Every recruiting cycle develops its own identity, but the Class of 2027 stands out for balance, polish, and measurable impact across the field. Using Extra Inning Softball’s evaluation data, we reviewed the Top 10 athletes at each position to identify the true standards that defined this year’s elite performers. These are the numbers college coaches study. These are the benchmarks every rising athlete in the 2027 class will compare themselves to.
Below is a complete positional breakdown—pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders—using average stats from the Top 10 athletes in each category. This report reveals what “elite” really looked like in 2027.
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