Multiple Top Softball Transfers Strengthen Pac-12, Big Ten Rosters

Several major college softball and baseball programs have made notable additions through the transfer portal ahead of the 2026 seasons. UCLA secured Iowa shortstop Soo-Jin Berry, a powerful hitter who led her team in RBIs and home runs in 2025, adding significant offensive strength with two years of eligibility remaining. Arizona baseball added left-handed pitcher Luc Fladda from Tulane, hoping he will develop as a fourth starter under their new pitching coach, complementing a pitching staff with returning starters and a top-ranked freshman class. Texas softball bolstered its roster by adding left-handed pitcher Brenlee Gonzales from Texas Tech, aiming to diversify its pitching staff following their national championship, alongside other transfers. Oregon softball gained a key offensive player with Amari Harper, a former Texas A&M standout and second-team all-SEC hitter, who brings a high-contact left-handed bat and versatility in the outfield to the Ducks. Harper's transfer to Oregon marks her as the third transfer addition to the Ducks this offseason, enhancing their lineup and outfield depth significantly.