GAMES
RANKINGS
Can Clear Springs cap off their monumental season with a title, against a loaded Midway program?
THE FINAL INNINGS: 2025 UIL State Softball Preview -- Clear Springs v. Midway (6A-D1)
Under head coach Jennifer Knight, the Chargers made their first-ever appearance in the UIL State Tournament a week ago— and now find themselves just one win away from the title.
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Their path to the final has been defined by grit and resilience, most recently showcased in a sweep of East Central in the Semifinals. In Game 1, the Chargers rallied from a three-run deficit to pull off a dramatic 8-7 comeback victory, before clinching the series with a tight 5-4 win in Game 2.
The Chargers feature a well-rounded mix of seasoned seniors and emerging underclassmen. Senior third baseman Eryn Polite (Florida A&M-commit) and senior catcher Erianna Garcia (Abilene Christian) anchor the lineup, while freshman shortstop Makenzie Thomas has impressed throughout the entirety of 2025.
Adding depth are freshmen Elisa Garcia and Brynley Colianni, along with sophomore Brooke Colianni. In the outfield, twin juniors Alana and Emily Strever provide speed and defensive stability.
Furthermore, senior right-handers Jenna Hashaw (San Jacinto CC) and Grace Hirst (Lamar State) have formed a reliable one-two punch in the circle.
Their opponent, Midway (31-3), brings both experience and an underlying sense of redemption into Saturday’s title game.
Led by head coach Jordan Williams, the Panthers are making their 12th trip to the State Tournament and second consecutive appearance in the Final.
Still fueled by last year’s heartbreaking loss to Weslaco — in which they gave up a six-run lead in the seventh inning and lost on a walk-off grand slam — Midway is determined to finish the job this time around.
Senior standouts Jayden Sadler (McLennan) and Harper Haas (Baylor) lead a battle-tested squad, supported by junior outfielder Camryn Carter (Northwestern State) and senior utility player Lanee Brown.
Sophomore pitcher Peyton Philipp has been dominant all year, posting a 19-2 record in the circle, while junior infielder Amaya Locke adds power and consistency at the plate.
With one team chasing history and the other seeking redemption, Saturday’s final promises to deliver high drama and elite softball on the state’s biggest stage.