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2026 Gwinnett Daily Post Softball Team Previews

From Staff Reports    August 8, 2026

Mountain View Region 8-AAAAAA

Coach: Billy Best

2025 record/playoff finish: 9-18

Returning starters: Returning starters: C/1B Emilie Pickens, Sr.; OF Calleigh Massey, Sr.; P/OF Gillian Brooks, Sr.; OF Kennedi Evans, Jr.; SS/C Peyton Patterson, Soph.; 1B/3B/OF Olivia Storey, Soph.

Other key players/newcomers: UP Isabella Vander Iest, Sr.; 2B Olivia Welborn, Sr.; INF Catherine Bradley, Sr.; 1B/P Hailey Fuston, Jr.; OF Zoie Hooper, Jr.; 3B Mira Usry, Soph.; SS Jessica Westbrooks, Fr.

Coach Best’s take: “We are excited about the new leadership taking place with the veteran players and newcomers. We are looking forward to being competitive in the region and seeing the continual growth of our players. Our goal for this upcoming season is to be competitive in every game, continue to grow and enjoy every moment.”

Volunteers NEEDED! 
Here are opportunities to help:

  • Sponsorship and Fundraising Chair

  • Concessions Chairs

  • Game Day Coordinator 

  • Special Events Chair:

    • MVAA Night/Pink Out / Teacher Appreciation / Sponsorship Night

  • Social Media Chair

  • JV Liaison: (second year JV family)

  • Field help (prior to JV and Varsity games)

  • Team Bonding Chair

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