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Portland Cascade Signs Arizona State Pitcher Kenzie Brown

AUSL Portland Cascade May 29, 2026 - The Portland Cascade have officially signed right-handed pitcher Kenzie Brown after selecting the Arizona State standout in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League College Draft. Brown arrives in Portland following another dominant season in the circle for the Sun Devils, continuing one of the most productive pitching runs in the country over the last two years. Arizona State's season came to an end in the Austin Super Regional, where the Sun Devils fell to Texas in Game 3. Brown finished the 2026 season with an 18... Full Story

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Bandits Ink Jocelyn Erickson to Rookie Contract

AUSL Chicago Bandits May 29, 2026 - Florida Gators catcher Jocelyn Erickson signed with the Chicago Bandits on Friday. Erickson was the team's first selection in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League College Draft. Erickson has been the mainstay for the Florida Gators for three seasons. Her well-rounded skills earned her the 2024 NFCA Division I Player of the Year award and SEC Player of the Year. Erickson's senior season was her best yet offensively, logging a .400 average, .810 slugging percentage, and .518 on-base percentage in her 63 starts. She w... Full Story

Lyndsey Grein, Elon Butler Join Rosters on Reserve Assignments

AUSL May 29, 2026 - Two Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) Reserve Pool athletes have joined AUSL teams ahead of the 2026 season. The Reserve Pool is available for teams to fill roster gaps when needed, whether due to injuries or other absences. Reserve Pool athletes can be called up, compete, and earn full-time roster spots throughout the season. The latest transactions are below: Chicago Bandits Elon Butler - Utility Oklahoma City Spark Lyndsey Grein - Right-Handed Pitcher Butler joins the Chicago Bandits on a rese... Full Story

Volts Sign Georgia Outfielder Jaydyn Goodwin

AUSL Texas Volts May 29, 2026 - The Texas Volts signed Jaydyn Goodwin for the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League season. Goodwin was a four-year starter at the University of Georgia. She primarily played left field but also had starts in the infield and as a designated player. She recorded a career fielding percentage of .983, and her offensive numbers grew every season. In her final run with the Bulldogs, Goodwin put up her best numbers with a .404 average, .441 on-base percentage, and .682 slugging percentage. She led the team in hits (80). "W... Full Story

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