2026 Pellissippi State Softball Season Preview

As the 2026 season goes underway, the revamped Pellissippi State softball team is looking to make some noise. Head Coach Meredith Smith gave us some insight on what to expect for the upcoming season. Coach points to Jenna Hagee, 1B, and Kate Stevens, CF to make a significant impact as returning players in the lineup. Along with our returning players, we have newcomers expected to make regular appearances in the lineup. Those include Brooke Million, Pitcher, Savanna Melo, utility, Avery Haymans, SS, and EK Schneider, OF/C. In the offseason, the Panthers focused on creating a competitive environment. Coach Smith emphasized the need to outwork the competition, and she says the team have really come together to push each other forward. Coach Smith and the Panthers are focused, taking one game at a time, and expecting to win every pitch.