Vote for Preseason Softball Player of the Year in Springfield

Chatham Glenwood softball team captures IHSA 3A state championship

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:26am

A cubist, geometric painting in bright team colors depicting the dynamic action and energy of a high school softball game.The Chatham Glenwood softball team's state championship victory showcases the vibrant local talent pool that fans can now vote to recognize as the preseason player of the year.Chatham Today

Fans can now vote for the preseason softball player of the year in the Springfield, Illinois area. The Chatham Glenwood softball team recently won the IHSA 3A state championship, with key contributions from players like Irie Lohrenz and Ava Bobb.

Why it matters

High school softball is a beloved spring sport in the Springfield community, and the preseason player of the year award helps build excitement and anticipation for the upcoming season. Chatham Glenwood's state title win also demonstrates the strength of the local softball talent pool.

The details

Chatham Glenwood's Irie Lohrenz hit the go-ahead RBI single and Ava Bobb made the final out to secure the IHSA 3A state championship for the team. Voting is now open for fans to select the preseason player of the year in the Springfield area.

  • Chatham Glenwood won the IHSA 3A state title in 2026.
  • Voting for preseason player of the year is now open.

The players

Irie Lohrenz

A player for the Chatham Glenwood softball team who hit the go-ahead RBI single in the state championship game.

Ava Bobb

A player for the Chatham Glenwood softball team who made the final out to secure the state championship.

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What’s next

Fans can vote for the preseason softball player of the year on the newspaper's website.

The takeaway

The Chatham Glenwood softball team's state championship win highlights the strong high school softball talent in the Springfield area, building excitement for the upcoming season and the preseason player of the year award.