Grinding Hard in the Southwest!
At Extra Inning Softball, we’re launching a new year-round initiative to spotlight top talent nationwide. Today, we’ll recognize All-Region First and Second Teams by graduating class—expanding our once-a-year honors into consistent coverage.
We’re kicking things off with the Class of 2026 Southwest Region First and Second Teams, celebrating standout athletes setting the bar in their class and region.
New Extra Inning Softball Graphics
Extra Inning Softball is proud to offer a new lineup of custom graphics designed to recognize athletes honored through our rankings, awards, and features. Whether it’s a Rising Stars selection, national ranking, Player of the Week, commitment announcement, or MaxPreps/EIS award, each graphic is professionally designed and formatted for seamless sharing across social media platforms. Order HERE!
Extra Inning Softball Apparel!
Parents, celebrate your athlete’s success with exclusive Extra Inning Softball gear! Check out our unbeatable prices on stylish apparel, equipment, and more. We’ve got a variety of gear for every fastpitch fan—from custom player apparel to fun softball lifestyle items —available now in our Online Store!
What’s Next for the Class of 2026?
Extra Inning Softball has some exciting announcements on the way for the Class of 2026—and trust us, you won’t want to miss them. We’ll be revealing major updates over the next few weeks, so stay tuned and make sure you’re following along!
Level Up Your Training with The Drill Zone
Check out The Drill Zone, which features skill videos led by our Commit Crew, coaches, Extra Impact Ambassadors, and top-ranked Extra Elite 100 players. The Drill Zone was designed to help fastpitch athletes elevate their game.
Region Honors Matter
Being named to a Region First or Second Team can boost a player’s visibility for elite club opportunities. For example, events like the Alliance Fastpitch All-Star Game feature top regional club talent from across the country.
​The USA Softball High Performance Program offers regional identifiers across the country, providing athletes with opportunities to showcase their skills and advance toward national team selection.
New Content Content Descriptions Trending & New Features Trending & Feature Descriptions Extra Inning Softball Influencers Hear from top-ranked athletes from the Extra Elite 100 as they share their journey as an author of their own story. TRENDING NEWS: The Evolution of Rankings Bonnie Holland, CEO of Extra Inning Softball shares the inside scoop on the controversial topic of rankings & shares improvements to content. Commit Crew Meet our EIS Commit Crew as they share tips, drills, and advie on player development. Coaches Endorse New Rankings Software Learn more about Extra Inning Softball's new cutting-edge sofware which has been met with excitement and anticipation across the country. Sports Performance Cutting-edge content on speed training, mobility, and strength training. TRENDING NEWS: Introducing the Commit Crew Hear directly from committed players heading to powerhouse programs. They share drills, advice and tips on player development. Hitting/Offense Tips Led by experts who dive deep into strategies and drills to elevate offensive skills. Drill Zone: Watch dozens of video drills demonstrated by elite athletes and D1 commits from all over the country. Mental Health Success starts with mindset and we're here to support athletes every step of the way! STORE Your one-stop shop for stylish apparel, including unique styles created especially for Extra Elite 100 players. Overcoming Adversity Tips on recovery and resilience, reaturing inspiring stories from players who have faced hard times. Committed Players/Master Verbal Database Committed players share their journey and will be highlighted by Extra Inning Softball and added to our Master Verbal Database. PODCAST Hosted by D1 athlete Katie Lively as she tackles hot topics. Dugout Discussion Polls Weigh in on hot topics in the softball world. Results will be discussed in our exclusive interviews and podcast.
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