Under-The-Radar New York 2028s Poised To Break Out

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Empire State's class of 2028 is beginning to show its depth across the state, as young athletes transition into high school varsity competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From emerging power hitters to developing pitchers gaining experience in the circle, several 2028 prospects are already producing measurable results early in their high school careers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, Prep Softball highlights&nbsp;under-the-radar New York prospects from the class of 2028 who are poised to break out this high school season.</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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Nadia Cho","_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":"5'3u0022","_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":"Plainview Old Bethpage JFK","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Long Island Pride 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-69ab518d4d59f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nadia Cho has developed into a versatile two-way contributor early in her high school career. The right-handed pitcher features a&nbsp;54-mph fastball and a deep pitch mix that includes a curve, drop curve, screwball and changeup, allowing her to challenge hitters with both movement and location.&nbsp;During her 2025 summer competition, Cho posted a&nbsp;2.90 ERA with 68 strikeouts across 85.1 innings, while also contributing offensively with a&nbsp;.314 batting average and an .831 OPS.&nbsp;Her ability to generate swings and misses in the circle while maintaining consistent contact at the plate highlights her value. Defensively, Cho also brings strong versatility to the field, primarily playing third base, where her quick reactions and&nbsp;56-mph arm strength across the infield&nbsp;help her handle bunts and hard-hit balls.&nbsp;&nbsp;</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":157774,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Madi Miller","_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":"28","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Harrison","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Empire State Huskies 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-69ab1c853d011"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Madi Miller has produced strong two-way results early in her varsity career at Harrison High School. Across two varsity seasons, the 2028 prospect has compiled a .412 batting average with 54 hits, 48 runs scored, and 35 RBIs in 131 at-bats, while adding 10 doubles and a .970 OPS at the plate. In the circle, Miller has also logged 128 innings with a 2.19 ERA, 105 strikeouts, and 15 wins, ranking among the top pitchers in New York in victories. Her ability to contribute both offensively and in the circle has made her a key piece for Harrison as one of the more productive young players in the state's 2028 class.  </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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Grace Bertone-Nicotra","_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":"20","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Christian Brothers Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"NY Stars 18U Prong","_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-69ab2a9500c4e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grace Bertone-Nicotra has delivered consistent offensive production early in her varsity career at Christian Brothers Academy. During the 2025 season as a freshman, she compiled a .404 batting average with a .673 slugging percentage, recording 21 hits and 24 RBIs in 52 at-bats. She grabbed extra bases with five doubles, three triples, and a home run, highlighting her ability to generate power, while also maintaining strong contact at the plate. Bertone-Nicotra also demonstrated plate discipline with seven walks and three hit-by-pitches, while adding five stolen bases. Across her first varsity seasons, Bertone-Nicotra has totaled 45 hits, 35 RBIs, and a .425 career batting average.</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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Aubree Turk","_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":"21","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Camden","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_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-69ab518d4d4fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aubree Turk delivered an impressive offensive performance during her freshman varsity season, producing consistent contact and run production throughout the year. During the 2025 campaign, Turk hit .441 with 26 hits and 13 RBIs in 59 at-bats, while posting a .593 slugging percentage. Her hits included four doubles and two triples, while she also showed patience at the plate with 12 walks. Turk consistently found ways to impact the game offensively, scoring 25 runs and adding five stolen bases on the year, showing impressive promise for the seasons to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["104895"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","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-69ab31e465a63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='104895' first='Kennedy' last='Harmatuk'] has emerged as a speed-oriented offensive contributor early in her varsity career. During the 2025 season, Harmatuk hit .394 with 13 hits and 18 runs scored in 33 at-bats, while posting a .485 slugging percentage. Her offensive production included three doubles, while she also demonstrated a strong eye at the plate with 12 walks and two hit-by-pitches. Harmatuk consistently created opportunities on the basepaths, finishing the season with eight stolen bases and frequently applying pressure to opposing defenses. Across her first two varsity campaigns, Harmatuk has compiled 20 hits, 35 runs scored, and 20 stolen bases, while maintaining a .323 career batting average. Her ability to reach base, generate runs, and utilize her speed makes her a promising prospect within New York's 2028 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["105256"],"_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":157913,"_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-69ab5778652f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='105256' first='Delaney' last='Buttles'] has emerged as a versatile defensive contributor early on in her high school career, bringing experience both behind the plate and in the middle infield to her teams. The sophomore competes for Rush-Henrietta, while also playing travel ball with Starz Gold Buttles 16U, where she has gained exposure in competitive tournament play. Buttles' defensive flexibility allows her to impact the game at multiple positions, while her developing offensive approach continues to improve against high-level competition. Her ability to handle catching duties, while also contributing in the infield, highlights her athleticism and versatility on the diamond. Off the field, Buttles maintains a 4.0 GPA, demonstrating discipline and academic commitment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->