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Phoenix College Softball Earns Multiple All-ACCAC Honors

Phoenix College Softball Earns Multiple All-ACCAC Honors

After an impressive 2025–26 campaign that saw Phoenix College finish 37-11 overall and 31-11 in conference play, several Bears were recognized with All-ACCAC honors for their performances throughout the season.

Leading the way on the All-ACCAC First Team were pitchers Maddison Peter and Julianna Nava, along with standout position players Katelyn Larney and Olivia Deford. The group played a major role in Phoenix College's success on both sides of the ball.

Deford was the top hitters in the conference, finishing the season with a remarkable .553 batting average, 88 hits, and 62 stolen bases. Larney provided power in the lineup, hitting .464 with 7 home runs and a team-high 57 RBIs.

Inside the circle, Peter and Nava anchored the pitching staff. Peter posted a 12-4 record with a 2.83 ERA and 101 strikeouts over 113.2 innings, while Nava went 13-2 with a 2.68 ERA and added 55 strikeouts, consistently delivering in key moments.

Phoenix College also had strong representation on the All-ACCAC Second Team, with Aubree Lovo and Eva Issitt earning honors. Lovo finished the season with a 12-5 record and 3.28 ERA, while Issitt contributed offensively with a .355 batting average and 54 hits.

Kyla Kim batted .358 with 58 hits, 47 runs scored, 22 RBIs, and 46 stolen bases while leading Phoenix College at shortstop.

Rounding out the honors, Harli Noriega was named to the All-ACCAC Third Team after batting .387 with 12 home runs and 50 RBIs, making her one of the most consistent power threats for the Bears.

As a team, Phoenix College hit an impressive .389 with 45 home runs and 333 runs scored, showcasing one of the most explosive offenses in the conference to go along with a strong pitching staff that finished with a 3.08 ERA.

With multiple players recognized across all three All-ACCAC teams, the Bears' depth and talent were on full display throughout the season.