Florida Atlantic Softball Secures Top 40 Recruiting Class

Florida Atlantic University softball head coach Jordan Clark has announced eight new additions to the program’s 2027 recruiting class, Florida Atlantic University Athletics reported.

The incoming group of eight freshmen will join the Owls for the 2028 season. This marks the second consecutive year that D1Softball has recognized the program’s recruiting efforts, ranking the class No. 37 in the nation. This ranking holds the distinction of being the highest among all schools in the American Conference.

The recruitment comes during a period of sustained success for the program. Under Coach Clark’s leadership over the last four seasons, the Owls have secured more than 30 victories each year, alongside consecutive American Conference regular season championships and NCAA Regional appearances.

“This class is elite. Hands down, this is one of the most fearless and competitive groups we have recruited. We expect some of them to step up and make a statement early in their careers,” said Jordan Clark, Florida Atlantic softball head coach.

Elite talent arrives for the 2028 season

The new class features a blend of in-state Florida talent and high-level prospects from across the country. Among the standout additions is Sabrina Boyer, a utility player from Apopka, Florida, who was ranked No. 24 in the Line Drive Hot 100 for the class of 2027. Boyer, a two-time all-state selection, previously won a Premier Girls Fastpitch national championship with the Tampa Mustangs.

Several key prospects add defensive and offensive depth to the roster:

Layla Wagner – A catcher from Huntersville, North Carolina, who was ranked No. 30 overall and No. 16 catcher in the 2025 Line Drive Hot 100.
Chelsea Lewis – A 6-foot-tall utility player from Alpharetta, Georgia, who holds her high school’s career home run and RBI records.
Brooklyn Tyson – A left-handed pitcher from Zolfo Springs, Florida, who earned co-Pitcher of the Year honors in both 2024 and 2025.
Sammi Kirkland – An outfielder from Wichita Falls, Texas, recognized as a multi-sport all-state athlete.

Coach Clark said that the group is “evenly made with in-state and out-of-state talent,” emphasizing a specific focus on speed and athleticism to maintain the program’s current winning trajectory.

The tactical impact of new additions

The recruitment appears strategically designed to address specific positional needs, particularly in the pitching rotation and behind the plate. The addition of Brooklyn Tyson provides the left-handed depth the program has sought, while Layla Wagner brings a “don’t run on her” reputation as an elite catcher with a strong arm.

The utility depth is also a focal point of the new class. Kayson McClain, a dynamic utility player from Marion, Arkansas, joins the roster after setting her school’s single-season doubles, career RBI, and on-base percentage records. Similarly, Leah Pechart, an infielder from Melbourne, Florida, brings high energy and the ability to hit from both sides of the plate.

The incoming hitters also promise to increase the team’s offensive pressure. Madison Rider, an outfielder from Viera, Florida, is described as a smooth, lefty hitter who excels in high-pressure situations. Coach Clark expects several members of this group to make immediate impacts on the field.

The full fall schedule for the Owls is available through the official athletic department website.

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