2026 Softball Offseason

[JMV Just My View]

One source gives her max velocity at 65, change up at 43. The only stats I found with a quick search were for a single HS game in which she struck out 10 and walked 1. She also played several other positions in HS. Her travel ball team played in the big Colorado tournament this summer. I assume that is where we found her..

She runs it up to 67 mph. Power pitcher.

[SlickRick]

Candice Puig is a 2026 high school softball player from La Serna High School in Whittier, California (Del Rio League).d2c6a9,393054 Ncsasports +1
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Positions: Primary — RHP (Right-Handed Pitcher); Secondary — Shortstop.9c053b
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Physical: 5'7", 140 lbs, age 17, right-handed thrower/batter.b577ae
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Pitch Velocities (noted on profile): Fastball up to 65 mph, changeup 43 mph. Overhand throw velocity: 67 mph.b09dec
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High School Career: Varsity starter in 2024 (jersey #66). Awards include 1st Team All-Conference (Del Rio League), 2nd Team All-County, and 2nd Team All-Area. She played in the CIF playoffs (e.g., quarterfinal appearance).e6a350,4d2a46
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Club/Travel: West Coast Lady Dukes 18U (coached by Jeff & Tera Blanco); previously with ZT Lady Prospects Blanco 18U.6ca86b,051276
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Recruiting Status: Uncommitted (as of recent updates). NCAA ID available. She has a recruiting profile on NCSA/SportsRecruits and is active on X (@canpuig66), where she shares highlights.145495,8d5d0d
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Academics/Other: Communications major interest. Involved in community service. Also played JV basketball.8ff763
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She wrapped up her high school career in spring 2026, posting strong relief pitching in the CIF playoffs and celebrating with teammates.1e26af La Serna competed in Southern Section playoffs (e.g., Division 3 context in broader CIF-SS results).b36ff9
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For full stats, videos, or contact: Check her NCSA recruiting profile or X account. She appears to be a promising uncommitted pitcher/utility player for the class of 2026.

https://x.com/i/status/2068457431353720865

[cajunref]

Appears to be a real stretch, desperation by the staff at this point. No real stats, info on 25-26 season. One has to wonder. Hopefully we get lucky with her.

[JMV Just My View]

Appears to be a real stretch, desperation by the staff at this point. No real stats, info on the 25-26 season. One has to wonder. Hopefully we get lucky with her.

Looks like another project pitcher. I guess you never know. Maybe she played for a small high school team and travel organization and just wasn't seen? Like I have said plenty of times, Brady has his work cut out for him. I wouldn't want to be him.

[JMV Just My View]

Here is the deal. The Cajuns have 7 incoming freshmen and 3 incoming portal freshmen. 10 total freshmen with zero D1 playing time; only Favors has seen some action. This could be another rough season. Buckle up, boys.

[JMV Just My View]

The season ticket renewal deadline is October 30th, I think. I will go watch the fall ball games, which will be over by the time this deadline comes up. If I don't see any improvement, then we will not renew after 30 seasons of having season tickets. This is where I stand concerning the 2027 softball season. This offseason has been very frustrating to say the least.

[JamesTheJeweler]

Candice Puig.

Wish this was Manny Puig's daughter.

[cajunref]

I will give this staff next season, heck my outfield season ticket is only $100. NIL support not so much. I supported FB,MBB,BB and SB this past year. Received thanks and email updates from MBB,BB and occasional from FB. Nothing from SB. Habetz needs to sit down with Deggs and his staff how to run a program at this level. I will not hold my breath as I believe she is too darn stubborn to accept change, i.e. watching her coaching style, trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

[JMV Just My View]

I will give this staff next season, heck my outfield season ticket is only $100. NIL support not so much. I supported FB,MBB,BB and SB this past year. Received thanks and email updates from MBB,BB and occasional from FB. Nothing from SB. Habetz needs to sit down with Deggs and his staff how to run a program at this level. I will not hold my breath as I believe she is too darn stubborn to accept change, i.e. watching her coaching style, trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

She never wanted to be a head coach.

[Redbug58]

I watched Money Ball again a couple days ago. We may need to use a few of those techniques.

[SlickRick]

I watched Money Ball again a couple days ago. We may need to use a few of those techniques.

Good movie!

[JMV Just My View]

I will give this staff next season; heck, my outfield season ticket is only $100. NIL support not so much. I supported FB, MBB, BB, and SB this past year. Received thanks and email updates from MBB, BB, and occasionally from FB. Nothing from SB. Habetz needs to sit down with Deggs and his staff how to run a program at this level. I will not hold my breath as I believe she is too darn stubborn to accept change, i.e., watching her coaching style, trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

If the Cajuns fail to make the regionals, you will be able to upgrade into the chairback seats as a ton of seats will be available.

[JMV Just My View]

Here is the deal. The Cajuns have 7 incoming freshmen and 3 incoming portal freshmen. 10 total freshmen with zero D1 playing time; only Favors has seen some action. This could be another rough season. Buckle up, boys.

Actually, the Cajuns would have 11 freshmen total, with zero of them having played at the college level, if you include K. Stutes, who took a redshirt season. Kennedy played in the Texas summer league. If anyone knows how she performed, let us know.

[NewsCopy]

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[JMV Just My View]

I'm now hearing Hodges might sign elsewhere.

Just signed with Missouri. I'm not crying about it. She was terrible at Arizona St.