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EXTRA ELITE SPOTLIGHT: BRIELLE TEXADA
Uncommitted UT Brielle Texada, #62 in the 2026 Extra Elite 100, recently talked to Extra Inning Softball about Texas Riptide 14U, HitTrax, PGF Nationals, Bombers Exposure Weekend, Texas Riptide, college coach, great mentor, David Fletcher, Drake, no TV and art.
EXTRA ELITE SPOTLIGHT Q&A
Name: Brielle Texada
Hometown: Alexandria, LA
High School: Alexandria Senior High
Club Team: Texas Riptide 14U
Graduation Year: 2026
Height: 5-foot-8
Position: UT
Nickname: Diesel
Twitter: @TexadaBrielle
Honors: #62 in the 2026 Extra Elite 100; Brame Junior High Softball MVP (2021-2022); All-Alliance Super Cup Team; Honor Roll; and USSSA Select 30 invitee.
Travel ball Stats: 35 home runs in the last year, .429 AVG, and .750 AVG (summer league).
Tell us about your travel team/organization and how you became involved with them? I was invited to a Texas Riptide workout. I was very impressed with their large indoor facility and outdoor-turf practice field. I was drawn to Coach Sam Cambell’s coaching philosophy and enjoyed competing and working out with some of the best softball players in the country, iron sharpens iron. The Texas Riptide coaches, players and parents gave such a warm welcome (to) me and my sister. I’m looking forward to playing for this organization, coaches, super athletic and skilled players.
Do you have any suggestions for training methods or apps and why? I have daily’s that I do 5-6 days a week along with many reps to keep me ahead of the competition. I know playing against the best club players and teams the work has to be done. I hit with HitTrax to make sure my swing stays in tact.
Can you tell us about your experience at PGF Nationals this summer? My experience playing in the PGF Nationals was a great experience. I enjoyed playing against many talented West Coast players and teams. Also, I got a chance to catch up with pass teammates, coaches and friends.
What was your favorite fall tournament/event and why? The Bombers Exposure (Weekend). I got a chance to see many college coaches that I watch on TV evaluate players.
Which player/team was your toughest opponent and why? Texas Riptide was a tough opponent. They have several 5-tool players, power hitters and great coaching. You have to bring your A game.
What areas are you interested in future occupations and why? My future plan is to be a collegiate coach. If you are doing something you love, it’s not a job.
What are you looking for in a future college? I’m looking for a college where education will be a priority and the program has a successful graduation rate. I want to play for a coach who is a great example and mentor to their players.
Who is your sports hero and why? David Fletcher (California Angels) He is a competitor!
What’s the best hype song and why? “Going Bad” by Drake. I like the part when Drake says “running on diesel” it gets me hype.
What’s your favorite TV show to binge and why? I don’t watch a lot of TV.
Do you have a secret talent/skill? I am an artist and love to draw and paint. I have a lot of art work.
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