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Top 2029 Prospects To Watch In Nevada

Top 2029 Prospects To Watch In Nevada
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Michaela Carter
Michaela Carter January 15, 2026 @ 09:00 AM
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Loa Duarte
Loa Duarte RHP/SS | 2029
NV
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nevada's 2029 class is emerging as a highly intriguing group of young talent. This class contains players with competitiveness, versatility, and a strong softball IQ. It features athletic infielders and outfielders, power hitters, and pitchers demonstrating advanced command.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These players combine strong production with the instincts and work ethic needed to succeed at the next level. As they continue to develop, this group is poised to keep Nevada on the map in the softball world in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, Prep Softball highlights the top prospects to watch from Nevada in the high school graduating class of 2029.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155351,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Loa Duarte","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"23","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Athletics Mercado Spinner 16U","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961459dee3e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Loa Duarte is an up-and-coming shortstop and pitcher in the 2029 class. She is a proud member of the Athletics Mercado Spinner 16U team. Her rapid development is evident in her pitching velocity and her fundamental skills in the infield. Last season, she hit .366 with a .561 slugging percentage, highlighted by a home run and multiple extra-base hits. Her hitting abilities are truly starting to flourish as she continues to develop as a player. Defensively, she is a reliable shortstop and a strong presence on the field overall. Loa Duarte's impressive performances are catching the attention of college coaches. Her continuous improvement and versatility make her a standout prospect to watch in the coming months and years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155508,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Samantha Johnson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"19","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Lil Rebels Martinezjunco","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961459dee2ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Samantha Johnson is a reliable pitcher for Lil Rebels Martinezjunco, and is known for her strong focus on the game. In addition to her pitching skills, she excels as a utility player, demonstrating great versatility on the field. Johnson demonstrates strong composure in the pitching circle and has the best ERA on her team, reflecting her consistency and ability to execute under pressure. She has become one of her team's go-to starters in tournament play thanks to her quick tempo, confident presence, and versatility in the circle. Samantha Johnson continues to establish herself as a dependable option in high-pressure situations. She sets a steady tone for her teammates when it matters most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155509,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jaycie Hayes ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"19","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"LV Blast 2011","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961bcd888a9e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaycie Hayes is a 2029 USA Softball All-American and right-handed pitcher for LV Blast 2011, who pairs strong ability with an elite competitive mindset. As a student with a 4.0 GPA, she shows discipline and focus both in the classroom and in the circle. Hayes commands the strike zone well, works with confidence, and thrives in high-pressure situations, consistently wanting the ball in her hand when the game is on the line. Offensively, she adds value as a left-handed hitter who brings power and speed to the lineup. Hayes is known for her coachability, support of her teammates, and commitment to getting better every time she steps onto the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155510,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Delaney Moore","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"19","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Lil Rebels Martinezjunco ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961459dee35e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Delaney Moore is a standout two-way player for Lil Rebels Martinezjunco, making her mark on both offense and defense. A true competitor who rarely wants to leave the field, Moore brings a tough presence in the circle, where she keeps hitters off balance with a change of speeds between her fastball and changeup. When she is not in the circle, she anchors third base with a steady glove and strong instincts. Offensively, a few weeks ago, she showcased her talent by hitting .500 with three doubles, one home run, and five RBIs. Delaney Moore demonstrates exceptional ability on both ends of the game, consistently impacting outcomes and establishing herself as a player to watch as she continues to grow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155512,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Trinity Scott","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"19","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Athletics Mercado Spinner","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961459dee465"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Trinity Scott is a right-handed pitcher and first baseman who brings high-level performance to the field. In the circle, she features an impressive curveball and a deceptive changeup. Those pitches kept hitters off balance all season and resulted in over 100 strikeouts. Her dominance was also highlighted by two no-hitters, including one against an 18U team, showcasing her ability to compete beyond her age group. With her combination of coachability and competitive drive, Trinity Scott enters her freshman year with strong momentum and continues to build confidence against advanced competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":155513,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Amelia McClerkin ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"28","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"LV Blast 2011 ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6961bcd888c33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Amelia McClerkin is a speedy 2029 outfielder for LV Blast 2011, bringing nonstop energy and athleticism to the field. Her speed stands out immediately, and she loves making big plays that shift the game's momentum into her team's favor. McClerkin is the player who is cheering the loudest in the dugout, hustling to every ball on defense, and lifting up her teammates in every moment of the game. Offensively, she pairs power with speed at the plate, creating pressure on opposing defenses. She is dedicated to growth, continually improving both on and off the field, including in the weight room. With her team-first mindset, positivity, and relentless energy, Amelia McClerkin is a true sparkplug and leader for her squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Nevada's 2029 class is emerging as a highly intriguing group of young talent. This class contains players with competitiveness, versatility, and a strong softball IQ. It features athletic infielders and outfielders, power hitters, and pitchers demonstrating advanced command.

Loa Duarte

Loa Duarte

POS SS
CLASS 2029

Loa Duarte

Club: Athletics Mercado Spinner 16U
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Samantha Johnson

Samantha Johnson

POS RHP
CLASS 2029

Samantha Johnson

Club: Lil Rebels Martinezjunco
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Jaycie Hayes

Jaycie Hayes

POS RHP
CLASS

Jaycie Hayes

Club: LV Blast 2011
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Delaney Moore

Delaney Moore

POS RHP
CLASS 2029

Delaney Moore

Club: Lil Rebels Martinezjunco
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Trinity Scott

Trinity Scott

POS RHP
CLASS 2029

Trinity Scott

Club: Athletics Mercado Spinner
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Amelia McClerkin

Amelia McClerkin

POS OF
CLASS 2029

Amelia McClerkin

Club: LV Blast 2011
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