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2025-26 Pearland Softball
THE STANDARD LIVES: No. 13 Pearland stands as a traditional superpower
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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DIGGING DEEP: No. 10 Pearland is equipped with serious postseason potential
No. 10 -- PEARLAND OILERS
The Oilers return to the hardwood following what was arguably their strongest district showing of the decade — a 14-2 run through 22-6A play that landed them just behind Shadow Creek in the standings.
Their postseason stay ended sooner than hoped, falling to Ridge Point in a 56-54 heartbreaker, but the 20-win campaign underscored the program’s upward trajectory under third-year head coach Delrick Brown. Given the number of routine playmakers returning, Pearland approaches the new season with both confidence and continuity.
Seniors Byron Bibbs and Devan Brown — a pair of first-team, all-district standouts — set the tone on both ends of the court, blending scoring punch with veteran composure. In the paint, Avin Glover brings a bruising interior presence and second-team recognition to match.
Aside from the senior headliners, junior Mikael Harlan and sophomore Tyylon Ennis inject athleticism and tempo into the backcourt, giving the Oilers plenty of upside that should make them a dangerous draw in District 22-6A and beyond.
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