Vote for Top Softball Players in Indiana

IndyStar highlights standout performances from the week of March 23-28

Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:16pm

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The IndyStar is asking readers to vote for the top softball players in Indiana for the week of March 23-28. The article highlights impressive performances from players at Whiteland High School, including a dominant 10-0 win over Franklin Central in which Jordyn Crouch and Kaelyn Putnam stood out.

Why it matters

Recognizing top high school softball talent helps celebrate the achievements of student-athletes and builds excitement around the sport in local communities. Voting for players of the week also engages readers and fans with their local teams and players.

The details

The IndyStar article covers the opening day of the Indiana high school softball season, with a focus on Whiteland High School's 10-0 victory over Franklin Central. The article includes interviews with Whiteland players Jordyn Crouch and Kaelyn Putnam about their standout performances in the game.

  • The voting is open until noon on Friday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Jordyn Crouch

A player for the Whiteland High School softball team.

Kaelyn Putnam

A player for the Whiteland High School softball team.

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What they’re saying

“We came out strong and really set the tone early. Our defense was solid and our bats were hot.”

— Jordyn Crouch, Whiteland High School Softball Player

“It was a great team win. We're excited to keep this momentum going as we get deeper into the season.”

— Kaelyn Putnam, Whiteland High School Softball Player

What’s next

Voting for the IndyStar softball players of the week will close at noon on Friday, March 30, 2026.

The takeaway

High school softball season is underway in Indiana, and the IndyStar is giving fans a chance to recognize the top performers from the opening week of play. This engagement helps build excitement around the sport and celebrate the achievements of student-athletes in local communities.