Perfect Game - Stars Over Texas Showcase
June 21st - 22nd 2025
Pearland, TX
PG Scout: Karlie Milburn
“Houston... we have a—success.” There were no problems in Southeast Texas as 14 top-tier travel teams took on Pearland for the Stars Over Texas Scouting Showcase. The action kicked off bright and early Saturday morning, with 19 college coaches from across the country in attendance to scout rising talent. From the first pitch to the final out, the weekend delivered high-level competition, standout performances, and invaluable recruiting opportunities.
16U Division
Emily Gonzales (2028, Deer Park HS) leaving the field with an “impact” is exactly what Gonzales will do any time she hits the dirt. While her primary is a middle infielder, she knows how to utilize her range in the outfield as well. Gonzales doesn’t so much bring the size, but her game and athleticism set her apart from everyone else. Gonzalez started off the weekend with a .500 batting average with 2 singles and a triple. Hitting on the right side of the plate, she uses every inch of her 5’0 body to produce power. Her extension through the softball helps the ball fly gap to gap with some warning track power. Not only was she spraying the field, but she was also challenging her opponents on the base path with her electric speed, closing the day out with 1 stolen base. She has a great eye for the ball on defense covering the 5-6 hole with an incredible back hand and a laser throw to bases. One to watch as she gets older.
Reagan Squires (2027, Needville, TX) is a highly athletic shortstop coming out of the 2027 class. With her .500 average over the weekend, her 2 triples and 6 RBI she shows that she has the potential to be a powerhouse in the right-handed batter’s box. Squires stands nice and tall in her legs with an on-time toe tap to get her back side loaded and ready to fire through the softball. Her ability to read pitches was also impressive, lifting pitches at the knee deep to the gap and making her tough to strikeout. Being in the leadership position in the infield, Squires uses her voice at shortstop to take control. She reads the pitches that are being thrown and positions herself to gain that advantage on the plays. Her quick pre-pitch hop gives her that leg up for that first step on slappers and faster hitters. With some transfer work and throwing programs, Squires could lead a high-level infield. Athletic build could have her at either shortstop or second base.
Violet Butterfield (2027, Conroe, TX) is a 5’10 first baseman that plays for the 16u AF HTX Academy-Carlson. Butterfield, with her long extremities can be a vacuum at first base for her team. She has a perfectly timed stretch that helps her steal outs and get high throws. Butterfield is always looking for the secondary plays after that play at first. She is vocal and can clearly be heard helping her team know what the play is and where the next one is. Standing on the right side of the batter’s box in a slightly open stance, Butterfield is able to track pitches better to the outer half putting majority of her hits in the right center gap or to the right side of the field. Using more of her legs and gaining strength in the weight room, Butterfield will be a home run threat without a doubt.
Peyton Wilson (2028, Pearland, TX) is an outfielder for the TX Magic Ram 16u. Wilson is a slapper who uses her speed to her advantage by putting the ball on the ground and making the defense work. Her first step out of the box is explosive and powerful. She thrives on finding the gap having 3 singles in the first day of the tournament. Wilson has control through her feet in the beginning of her swing and with a nice flat barrel she can place on the left side of the field. Peyton showed out in the outfield, showing off her cannon of an arm. With her strong arm, she has no issue throwing runners out at any base. On top of her arm, her speed makes her capable of covering tons of ground in center field.
Mia Brown (2029 Richmond, TX) is a lightning-fast utility player who plays for Illusions Gold RTX. Brown uses her athleticism and her speed to be a versatile athlete on both offense and defense. Standing in the left-handed batter’s box, Brown is mainly a slapper who uses the “touch and go” approach to find her way on base. She has great barrel control that can place the softball on the left side of the field and put down a bunt at any time. Not only is she quick out of the box, but she is also her team’s main pinch runner taking a base almost every time she is put in. Her speed gives her a good amount of range on defense as well. She has an explosive first step towards the ball. Brown is also a Junior Olympic All-American in javelin which shows her tremendous arm strength.
Lillian Kleppelid (2029 Huntsville, TX) Kleppelid is a third baseman for Athletics Mercado Futures who plays with steady effort on both sides of the ball. At the plate, she keeps things simple with a quiet setup and showed some ability to make contact against a variety of pitches. Even when she wasn’t getting perfect pitches to hit, she made smart adjustments—fouling off tough ones and staying in the at-bat with a good two-strike approach. While she’s still developing consistency, she stayed competitive in her at-bats and showed flashes of solid barrel control, especially when making adjustments mid-count. On defense, Kleppelid brings grit, hustle and stays active every play. She’s quick to react on bunts and slow rollers and isn’t afraid to get dirty to make a stop. While still refining her footwork and glove work at third, her effort and energy are reliable, and she’s always working to stay ready for the next play.
