Top 2028 Prospects To Watch In Connecticut

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Despite the cold winters and relative lack of national recognition, New England is filled with youth softball talent. And much of that talent comes from Connecticut and its 2028 class of up-and-coming softball stars.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, Prep Softball highlights some of the top softball players from Connecticut in the high school graduating class of 2028.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["101086"],"_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":103103,"_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-67993095ea9c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='101086' first='Emily' last='Speringo'] is a multi-talented athlete from Joseph A. Foran High School in Milford, Connecticut, excelling in both softball and volleyball. As a member of the Softball U CT 14U team, she has twice competed in the Little League Softball World Series, showcasing her skills as a catcher and third baseman, and wearing jersey number 24. Her dedication to academics is evident with a 4.3 GPA. In volleyball, Emily was recognized as an All-American in 2024. Her athletic achievements, combined with her academic excellence, make Emily a standout student-athlete with a promising future ahead.</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":103099,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Nina Gross","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_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":"Sheehan","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"CT Charmers Gold 18U","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"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-67993c0e18cfd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nina Gross is a rising softball star from Wallingford, Connecticut, who showcases her right-handed batting and throwing abilities on the diamond. Known for her dedication and work ethic, Nina reached a personal-best pitching speed of 63 mph during winter training and has demonstrated her commitment to improvement by practicing long toss in challenging conditions. Her development has been further bolstered by her participation in elite softball camps, including those hosted by UConn and UMass. Those experiences allowed her to train under collegiate coaches, enhancing her skills and gaining valuable insights. In addition to her athletic accomplishments, Nina maintains a strong academic performance with a 3.8 GPA, highlighting her discipline and drive. With her talent and passion, Nina is poised for a promising future in softball.</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":103100,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Lucy Biasotti","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_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":"St. Luke's School ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"CT Chargers 14U Gold","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"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-67993c0e18d93"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lucy Biasotti is a talented young softball player from Connecticut, set to graduate in 2028. Representing St. Luke's School and the CT Charmers 14U Gold team, Lucy showcases her skills as a right-handed pitcher, first baseman, and outfielder. With a current pitching velocity of 58 mph and a .400 batting average, she has already established herself as a formidable presence on the field. Despite her young age, Lucy's potential is evident in her consistent performance and ability to excel in high-pressure situations. Her dedication to training and passion for improvement suggest that an incredibly bright future is ahead of her. In addition to her softball achievements, Lucy is a multi-sport athlete who also excels in downhill skiing and volleyball. With her impressive stats and drive, Lucy is poised to become a star as she continues to develop her game.</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":103101,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mary Saunders","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_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_team":"RI Thunder Gold 14U National Lieto/Lotti ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"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-67993c0e18e3f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mary Saunders is an emerging softball talent from Connecticut. She plays for the Rhode Island Thunder Gold 14U Lieto team, contributing both as a pitcher and hitter. Recently, Mary helped her team secure first place in a New Jersey tournament, showcasing her tremendous pitching skills and offensive contributions. Over the course of a demanding club season, Mary played 119 games, culminating in a 17th-place finish out of 80 teams at PGF Nationals. This extensive experience has been instrumental in Mary's development as a softball player. Mary's dedication to the sport and her continuous growth on the field underscore her potential as a rising star in the softball community.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->