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Eastside Softball Looks to Repeat as Cumberland District Champions
The Lady Spartans return key players from their 2026 state title team
Mar. 28, 2026 at 10:06am
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Eastside High School's softball team is the favorite to win the Cumberland District title again this season after capturing the Class 1 state championship a year ago. The Lady Spartans compiled a 27-2 record and rolled through the regional and state tournaments, led by standout player Emma Sartin.
Why it matters
The Cumberland District is a competitive softball league in Southwest Virginia, and Eastside's dominance has made them the team to beat. Their title defense will be closely watched as they aim to maintain their status as one of the top programs in the state.
The details
Eastside cruised to the state title in 2026 behind a deep, talented roster. This year, the Lady Spartans return several key players, including Emma Sartin, who is expected to be one of the district's top players. Twin Springs and J.I. Burton will look to challenge Eastside, but the Lady Spartans are the clear favorites based on their success last season.
- Eastside won the Class 1 state championship in 2026.
- The 2027 Cumberland District softball season begins in March.
The players
Emma Sartin
A standout player for Eastside High School's softball team, expected to be one of the top players in the Cumberland District this season.
Emma Ross
A player for the Twin Springs softball team who put the tag on J.I. Burton's Jordyn Frazier at third base in the Region 1D tournament last season.
Jordyn Frazier
A player for the J.I. Burton softball team who was tagged out at third base by Emma Ross of Twin Springs in the Region 1D tournament last season.
What’s next
The 2027 Cumberland District softball season will begin in March, with Eastside looking to defend their state title and district championship.
The takeaway
Eastside High School's softball team is the clear favorite to repeat as Cumberland District champions, led by standout player Emma Sartin and a roster of returning players from their 2026 state title team. The Lady Spartans will be the team to beat in the competitive district.
