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Maddie Watson Talks Life After Committing to Southern Miss

  • July 25, 2025
Southern Miss commit Maddie Watson gets set in the batter’s box during a summer showcase tournament.
Southern Miss commit Maddie Watson gets set in the batter’s box during a summer showcase tournament.

Maddie Watson on Growth After Committing

Katie Lively: Extra Inning Softball -Communications DirectorKatie Lively
August 3, 2025 | 6:00PM ET

For Maddie Watson, committing to Southern Miss didn’t mark the end of her journey—it gave her the freedom to enjoy the ride. 

The Oak Forest Academy standout from Fluker, Louisiana, is a 2025 centerfielder for Impact Gold National Wilmore, and this summer she’s been playing with a fresh mindset. Instead of worrying about who’s watching or what offers may come, she’s able to play for the reason she started softball in the first place: because she loves it. 

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