The USA Today Super 25 high school softball rankings for April 28 have been released, showcasing top teams across the nation. Notable performances include New Albany's Jules Riley and Gahanna's Amira Evans.
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USA Today Super 25 high school softball rankings released
New Albany's Jules Riley steals second base
Gahanna's Amira Evans applies the tag
Gahanna coach Matt Bailey interacts with players
Rankings highlight top teams in the nation
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New Albany’s Jules Riley steals second base before Gahanna’s Amira Evans applies the tag April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna coach Matt Bailey chats with the Lions on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Bella Costa fields a ball at first base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Lauren Guthrie and coach Matt Bailey share a moment during Guthrie’s home run trot April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Presley Shearer rounds third and heads for home April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Q&A
What are the top teams in the USA Today Super 25 high school softball rankings for April 28?
The rankings feature various high-performing teams, including New Albany and Gahanna.
Who is Jules Riley and what did she achieve in the recent softball games?
Jules Riley is a player from New Albany who recently made headlines for her performance, including stealing bases.
What notable events occurred during the April 20, 2026, game between New Albany and Gahanna?
During the game, Jules Riley stole second base while Gahanna's Amira Evans attempted to tag her.
Who is the coach of Gahanna's softball team?
The coach of Gahanna's softball team is Matt Bailey.
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Gahanna’s Kira Bailey hustles home and scores April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Bella Costa (8) celebrates a run April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Zoe Oakleaf singles to right field April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Marielle LaVoie slides safely into third base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Bella Dues (right) and Marielle LaVoie celebrate a run scored April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Lauren Guthrie makes contact April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Jules Riley reaches first base before Gahanna’s Amira Evans can make the putout April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna coach Matt Bailey questions a call from umpire Kirby Carder on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Zoe Oakleaf has some fun with third base coach Megan Crager on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Kira Bailey hustles toward third base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
Gahanna’s Ella Carlson acknowledges first base coach Caroline Heller following her eventual game-winning hit April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany coach Craig Gramlich talks to his team April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
New Albany’s Jules Riley and assistant coach Megan Crager have some fun April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany’s Jules Riley steals second base before Gahanna’s Amira Evans applies the tag April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany’s Jules Riley steals second base before Gahanna’s Amira Evans applies the tag April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna coach Matt Bailey chats with the Lions on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Bella Costa fields a ball at first base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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See highlights from Gahanna's win over New Albany in OHSAA softball
Gahanna’s Lauren Guthrie and coach Matt Bailey share a moment during Guthrie’s home run trot April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Presley Shearer rounds third and heads for home April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Kira Bailey hustles home and scores April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Bella Costa (8) celebrates a run April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany’s Zoe Oakleaf singles to right field April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany’s Marielle LaVoie slides safely into third base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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See highlights from Gahanna's win over New Albany in OHSAA softball
New Albany’s Bella Dues (right) and Marielle LaVoie celebrate a run scored April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Lauren Guthrie makes contact April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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See highlights from Gahanna's win over New Albany in OHSAA softball
New Albany’s Jules Riley reaches first base before Gahanna’s Amira Evans can make the putout April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna coach Matt Bailey questions a call from umpire Kirby Carder on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany’s Zoe Oakleaf has some fun with third base coach Megan Crager on April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Kira Bailey hustles toward third base April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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Gahanna’s Ella Carlson acknowledges first base coach Caroline Heller following her eventual game-winning hit April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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New Albany coach Craig Gramlich talks to his team April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
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See highlights from Gahanna's win over New Albany in OHSAA softball
New Albany’s Jules Riley and assistant coach Megan Crager have some fun April 20, 2026, at Gahanna. (photo by John Hulkenberg)
This is the second 2026 regular-season USA Today Co. Ohio High School Super 25 poll for softball, featuring voters from across the state. The Ohio Super 25 ranks the teams sportswriters believe are the state's 25 best, regardless of division.
The Ohio Super 25 softball poll is conducted during the regular season using a panel of sportswriters from across the state's USA Today network. Each voter submits a Top 25 list, with a first-place vote worth 25 points, second place 24, and so on down to one point for 25th.
Here's a look at our rankings.
Bloom-Carroll's Madelyn Gates bats against Liberty Union on April 22.
Bloom-Carroll's Madelyn Gates bats against Liberty Union on April 22.
Ohio high school softball rankings ‒ April 28, 2026
Rank
Team
Total points
First-place votes
1
Austintown Fitch
337
8
2
Springfield Kenton Ridge
312
3
3
Whitehouse Anthony Wayne
303
1
4
Dover
296
2
5
Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit
261
6
Licking Valley
244
7
Hilliard Bradley
238
8
Akron Hoban
180
9
Greenville
174
10
Liberty Union
168
11
Kings Mills Kings
162
12
Bloom-Carroll
159
13
Painesville Riverside
158
14
Uniontown Green
150
15
Mount Orab Western Brown
134
16
Springfield Shawnee
133
17
Mount Vernon
132
1
18 (tie)
Massillon Jackson
99
18 (tie)
Portsmouth Notre Dame
99
20
Boardman
88
21
Liberty Township Lakota East
87
22
Wheelersburg
74
23
Oxford Talawanda
70
24
Alliance Marlington
67
25
Lebanon
62
Others receiving votes
Centerville, Cleves Taylor, Holland Springfield, Lancaster, Massillon Tuslaw, Milford, New Madison Tri-Village, Watkins Memorial and Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley.