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USA Today
22-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texas A&M Softball returning players & 2026 roster outlook
Texas A&M Softball returning players & 2026 roster outlook The 2025 Texas A&M softball season came to an unexpected end in the Bryan-College Station Regional, as the top-seeded Aggies fell to Liberty. This historic upset marks the first time a No. 1 seed has failed to advance to a Super Regional, solidifying its place in college softball history. While credit is due to the Lady Flames, Texas A&M had been dominant, averaging nearly 10 runs per game over the last month. This thrilling game was a win for softball, highlighting the talent in mid-major programs and underscoring the need for selection committees to consider top mid-major teams as regional hosts. For the Aggies, it was a heartbreaking loss, especially for the seniors who laid the foundation for one of the program's most successful regular seasons. Their contributions will leave a lasting legacy, inspiring future Texas A&M softball players with their dedication and spirit. The 12th Man showed up in full force this season, proving that if head coach Trisha Ford fields a competitive team, fans will pack the stands. Looking ahead, Texas A&M boasts a strong returning core, and depending on transfer portal moves, the Aggies could be contenders once again next season. Below are the key players departing, returning, and positions of need going into 2026. Key Players Departing: Pitcher - Emiley Kennedy - Emiley Kennedy Pitcher - Emily Leavitt - Emily Leavitt Infield - Koko Wooley - Koko Wooley Outfield - Allie Enright - Allie Enright Outfield - Kramer Eschete - Kramer Eschete Catcher - Olivia Johnson - Olivia Johnson Catcher/DH - Mac Barbara Key Players Returning: Pitcher - Sydney Lessentine - Sydney Lessentine Pitcher - Kate Munnerlyn - Kate Munnerlyn Pitcher - Sidne Peters - Sidne Peters Infielder - Mya Perez - Mya Perez Infielder - Kennedy Powell - Kennedy Powell Infielder - Amari Harper - Amari Harper Infielder - KK Dement - KK Dement Infielder - Frankie Vrazel Positions of need: Experienced Outfielder Veteran Catcher for competition for competition Designated Hitter with a Power with a Power Veteran pitcher with extensive innings in the circle. Despite the heartbreaking end to the season, Texas A&M softball has much to build upon for the future. With a strong core returning and the potential for key additions through the transfer portal, the Aggies remain poised for another competitive run next season. Stay tuned, big things are ahead for Aggie softball. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
USA Today
16-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texas A&M softball takes the series after 13-2 run-rule victory over Auburn on Saturday
Texas A&M softball takes the series after 13-2 run-rule victory over Auburn on Saturday No. 6 Texas A&M (23-4, 3-2 SEC) picks up another Top 25 win, beating No. 22 Auburn (20-7, 0-5 SEC) 13-2 in Game 2 to take the series on the road. The Texas A&M Aggies stormed back to dominate the Auburn Tigers in a decisive 13-2 run-rule victory, showcasing a five-inning offensive explosion on the road. After trailing 2-1 early, A&M turned the game around with a hit parade, racking up 14 hits, including three doubles, and finding their stride at the plate. Pitching standout Sidne Peters improved her record to an impressive 6-0, giving up only two hits and two runs. Senior Emily Leavitt closed out the fifth inning with a stellar performance, allowing zero hits, recording one strikeout, and inducing a groundout to secure the early win. Amari Harper powered up, smashing her second home run of the season and driving in two runs, while Mac Barbara returned to form with an impressive 3-for-4 outing and one RBI. If Barbara continues her momentum, the SEC must be on high alert. After a stretch of games with limited offense, the Aggies' bats came alive, fulfilling head coach Trisha Ford's confidence that her team would regain their spark at the right time. "I thought offensively did a really good job today um we were do an outbreak of a game so um yeah it was a great job of executing um that first inning still nipped us in the butt a little bit, but it was good to see Sidne Peters back on the mound dominating so it was a good game" Below you can watch the highlights from Game 2 of the series Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
