility/outfield versatility.

2026 Additions (joining fall 2026; Freshmen in 2027; 4 years eligibility)

High School Recruits (ranked No. 4 nationally by D1Softball and Softball America; features multiple five- and four-star talents with USA Softball and state championship experience).

Annie Abdullah (IF, 5'6", R/R) — Hollywood, Fla. / Doral Academy (Texas Bombers Gold). Top position player in the 2026 class and No. 2 overall recruit (Softball America); 2025 First-Team All-America (MaxPreps); two-time Dade County Player of the Year; multiple USA Softball gold medals (2025 U-18 WBSC World Cup, 2023 U-15 WBSC, and Utsugi Cup).

Jordynn Booe (UTL, 5'5", L/R) — Pflugerville, Texas / Weiss HS (Unity). Holds multiple school records; 2025 TGCA 5A All-State and All-District MVP; Austin Sports Journal Player of the Year finalist; helped win 5A Area Championship.

Josie Busceme (OF, 5'7", L/R) — Austin, Texas / Bowie HS (Texas Bombers Gold). Junior year: .508 BA, .683 OBP; 2025 All-District First Team, Academic Team, Golden Glove; TGCA 5A/6A All-Star; multi-year track standout.

Mia Clemmer (C/1B, 5'6", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Unity). Three straight Texas 3A state titles (2023–2025); 2025 First-Team All-American (MaxPreps); multiple All-State, Catcher/Offensive POY honors.

Madi Doty (RHP, 6'0", R/R) — Grandview, Texas / Grandview HS (Texas Glory). No. 2 pitcher and No. 4 overall in 2026 class (Softball America); led to 2025 Texas UIL Division I state title (championship game MVP); TGCA 3A All-State; multiple district MVPs; USA U-15 gold medalist.

Aubrey Portie (UTL, 5'10", R/R) — Lake Charles, La. / Sam Houston HS (Aces Fastpitch). 2025 5A state champion; American Press Female Athlete of the Year; junior: .519 BA, 14 HR, 48 RBI; multiple All-State honors.

Stevie South (OF/C, 5'7", L/L) — Magnolia, Texas / Magnolia HS (Hotshots National). Junior: .535 BA, .639 OBP, 122 hits; two-time PGF All-American; First-Team All-State (TSWA); USA Softball gold medals (2023 U-15 WBSC World Cup and Utsugi Cup).

This is awesome. Thanks for posting. 
 

I am not sure about Bordi. She was suddenly removed from the online roster in April and she removed “Texas Softball” from her IG bio. There are some rumors on Softball forums that she is no longer on the team. 
 

 

[HookemTexas]

1 hour ago, Buck Travis said:

There should be a virtual reality coaching game. Maybe linked to Prize Picks. So here's all the info you need to build your roster from the current recruits. Where are the weaknesses? Where do you look in the portal? Go.

We have 25 players as of today. Here is the expanded combined Texas Longhorns softball roster for the 2027 season: returning veterans (non-graduating players from the 2026 team) + the 2025 additions (now sophomores with 2026 freshman performance metrics) + eligible 2026 portal transfers (now juniors) + the 2026 high school recruits (incoming freshmen with national recruiting rankings, awards, and accomplishments).

Texas finished the 2026 season 53-12 (16-8 SEC) and returns significant production and talent after a strong championship run. Graduating seniors with no remaining eligibility: Reese Atwood, Leighann Goode, Ashton Maloney, Kaiah Altmeyer, Kaydee Bennett, and Citlaly Gutierrez. No additional post-2026 portal activity is reported as of June 2026.

2026 season team context: Hit .335 overall with strong power and speed. Key 2026 metrics and awards are included below for relevant players (stats from official cumulative leaders; limited at-bats noted for role players/freshmen). Katie Stewart was named SEC Player of the Year.

Returning Veterans (now juniors/seniors in 2027) Core experienced players with proven 2026 production.

Teagan Kavan (RHP, Sr., 6'0", R/R) — West Des Moines, Iowa / Dowling Catholic. Veteran ace and WCWS performer; led the pitching staff in 2026 with extensive innings and strikeouts as the No. 1 starter.

Shylien Brister (IF, Jr., 5'6", R/R) — Houston, Texas / Clear Brook. Reliable infield contributor with multi-year depth.