Addisyn Rush (2029 Bryan, TX) Rush is a dynamic two-way player for Athletics Mercado Futures, making a serious impact both in the circle and in the outfield. As an incoming 8th grader, she already showcases advanced mechanics and a competitive edge well beyond her years. In the circle, Rush commands attention with a live arm and a high-level pitch mix. She consistently sits at 54–55 mph, using her fastball to establish the zone before working hitters with a sharp, late-breaking curveball and an explosive riseball that jumps through the top of the zone. Her curveball sweeps across with tight spin, making it tough on both righties and lefties, while her riseball spins true and climbs late, drawing plenty of swings and misses. She’s not afraid to challenge hitters on the inner half and shows advanced zone awareness, changing eye levels and mixing speeds with purpose. Defensively, Rush is just as valuable in the outfield. She reads balls off the bat exceptionally well and takes efficient angles to the gap, making tough plays look routine. Her arm strength and accuracy allow her to hold runners and keep pressure on the basepaths. Whether she’s gunning down runners or covering ground in deep center, she plays with energy, instincts, and a team-first mindset. Even when the good barrel didn’t fall her way at times, her presence and impact on the game never wavered. Rush is laying down a rock-solid foundation as a true all-around athlete and competitor.
Brianna Morales (2029, Houston, TX) Morales stood out with an elite offensive performance marked by power, speed, and situational awareness for SpringSpirit Merchan 14u. She hit an impressive .700, going 7 for 10 at the plate. Her swing was quick and compact through the zone, consistently producing solid, line drive contact to all fields. She showed great pitch recognition and plate discipline. Staying patient and attacking pitches she could drive. Among her 7 hits was a sharply hit double to the gap, showing off her ability to generate power and turn on the ball with authority. She also drove in 2 RBIs coming through in key scoring situations and proving to be a reliable presence in the heart of the lineup. On the base paths, Morales was aggressive and alert. Defensively, she played with great energy and intensity— always locked in and supporting her team with hustle and smart positioning. In a showcase filled with top competition, Brianna Morales showed why she’s a standout— combining physical strength, fundamental sound skill, and game awareness to deliver one of the most well rounded performances of the weekend.
Riley Loynes (2029, League City, TX) This past weekend, Riley Loynes took the field proving a point that she is a force to be reckoned with on the dirt. Delivering a stellar performance both at the plate and in the circle, Loynes played a crucial role for her team's success. Offensively, she was nearly unstoppable hitting a scorching .750 for the weekend. She went 6 for 8 at the plate, including 2 doubles, driving in 3 rbis and adding a stolen base to round out her all around offensive production. Whether setting the tone early or coming through in clutch moments she was a constant spark for her team. In the circle, Filey was equally impressive. With 6 innings pitched, she maintained a strong 2.33 ERA, giving up just two earned runs while striking out 4. Opposing batters struggled to find answers, managing only a .182 batting average against her. Her poise, command, her way of working the zone top to bottom, helped keep her team in a competitive matchup. Riley Loynes’ two way dominance this weekend highlighted her versatility, work ethic, and impact as a leader on the field. If this performance is any indication, big things are ahead for Loynes in her playing career.
Analia Deleon (2028, Alvin HS). DeLeon batted an impressive .636 collecting multiple quality at bats and finishing the weekend with all singles— a testament to her contact driven approach and ability to consistently put the ball in play. Her quick hands, balanced stance, and excellent barrel control allowed her to spray the ball to all parts of the field, keeping defenses on their toes throughout each game. Deleon did a great job working deep into each count, showing confidence and patience. She tracked pitches well and adjusted mid at bat, staying short to the ball. More than just a contact hitter, DeLeon came through in clutch moments. She was gritty and simply…kept things simple in the box, doing whatever it took to drive in 3 RBIs for her team. Her awareness at the plate and ability to execute under pressure were key contributors to her team's offensive rhythm. Analia’s performance in Pearland featured several standout moments underscored her as a technically sound, high IQ player with the kind of athletic discipline and game awareness that makes her a consistent prospect at the next level.
Some other notable performances on the weekend…
Kaycin Callaway (2028, Seabrook, TX) of the Impact Gold HTX batted .429 on the weekend. She had two doubles, two rbi’s and a walk to be a productive performer at the plate for her team.
Rylee Schweitzer (2030, Pearland, TX) of the Strykers National 2k11 hit an impressive .571 on the weekend with a triple, three RBI’s and two walks.
Aj Cavallo (2029, Needville, TX) of the Illusions Gold RTX had a great weekend at the plate. She batted an impressive .800, belting two doubles and a home run with six RBI’s.
Abigayle Stephens (2028, Victoria West HS) of the Prodigy was seeing the ball well, batting .600. She also showed off some speed with three stolen bases.
Isabella Davila (2030, Deer Park, TX) of the Texas Twelve 14U Maroon BA hit a whopping .571 on the weekend with four stolen bases.
Emma Luna (2027, Victoria, TX) of the Prodigy was stellar at the plate over the weekend. She batted an impressive .667 gathering 6 hits in 9 at bats.