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Top nods for Lady Tigers softball program
Smithville’s softball and baseball programs combined for 16 all-district selections this season, with the Lady Tigers leading the way after one of the strongest campaigns in program history.
SOFTBALL
Addison Otto and Jessica Hinnant shared co-most valuable player honors after helping guide Smithville to a perfect 10-0 district championship.
Otto was one of the most consistent hitters in the district, finishing the year with a team-best .500 batting average while also providing leadership in the lineup. Hinnant dominated in the circle, posting an impressive 0.64 ERA and consistently shutting down opposing offenses during district play.
Brityn Roberts earned defensive player of the year honors after a standout season behind the plate, finishing second on the team in both runs scored and hits.
Jessi Davis, Kenzly White, Kenna Tiner and Brittney Collins all earned first-team all-district honors.
Dakota Young and Kayden Wilde rounded out the selections with honorable mentions.
Smithville advanced to the area round of the playoffs before falling to Salado High School. While losing key seniors, the program returns a strong core and will enter 2027 looking for a third consecutive district title.
BASEBALL
Rando Arpero led the Tigers’ seven all-district selections, earning first-team recognition after an impressive performance in the infield.
Arpero was one of Smithville’s top offensive producers and consistently delivered at the plate while also providing reliable defense.
Aiden Peacock, Landon Peacock and Reagan Pruett each earned second-team honors.
Aiden Guzman, Cooper Peacock and Trip Davis received honorable mention awards.
The Tigers finished the season with a 2-8 district record and narrowly missed out on a postseason berth for the fourth consecutive season. Despite the result, Smithville showed flashes of improvement and will return several talented players.
With valuable experience returning on both the mound and in the lineup, the Tigers look to take another step forward in 2027 and get back into playoff contention.