Victoria Hunter (IF, Sr., 5'8", R/R) — Houston, Texas / St. Pius X. .200 AVG, 2 HR, 6 RBI (30 GP, limited starts). Veteran presence in the infield.

Viviana Martinez (IF, Sr., 5'6", L/R) — Tolleson, Ariz. / Tolleson Union. .379 AVG, 3 HR, 47 RBI, 5 SB (62 GP). Consistent offensive producer.

Adayah Wallace (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Plano, Texas / Plano West. .250 AVG, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 1 SB (41 GP, limited starts). Speed and defensive specialist.

Kayden Henry (OF, Sr., 5'5", L/R) — Dickinson, Texas / Dickinson. .406 AVG, 10 HR, 49 RBI, 30 SB (65 GP). Elite table-setter and base-stealer.

Katie Stewart (C/IF, Sr., 5'9", R/R) — Frankfort, Ill. / Lincoln-Way East. .429 AVG, 31 HR, 79 RBI (65 GP); SEC Player of the Year. Team offensive leader and veteran anchor.

Cambria Salmon (RHP, Jr., 5'8", R/R) — Beaumont, Calif. / Beaumont. Bullpen and rotation depth with multi-year experience.

Sophia Bordi (P, So.) — Pitching depth contributor as a 2026 freshman.

2025 Additions (now Sophomores in 2027; 3 years left).  High School Recruits (immediate impact as freshmen in 2026; 2025 class featured multiple top-65 national talents with Hannah Wells as a dual-threat standout).

Anne Wallace (C/UT, 6'1", R/R) — Logan, Utah / Ridgeline HS (Arizona Storm). Versatile power bat; limited freshman stats but high-upside backup catcher/corner infielder.

Hannah Wells (RHP/UT, 6'0", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Oklahoma Athletics). .295 AVG, 15 HR, 41 RBI (59 GP); top-10 national pitcher/hitter recruit; MaxPreps Texas Player of the Year and multiple All-State honors as a high schooler; dual-threat freshman contributor.

Alisa Sneed (OF/UT, 5'4", R/R) — Conroe, Texas / Conroe HS (Texas Riptide). .250 AVG, 1 HR, 8 RBI, 3 SB (37 GP, 16 GS); top outfielder nationally in high school; PGF All-American and multi-sport standout.

Jaycie Nichols (IF/SS/3B, 5'8", R/R) — Durant, Okla. / Caddo HS (Epic National). Speed and defense contributor; multiple state titles and all-conference honors in high school.

Caigan Crabtree (IF, 5'11", R/R) — Melissa, Texas / Melissa HS (Unity). .167 AVG, 1 HR, 3 RBI (11 GP, limited starts); ranked top infielder nationally; 5A State Championship MVP and Dallas Morning News Player of the Year in high school.

Aundrea (Drea) Wilson (IF/UT, 5'7", R/R) — Forney, Texas / North Forney HS (Texas Glory). Versatile utility depth; national champion and all-district/offensive POY honors in high school.

MaTaia Lawson (IF, 5'7", L/R) — Tinley Park, Ill. / Victor J. Andrew HS (Iowa Premier). .269 AVG, 2 HR, 14 RBI, 3 SB (25 GP, 14 GS); ranked sixth-best in class nationally; power-speed combo and multiple championship appearances.

Portal Transfers (eligible beyond 2026)

Brenlee Gonzales (LHP, 5'3", L/L, Jr. in 2027) — Aledo, Texas / Texas Tech (prior) & Aledo HS. Left-handed pitching depth as a sophomore in 2026.

Taylor Anderson (UT, 5'4", L/R, Jr. in 2027) — Dripping Springs, Texas / Oklahoma State (prior) & Dripping Springs HS. .308 AVG, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 5 SB (31 GP, limited starts); utility/outfield versatility.

2026 Additions (joining fall 2026; Freshmen in 2027; 4 years eligibility)

High School Recruits (ranked No. 4 nationally by D1Softball and Softball America; features multiple five- and four-star talents with USA Softball and state championship experience).

Annie Abdullah (IF, 5'6", R/R) — Hollywood, Fla. / Doral Academy (Texas Bombers Gold). Top position player in the 2026 class and No. 2 overall recruit (Softball America); 2025 First-Team All-America (MaxPreps); two-time Dade County Player of the Year; multiple USA Softball gold medals (2025 U-18 WBSC World Cup, 2023 U-15 WBSC, and Utsugi Cup).

