2029 Prospects Who Could Generate More Buzz This Fall

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the focus of most college softball coaches is currently on the 2028 class with September 1 quickly approaching, the 2029 class is soon poised for its moment in the sun. And this fall marks an inflection point in the recruiting journey of current sophomores in the 2029 class. With plenty of opportunities ahead in the coming months to play in front of college coaches, 2029 prospects are ready to shine.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, Prep Softball highlights five prospects from the high school class of 2029 who could generate more recruiting buzz this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["181472"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":183790,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8463df2f45c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kehl Geddings from Michigan is a talented right-handed pitcher and utility player in the 2029 class. She attends&nbsp;Kalamazoo Christian in Michigan, where she maintains a 4.0 GPA and performs impressively on the softball field as well. Geddings competes on the club softball circuit for Elite Select Softball 15U, where she stars in the circle and across the field at various defensive positions. While she recently underwent elbow surgery and is now recovering, the versatility and true athleticism Geddings possesses should not be overlooked.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["182914"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":183791,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8463df2f512"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maggie Clutts from Illinois is an impressive prospect in the 2029 class. The 5'7" utility player attends Goreville High School, where she holds a 4.0 GPA, and also plays club softball for Top Gun 29/30 IL. During her freshman season at Goreville, Clutts was a 2026 All-Conference co-MVP, All-South and SI Select selection, and a First-Team All-State honoree. Clutts has impressive power to drive the ball all over the field and has already attended multiple college camps and clinics to aid in her recruiting process and off-the-field skill development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["181722"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":183792,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8463df2f5df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Riley Drake from Kentucky is an impressive middle infielder and outfielder in the class of 2029. The speedy Drake attends Woodford County High School and plays club softball at a high level for Racers 14U. She calls second base her primary position, but with the type of adaptability and athleticism she has on the softball diamond, Drake could likely fill any role that is asked of her, both now and in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["183012"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":183793,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8463df2f672"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hailing from California and standing at 5'4", Madi Hughes is a standout prospect in the 2029 class. Both a middle infielder and a third baseman, Hughes can get things done in a big way for her teams in the infield. She attends Buchanan High School, where she maintains a 4.0 GPA, and competes on the club softball circuit with Universal Fastpitch Giosa. Hughes, who has extra-base power and an athletic build, recently attended camp at the University of San Diego.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["183098"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":183795,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8463df2f702"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Laney Hanson from Oklahoma is the complete package in the 2029 class. Standing at an athletic 5'6", Hanson plays center field and in the middle infield for her squads. She attends Broken Arrow High School and plays travel softball for Oklahoma Athletics National 18U Burnett. Playing up at the 18U level in summer ball, Hanson posted impressive numbers, including a .400 batting average, a .457 OBP, a .952 OPS, and 20 stolen bases. The right-handed thrower and left-handed batter was selected as a Region 5 USA All-American.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->