Extra Inning Softball rolled out its first-ever Division Watch List series, celebrating the Class of 2026’s committed athletes across every collegiate level — NAIA, JUCO, Division III, Division II, Mid-Major, and Power 4.
Listen to our most recent team discussion breaking down the Class of 2026, along with what Class of 2027 players, parents, and coaches need to know. Listen to our team discussion on our Voices of the Field podcast by clicking HERE or select the Voices from the Field image to start the episode.
Each division highlight showcased a new group of standout athletes, honoring the work, resilience, and excellence that earned them a future roster spot.
Next, we’ll begin narrowing each list to the Top 100, Top 50, Top 25, and Top 5 — all building toward the announcement of the Extra Inning Softball Player of the Year for every division.
And don’t forget — our Signing Day Contest is open! Winners will be featured in a mini-series and may even be part of a future documentary.
Division Watch List Release Dates
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Oct. 27, 2025: NAIA–NCCAA Division Watch List
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Oct. 28, 2025: JUCO Division Watch List
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Oct. 29, 2025: Division III Watch List
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Oct. 30, 2025: Division II Watch List
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Oct. 31, 2025: Mid-Major Division Watch List
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Nov. 1, 2025: Power Four Division Watch List
Honor Your Division Selection
Following the division releases, we’ll continue narrowing the list:
Coming in 2026
The journey doesn’t stop with the fall rollout. Starting in early 2026, each Division Watch List will be narrowed to highlight the most elite players across the country:
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Jan. 27, 2026: NAIA–NCCAA Elite 100 Watch List
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Jan. 28, 2026: JUCO Elite 100 Watch List
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Jan. 29, 2026: DIII Elite 100 Watch List
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Jan. 30, 2026: DII Elite 100 Watch List
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Jan. 31, 2026: Mid-Major Elite 100 Watch List
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Feb. 1, 2026: Power 4 Elite 100 Watch List
Then, we’ll follow with deeper levels of recognition:
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Apr. 6–11, 2026: Top 50 Watch List
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Jul. 6–11, 2026: Top 25 Watch List
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Aug. 3–8, 2026: Top 5 Watch List
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Aug. 15, 2026 (Saturday): National Player of the Year Announcement
Want to Be Considered?
If your player was not included on this Watch List and would like to be considered, please email our Rankings Committee at rankings@extrainningsoftball.com.
In the subject line, please include:
Division Watch List – [Name of Division]
(Example: Division Watch List – D2)
In the body of the email, be sure to include the following information:
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Player’s full name
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College she is committed to
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Division (NAIA, NCCAA, JUCO, D3, D2, Mid-Major, Power IV)
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Primary position
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Graduation year (must be Class of 2026)
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Current travel team
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Twitter handle (if applicable)
Our team will review all submissions for upcoming Division Watch List updates and future feature opportunities with Extra Inning Softball.
Celebrating Excellence
Each athlete highlighted has already reached a milestone many young players aspire to: earning the chance to compete at the collegiate level and carry their softball journey forward.
Whether representing powerhouse Power 4 programs or making their mark in NAIA, JUCO, DIII, or mid-major divisions, the Class of 2026 reflects the grit, passion, and excellence that define our sport.
We encourage the softball community to celebrate these remarkable young women—athletes whose commitment, resilience, and purpose continue to raise the bar for what greatness looks like. View more committed news HERE! 💜🥎
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