Jordynn Booe (UTL, 5'5", L/R) — Pflugerville, Texas / Weiss HS (Unity). Holds multiple school records; 2025 TGCA 5A All-State and All-District MVP; Austin Sports Journal Player of the Year finalist; helped win 5A Area Championship.

Josie Busceme (OF, 5'7", L/R) — Austin, Texas / Bowie HS (Texas Bombers Gold). Junior year: .508 BA, .683 OBP; 2025 All-District First Team, Academic Team, Golden Glove; TGCA 5A/6A All-Star; multi-year track standout.

Mia Clemmer (C/1B, 5'6", R/R) — Coahoma, Texas / Coahoma HS (Unity). Three straight Texas 3A state titles (2023–2025); 2025 First-Team All-American (MaxPreps); multiple All-State, Catcher/Offensive POY honors.

Madi Doty (RHP, 6'0", R/R) — Grandview, Texas / Grandview HS (Texas Glory). No. 2 pitcher and No. 4 overall in 2026 class (Softball America); led to 2025 Texas UIL Division I state title (championship game MVP); TGCA 3A All-State; multiple district MVPs; USA U-15 gold medalist.

Aubrey Portie (UTL, 5'10", R/R) — Lake Charles, La. / Sam Houston HS (Aces Fastpitch). 2025 5A state champion; American Press Female Athlete of the Year; junior: .519 BA, 14 HR, 48 RBI; multiple All-State honors.

Stevie South (OF/C, 5'7", L/L) — Magnolia, Texas / Magnolia HS (Hotshots National). Junior: .535 BA, .639 OBP, 122 hits; two-time PGF All-American; First-Team All-State (TSWA); USA Softball gold medals (2023 U-15 WBSC World Cup and Utsugi Cup).

That's a pretty stacked roster on paper.  Even potentially without Bordi, I'm thinking White will try one of the star inf recruits in RF.  There's going to be a battle for 2nd base.  Unless you're replacing outgoing portals, I'm thinking you're looking for a stud pitcher if there's one but not settle, and potentially an outfielder.  Infield is pretty much solid and possibly even crowded.

[HookemDTX]

1 hour ago, TexasEx_10 said:

This is awesome. Thanks for posting. 
 

I am not sure about Bordi. She was suddenly removed from the online roster in April and she removed “Texas Softball” from her IG bio. There are some rumors on Softball forums that she is no longer on the team. 
 

 

She still has UT on her X account.

[Steamboat Willie]

So do we need a catcher out of the portal?

[.45s]

Brister did not play this year.  I assume she was injured.  There is no Bordi listed on the roster.

[TexTheHorn24]

2 hours ago, Steamboat Willie said:

So do we need a catcher out of the portal?

Samantha Swan. ASU transfer. The answer. 18 HR player. 

[Bobby Burton]

FYI - Mike White said yesterday that they have a recruit visiting on Monday. I assume it’s a portal prospect. He would not say which position.

[Marcus Morgan]

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[Buck Travis]

15 hours ago, HookemDTX said:

She still has UT on her X account.

Yep, this is curious. She's not on the official roster and looks like was not eligible for the spring. No recent social media posts so you have to assume she's not in the plan for 2027.

Drea Wilson and MaTaia Lawson were injured. (Wilson played for Kevin Shelton at Texas Glory. That team put kids at OU, Tech, Florida, LSU, Tennessee, Arkansas, Ole Miss, A&M, and Stanford. Incoming freshman Doty was also on that team.)

Interesting that Mike White just said yesterday that "nobody's leaving Texas because they like what we're doing."

Looks like we're stacked with young talent. Open spots at LF, RF, 2B, C. Probably Wells and Doty backing up Kavan. Maybe look in the portal for any P with WCWS experience if any pop up.

[Buck Travis]

This will get you up for next season. Madi Doty.

https://x.com/ihss_dfw/status/2061840262142546335?s=20

 

Edited 4 hours ago by Buck Travis

[HonkEm]

can't wait for Monday to get here 😀

[khardman]

7 hours ago, Marcus Morgan said:

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Texas Tech fan??

[UT_Ro]

9 hours ago, Bobby Burton said:

FYI - Mike White said yesterday that they have a recruit visiting on Monday. I assume it’s a portal prospect. He would not say which position.

Has to be Swan please be Swan lol