The spring softball season is in full swing across SouthCoast, and the first full week of action delivered some incredible individual performances. From dominant pitching to explosive hitting, local high school athletes are already setting a high bar for the year.
Now, it's your turn to decide who stood out the most. We've compiled the top candidates from Apponequet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, GNB Voc-Tech, New Bedford, and Old Rochester for the Softball Player of the Week honors covering March 25 through April 5.
Apponequet's Ava Suneson started strong with a double and a stolen base in a win over Middleboro, while teammate Lily Taylor was a force on both sides of the ball, racking up 12 strikeouts and adding an RBI double. Old Rochester's Maddie Pierce had a week to remember, firing a one-run gem with six strikeouts and then powering her own offense with a two-run homer and six total RBIs against Dartmouth.
The bats were hot for GNB Voc-Tech, highlighted by Koralie Furtado's three hits and two RBIs, and Arianna Zangao's clutch three-RBI performance. New Bedford's Kaysie Caffrey launched a three-run homer, and Fairhaven's Skylar Vazquez showcased her two-way talent, hitting a home run and striking out 17 batters across two complete games in the circle.
These athletes represent the heart and competitive spirit of SouthCoast softball. Who had the most impactful week? Cast your vote below to help crown the Player of the Week. Remember, every swing, every pitch, and every play counts. Make your voice heard before voting closes at 8 p.m. on Sunday, April 12.