Alabama ranked No. 13 in Softball America’s preseason rankings
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The national spotlight is nothing new for the Alabama softball program but there’s still a little boost that comes from being recognized before a season even begins.
The Crimson Tide has reloaded its roster after making the Super Regional round for the 19th time in the last 20 seasons but eventually falling just short of the Women’s College World Series last season.
Alabama officially came in at No. 13 in the preseason rankings from Softball America. The Tide was one of 13 SEC teams to make the top 25.
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The Crimson Tide is bringing in the No. 7 recruiting class in the country, according to On3. The class includes five 4-star recruits + is headlined by 5-star pitcher Victoria Moten from Daphne.
Softball America listed Moten, Gerritt Griggs and Kaitlyn Pallozzi on their preseason freshman watchlist.
The returning talent is also a key reason Alabama is back in the top 15 to start the year. Audrey Vandagriff was listed as the No. 3 outfielder and the No. 17 overall player in the country + a first-team all-American by Softball America.
Pitcher Jocelyn Briski is also back, expecting to anchor the Tide’s pitching staff in 2026.
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