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Taunton Softball's Eighth Grade Pitching Duo Shine Early
Gracie Oliveira and Mia Torres, both in 8th grade, have already committed to NCAA Division 1 programs.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 9:18am
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Two eighth-grade pitchers are already making an impact on Taunton High School's varsity softball team, hinting at the program's bright future.Taunton TodayTaunton High School's softball team is seeing impressive early contributions from two eighth-grade pitchers, Gracie Oliveira and Mia Torres, who have both already committed to play at the NCAA Division 1 level. The young duo is making an impact on the varsity squad despite their youth.
Why it matters
Taunton's softball program has a strong tradition, and the early success of these young pitchers suggests the team has a bright future ahead. Their commitments to top college programs at such a young age are also highly unusual, underscoring their exceptional talent.
The details
Oliveira and Torres, both in 8th grade, have already impressed coaches and scouts enough to secure NCAA Division 1 commitments. They are contributing key innings on the varsity squad this season, helping to lead Taunton's softball team.
- Oliveira and Torres committed to their respective NCAA Division 1 programs on November 24, 2025.
- The two eighth-graders are currently playing on Taunton High School's varsity softball team in the 2026 season.
The players
Gracie Oliveira
An eighth-grade pitcher who has committed to play softball at the NCAA Division 1 level.
Mia Torres
An eighth-grade pitcher who has committed to play softball at the NCAA Division 1 level.
Taunton High School
The high school where Oliveira and Torres play on the varsity softball team.
The takeaway
Taunton High School's softball program is developing elite young talent, with two eighth-grade pitchers already committing to play at the NCAA Division 1 level. This suggests the team has a very promising future ahead.
