Atlantic Coast, Episcopal Lead Varsity 4 Super 6 Softball Rankings

Top teams return key players as 2026 season approaches

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Varsity 4 News4JAX softball Super 6 rankings for the 2026 season have been released, with Atlantic Coast and Episcopal leading the way. Both teams are coming off strong seasons and return a majority of their impact players, setting them up for potential elite campaigns. Other top contenders include Baker County, Baldwin, and Matanzas.

Why it matters

The Super 6 rankings provide an early look at the top high school softball teams in the Jacksonville area as they prepare for the upcoming season. These rankings highlight the teams and players to watch, setting the stage for an exciting year of competition.

The details

Atlantic Coast is led by returning standouts Stella Lynton (.446, 20 RBI) and Emma Cano (.405, 21 RBI), as well as pitchers Morgan Brown and Lily Maguire. Episcopal also brings back a strong core, including Amelia Oreair (.453, 7 HR, 32 RBI) and Emily Davidson (.435, 20 RBI), along with pitcher Riley Valent. Baker County features two-time All-News4JAX selection Baleigh Shields and pitcher Grace Masterson, while Baldwin relies on power hitter Jazmine Ramos-Merced. Matanzas must replace player of the year Leah Stevens but has a talented offensive lineup.

  • The Varsity 4 News4JAX softball Super 6 rankings will be published weekly through the end of the regular season, with the exception of a week off for spring break.
  • Records are through February 18, 2026.

The players

Stella Lynton

A key returning player for Atlantic Coast, batting .446 with 20 RBIs last season.

Emma Cano

Another top returning hitter for Atlantic Coast, batting .405 with 21 RBIs in 2025.

Amelia Oreair

Episcopal's leading returning hitter, batting .453 with 7 home runs and 32 RBIs last year.

Baleigh Shields

A two-time All-News4JAX selection and key player for Baker County.

Jazmine Ramos-Merced

Baldwin's power-hitting standout, having cracked 27 home runs in high school.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The 2026 high school softball season in the Jacksonville area is shaping up to be highly competitive, with Atlantic Coast and Episcopal emerging as the early favorites based on their returning talent. However, other teams like Baker County, Baldwin, and Matanzas have the potential to make a strong push and challenge for top spots in the rankings as the season progresses.