*** 2026 Aggie Softball Season Thread ***

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In reply to cevans_40 • 3:36p, 6/10/26
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Really, don't mean to be rude but they are easy to find so I thought you were messing.

You can find estimated top 10 lists everywhere with basic searches. Now the values might be slightly different because the criteria being used might be slightly different and the articles will detail the criteria used but they are all consistent on one thing. Texas is at number 1 the last two years at well over 40 mil for their football roster. And that number is actually low for them bc not every dollar going to Arch is known.

I will not post on this one anymore but I am not apologizing when a poster states "That's BS" and then I back it up. Also find it interesting that Ags are arguing with me when my primary point is Texas is paying plenty in all their sports, especially ones that they are winning. I added football to the softball discussion bc there are more detailed estimates. But softball estimates has Texas top 4.
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4:06p, 6/10/26
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I hope we get a commitment out of Azua in the coming days. There might only be 1 or 2 absolute 10 out 10 stud pitchers in the college game. We would have 3 different 9 to 9.5 pitchers to throw at you every weekend. And you are likely to see all three every weekend in some capacity. And you could never prep for all 3 in the depth you could if there was just one feared pitcher.

There are only a couple of absolute dominant aces in the entire sport now and even they aren't spotless. You saw it several times this year in the NCAA tournament where a team's #1 didn't have it and their #2 or #3 came in and shut down the opponent. This is partly due to the ability to prep better for a team's pitcher as the pitching machines now can be programmed to emulate a pitchers spin rate, speed, and movement unlike a decade ago and also because batting lineups are better 1-9 than they used to be.

You may see a different "ace" at different times of the season too as moxie, confidence, energy, and determination have their peaks and valleys in a season. A discussion about who is the best would indicate to me a pretty loaded staff and things are going well.
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In reply to LB12MEEN • 5:42p, 6/10/26
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LB12MEEN said:
Really, don't mean to be rude but they are easy to find so I thought you were messing.

You can find estimated top 10 lists everywhere with basic searches. Now the values might be slightly different because the criteria being used might be slightly different and the articles will detail the criteria used but they are all consistent on one thing. Texas is at number 1 the last two years at well over 40 mil for their football roster. And that number is actually low for them bc not every dollar going to Arch is known.

I'm not big on estimation. I like cold, hard numbers. If they are so easy to find, can you please post a link to exact, unbiased figures. I would live to see them as I believe Tech spent more than anyone else (even Oklahoma) by a good bit and I would love proof. Please don't link some horse**** On3 valuations either.

And if Texas (and Arch) are not reporting every dollar to the NCAA, then please also link that because that is a violation in and of itself. I am beginning to think you are not as clear on how NIL works as you seem to portray.
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In reply to cevans_40 • 7:09p, 6/10/26
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This whole discussion started bc someone stating Tech is winning bc they are buying players. I point out Texas as well and most likely the most. I reference their football roster bc of the lists I noted earlier. Which all have Texas at the highest. While an estimate it does back up my statement that was questioned on this thread. And really is not that surprising. You needing hard numbers instead of estimates does change any of the above or really add any value the exact areas being debated.

Are you saying you don't think Texas has the most expensive roster in football at this time?
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7:17p, 6/10/26
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I don't pay attention to all the in fighting posts but why are discussing Football spending on NIL on the softball thread? Seems an odd discussion
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In reply to LB12MEEN • 7:47p, 6/10/26
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LB12MEEN said:
This whole discussion started bc someone stating Tech is winning bc they are buying players. I point out Texas as well and most likely the most. I reference their football roster bc of the lists I noted earlier. Which all have Texas at the highest. While an estimate it does back up my statement that was questioned on this thread. And really is not that surprising. You needing hard numbers instead of estimates does change any of the above or really add any value the exact areas being debated.

Are you saying you don't think Texas has the most expensive roster in football at this time?

I am saying no one knows
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In reply to Boozer92 • 7:49p, 6/10/26
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Boozer92 said:
I don't pay attention to all the in fighting posts but why are discussing Football spending on NIL on the softball thread? Seems an odd discussion

For the record, I am only interested in softball NIL spending and this will be my last post on the matter as it is not related to this thread. Sorry for allowing myself to get derailed.
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7:53p, 6/10/26
I blithely assumed we were talking about softball NIL when I responded earlier.
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In reply to Boozer92 • 8:32p, 6/10/26
Exactly. I've made it crystal clear this is softball only talk on this thread but he continues to bring up football.
#FJB
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10:53p, 6/11/26
Anything official on Pickering yet?
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In reply to Ozzy Osbourne • 11:19p, 6/11/26
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Ozzy Osbourne said:
Anything official on Pickering yet?

