2029 Recap: Rankings, Hitters & Honor Roll

Rankings & Honors Recap

The Class has quickly proven to be one of the most talented and well-rounded groups in fastpitch softball. Over the past few months, Extra Inning Softball has covered their achievements on the field and in the classroom.

This year’s coverage featured the Regional and National Position Rankings, the Regional Top 75 Hitters, the Extra Elite 100 Hitters Hotlist, and the fan-voted Fastpitch Fan Pick. We also honored academic standouts through our National Honor Roll.

This recap highlights the rankings, awards, and accomplishments that make the Class one of the most exciting classes in the game today.

The Class Positional Rankings

The Class is loaded with elite positional talent, featuring athletes who are raising the bar at every level. These rankings recognize the top players by position across both regional and national lists.

Ranking Breakdown:
Each positional ranking release is organized in groups of five, making it easy to follow and track the top rising stars.

• Regional Position Rankings

National: Extra Elite 100 Rankings

• #100-96 Positional Rankings

• #95-91 Positional Rankings

• #90-86 Positional Rankings

• #85-81 Positional Rankings

• #80-76 Positional Rankings

• #75-71 Positional Rankings

• #70-66 Positional Rankings

• #65-61 Positional Rankings

• #60-56 Positional Rankings

• #55-51 Positional Rankings

• #50-46 Positional Rankings

• #45-41 Positional Rankings

• #40-36 Positional Rankings

• #35-31 Positional Rankings

• #30-26 Positional Rankings

• #25-21 Positional Rankings

• #20-16 Positional Rankings

• #15-11 Positional Rankings

• #10-6 Positional Rankings

• #5-1 Positional Rankings

National: Extra Select and Prospect Rankings

• Extra Select: 200-101
• Extra Prospect: 300-201

These rankings provide a fast, organized way for fans, coaches, and athletes to follow the top positional talent in the Class.

Fastpitch Fan Pick Results

This year, Extra Inning Softball added the Fastpitch Fan Pick, allowing the softball community to vote on the Top 5 players at each position. For three days, fans watched video highlights and cast their votes on our Dugout Discussion Polls page.

Click HERE to see the results!

Regional & National Hitter Standouts

The Class is filled with hitters who continue to make an impact at both the regional and national levels. This year’s Regional Top 75 Hitter Standouts and Extra Elite 100 Hitters Hotlist recognize the top offensive performers across the country.

For athletes looking to improve their skills at the plate, visit our Hitting & Offense Tips section for expert advice and proven drills.

Power Hitters & Hitters Hotlist Rankings:

• Regional Top 75 Hitter Standouts
• Extra Elite 100 Hitters Hotlist

These rankings recognize the most dynamic offensive threats in the Class of 2029 and highlight players to watch as they continue to develop.

Academic Excellence: Leaders in the Classroom

The Class isn’t just excelling on the field—they are proving their dedication in the classroom as well. Extra Inning Softball’s Academic Honor Roll recognizes student-athletes who have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or higher while balancing the demands of competitive softball.

Academic Honor Roll Rankings:

• Distinguished Prospects (3.5-3.74 GPA)
• Select Achievers (3.75-3.99 GPA)
• Elite Scholars (4.0+ GPA)

These rankings celebrate the commitment, discipline, and hard work that these athletes demonstrate both on and off the field.

COMING SOON: The 1st and 2nd Team selections will be released in July 2025. These teams will recognize the standout athletes who earned their place through talent, hard work, and dedication. Stay tuned for release dates and more information.

Why This Year’s Rankings Are More Accurate Than Ever

Extra Inning Softball is proud to introduce revamped ranking software that ensures fairness, precision, and transparency. This cutting-edge technology elevates the rankings, making them the most reliable in fastpitch history.

Don’t take our word for it! Watch our exclusive interview with CEO Bonnie Holland, who shares the evolution of our ranking system from its inception to now.

Congratulations to the Class of 2029

The Class of 2029 continues to raise the bar in fastpitch softball—on the field, in the dugout, and in the classroom. These athletes are setting new standards with their performance, leadership, and dedication.

Congratulations to every player recognized in this year’s rankings. Keep working, keep growing, and continue making the softball community proud. The future is bright for the Class of 2029.

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