Vote for top Indiana high school softball players of the week

IndyStar recognizes standout performances from March 31 to April 4

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:04am

IndyStar is highlighting the top softball players in Indiana with a weekly poll. Readers can vote for the players of the week, with the winners announced on Friday. This article showcases some of the top performers from the past week, including players who hit home runs, pitched no-hitters, and had multi-hit games.

Why it matters

High school sports, especially softball, are a point of pride for many Indiana communities. Recognizing the top players of the week helps celebrate the achievements of student-athletes and encourages participation in the sport.

The details

The article highlights 16 players from across Indiana who had standout performances in softball games from March 31 to April 4. The players' stats are detailed, including hits, home runs, RBIs, pitching stats, and more. Voters can choose their top players of the week through an online poll that will be open until noon on Friday.

  • The voting poll is open until noon on Friday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Madi Strange

A senior at Terre Haute North who was voted Player of the Week for March 23-28, hitting four hits, four RBIs and three runs, including a home run and a triple, and stealing two bases in a 16-1 win over West Vigo.

Natasha Armstrong

A player for Columbus East who batted .714 with a double, a triple and six RBIs, helping the Olympians claim wins over No. 11 Charlestown and Bloomington North.

Emma Charles

A player for Tri-West who totaled seven hits, nine RBIs and six runs scored during a spring break tournament in Tennessee, including a couple triples and two homers.

Zoey Coppess

A pitcher for Frankton who threw 10 innings against Lapel, allowing only two runs (one earned) on five hits with 13 strikeouts and three walks.

Addison Corn

A sophomore for Beech Grove who collected five hits, four RBIs and four runs scored in two games, including a double and a home run.

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What’s next

Voting for the players of the week will remain open until noon on Friday, April 7, 2026. The winners will be announced later that day.

The takeaway

This weekly poll highlights the impressive talent and dedication of high school softball players across Indiana, showcasing their skills in hitting, pitching, and all-around play. Recognizing these top performers helps celebrate the sport and inspire the next generation of softball stars.