Its looking promising. Hope we hear some good news soon.
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9:06p, 6/12/26
What is it gonna take to get a softball forum? It's ridiculous trying to find the softball posts with all the baseball. I know we've discussed it before, but it just doesn't make sense that softball has to be lumped in with baseball.
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11:51a, 6/13/26
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Maddy Azua is an Aggie!
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12:14p, 6/13/26
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12:22p, 6/13/26
Let's gooooo
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5:20p, 6/13/26
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That's a very big get!
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12:20a, 6/14/26
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Great get at Pitcher. Hope we can get one more elite pitcher. Serious chance at title then.
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10:20p, 6/15/26
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Any chance with Isa Torres?
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11:54a, 6/16/26
Great news!
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In reply to cevans_40 • 6:29p, 6/16/26
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Kelbi Fortenberry Coleman '20
Keatan Fortenberry '26
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6:49p, 6/16/26
I guess that means Vivi to 2nd.

Glad to see her join for one last run with Kavan, Stewart, Vivi, and KH.

Probably still not the most talented lineup top to bottom (as opposed to 1-5 or so), but can't argue with the postseason results the last couple of years.
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In reply to 20aggie26 • 7:19p, 6/16/26
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Jesus. Their infield is loaded.
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In reply to Faustus • 7:21p, 6/16/26
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Faustus said:
I guess that means Vivi to 2nd.

Glad to see her join for one last run with Kavan, Stewart, Vivi, and KH.
Nobody gives a **** about those goobers.
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10:17p, 6/16/26
So, with the two transfers and incoming freshmen, current players - how many openings are left? Team can be up to 25 right?
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In reply to SBFan • 10:34p, 6/16/26
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4 slots left

1 needs to be a pitcher. Senior would be preferred here

1 needs to be a power bat at any position but 3rd base or outfield preferred.

Ideal world. 1 more top notch pitcher(we already have one) plus 3 more power bats. 1 middle infield, 1 3rd base, 1 outfield

There is some flexibility on the position of the bats. The fact is we had one of the weakest benches in the country for bats last year. Outside of Maddie we had none. So any bat would be a step up even if they don't start.

This year there are way less proven players than there are teams seeking proven players. The cost per player is much higher than last year. Even more so with pitchers.

Next year will be even worse if 5 in 5 passes. Seniors will likely need to stay put to get a 5th year. Many teams will have no room for 1 year transfers so outgoing juniors will have stay put. Seems getting players who are asking above market value this year is a must.
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10:50p, 6/16/26
Excellent assessment- thanks so much!!!
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12:24p, 6/17/26
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We need heavy bats in a big way.
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2:54p, 6/17/26
We need to replace Wark's bat. I was hoping that was going to be Pickering.
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In reply to Stevecstx61 • 3:04p, 6/17/26
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That's not happening

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4:02p, 6/17/26
Maybe Ford is done with the portal, guess they are still off looking at high schoolers…
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4:06p, 6/17/26
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INF Tori Edwards - LSU
LHP Delainey Everett - Mississippi State
INF Jaysoni Beachum - Florida State
INF Kylee Edwards - LSU
INF Atalyia Rijo - Arkansas
INF Ella Dodge - Tennessee

One is visiting today and is having a good visit. 3 INF's are scheduled this week. We ain't done. Stay tuned.
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In reply to TravelinTex • 4:09p, 6/17/26
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Some of the premium board info should stay there.
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In reply to Captn_Ag05 • 4:11p, 6/17/26
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Some of that info is staying there.
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In reply to TravelinTex • 4:17p, 6/17/26
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Those names didn't need to be here. Don't be dense.
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In reply to TravelinTex • 4:17p, 6/17/26
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TravelinTex said:
INF Tori Edwards - LSU
LHP Delainey Everett - Mississippi State
INF Jaysoni Beachum - Florida State
INF Kylee Edwards - LSU
INF Atalyia Rijo - Arkansas
INF Ella Dodge - Tennessee

One is visiting today and is having a good visit. 3 INF's are scheduled this week. We ain't done. Stay tuned.


The information is appreciated.

The "having a good visit" stuff seems to me to be just for clicks if someone is saying that. Recruits aren't talking to website media during an actual visit and anyone else is just blowing smoke. About 98% of visits are "good visits" whether someone commits or not. I appreciate that the guys that do football and baseball recruiting coverage for Texags would just tell you they will post updates after the visit. They don't try to sell emotional stuff when there isn't anything to know.

I do expect us to start having more "success" here soon as we haven't dived in chasing players we think are asking more than we think they are worth.

That is a solid list above.
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