THE STAMPEDE: District Reclamation looms for No. 24 Memorial
No. 24 -- Memorial Mustangs
Memorial returns to the diamond after a 22-6 season that saw the Mustangs reach the second round of the 6A Division II playoffs, falling only to a formidable Foster program.
Entering 2026, head coach Stephanie Royce and her squad aim to retake the district crown while pushing even deeper into the postseason. With 14 varsity returners on the roster, the Mustangs are well-positioned to make a statement.
The offense is led by junior catcher Sophie Vlasak, a first-team all-district selection who hit .455 with a stellar 43 RBIs and 13 home runs. Senior first baseman Bella Borrego, also a district first-teamer, posted a .500-plus batting average with 32 RBIs and eight home runs.
Seniors such as outfielder Brooke Kearns (.409 BA, 18 RBIs), Reagan Siblik (3B), and Riley Cannizaro (SS) will provide additional firepower. On the mound, senior right-hander Karli DeAnda, a Texas Lutheran commit and second-team honoree, should keep opponents honest, while Mercedes Bujanos (Sr. 2B/Mary-Hardin Baylor) brings depth and versatility as an honorable mention pick.
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