2025-26 Pearland Softball
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No. 13 -- Pearland Oilers
Pearland isn’t far removed from claiming UIL State Championship No. 3 in 2023 — a fitting capstone to the final season of Laneigh Clark’s illustrious coaching career before Michele Hyden assumed control of the program. While the Lady Oilers haven’t returned to the state stage since, they haven’t been far off the mark.
In 2025, PHS stormed to an unblemished District 22-6A championship before bowing out in a decisive Game 3 against powerhouse Atascocita, closing the spring at 27–8 overall. With the majority of last year’s core back in the fold, Pearland has every reason to believe a resurgence is taking shape.
Senior right-hander Madelyn Guzman anchors the staff after earning District 22-6A Pitcher of the Year honors, while Texas State signee Payton Schugart brings first-team all-district pedigree and steady leadership behind the plate.

The infield remains a strength with first-team seniors Layla Bennett (Central Florida) and Payton Powell (Blinn), joined by shortstop Elaina Njus, an honorable mention selection. Though the outfield will feature new faces, second-teamer Anison Lopez (Grayson College) provides experience and cohesion.
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The stars of 2025-26 Angleton Softball
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No. 14 -- Angleton Ladycats
With decorated coach Cindy Rubio ascending to the role of Angleton’s Associate Athletic Director, former assistant Stevi Simpson now steps into the spotlight as the head coach of her alma mater.
The transition comes after a strong 2025 campaign in which the Ladycats went 21–5, claimed their second straight district title, and powered their way to the Region III Final of the 5A Division I bracket before falling to Barbers Hill. Much of that momentum returns in the circle.

Junior right-hander Bella Nava – a Miami (Ohio) commit – anchors the staff after a dominant sophomore season that saw her post a 9–2 record, a pristine 0.98 ERA, and 114 strikeouts en route to All–Southern Brazoria County Pitcher of the Year and first-team all-district recognition. Sam Houston State pledge Kadeyn Patin figures to share innings after logging a 1.95 ERA and earning second-team honors.
Offensively, first-team all-district outfielder Ayleen Cervantes and senior Ambrielle Linscombe, a Howard Payne signee and second-team selection, contribute to the team’s professionalism and punch.
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