Orange Beach Makos Remain No. 1 in Latest High School Softball Rankings

Alabama's Orange Beach Makos lead the Rivals High School Top 25 for fourth straight week

Mar. 16, 2026 at 4:21pm

The 2026 high school softball season is underway, and the latest Rivals High School Top 25 rankings have the Orange Beach Makos of Alabama holding onto the No. 1 spot for the fourth consecutive week. The Makos, who are undefeated at 13-0, boast a dominant pitching staff led by sophomore MK McMullan and a powerful lineup featuring several Division I commits. Other top teams in the rankings include Calvary Baptist Academy (La.), Melissa Cardinals (TX), Barbers Hill Eagles (TX), and Montverde Academy Eagles (FL).

Why it matters

High school softball rankings provide an early snapshot of the top teams and players to watch throughout the season. The Rivals High School Top 25 is one of the most prominent national rankings, giving recognition to programs that have established themselves as national powers. Strong performances early in the season can help teams gain national attention and momentum heading into the postseason.

The details

The Orange Beach Makos have raced out to a 13-0 start, led by the dominant pitching of sophomore MK McMullan, who is 9-0 with 60 strikeouts. The Makos also feature a powerful lineup with several Division I commits, including Teagan Revette (Mississippi State) and Ava Hodo (Arkansas). Calvary Baptist Academy in Louisiana is also off to a 19-0 start, led by Baylor Bockhaus' 12 home runs and Georgia commit Kynzee Anderson's 15-0 record and 0.44 ERA in the circle. Other top teams include Melissa Cardinals (TX), Barbers Hill Eagles (TX), and Montverde Academy Eagles (FL).

  • The 2026 high school softball season is beginning to be underway around the country.
  • This is the fourth straight week the Orange Beach Makos have been ranked No. 1 in the Rivals High School Top 25.

The players

Orange Beach Makos

An Alabama high school softball team that is currently ranked No. 1 in the nation with a 13-0 record to start the 2026 season.

MK McMullan

A sophomore pitcher for the Orange Beach Makos who is 9-0 with 60 strikeouts so far this season.

Teagan Revette

A power hitter for the Orange Beach Makos who is committed to play at Mississippi State University.

Ava Hodo

A power hitter for the Orange Beach Makos who is committed to play at the University of Arkansas.

Calvary Baptist Academy Cavaliers

A Louisiana high school softball team that is 19-0 to start the 2026 season, led by Baylor Bockhaus and Georgia commit Kynzee Anderson.

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The takeaway

The early rankings showcase the depth of talent in high school softball, with several programs across the country establishing themselves as national contenders. The battle for the top spot will likely continue throughout the season as these elite teams look to prove their dominance on the field.