Washington Softball
Washington (7-3)
What are StatLine IQ Scores?
StatLine IQ is a proprietary composite rating modeled on the intelligence IQ scale. Rather than relying on a single stat like ERA or batting average, each score synthesizes multiple performance dimensions into one number — making it easy to compare players across different strengths. A score of 100 represents the league average; every 15 points is one standard deviation above or below.
StatLine Pitching-IQ weighs ERA, WHIP, strikeout rate, command (K:BB),
and innings durability — a dominant ace with elite control scores far higher than ERA alone would suggest.
StatLine Hitting-IQ combines OPS, contact quality, plate discipline,
and speed — rewarding complete hitters who get on base, drive the ball, and create pressure on the bases.
StatLine Pitching-IQ
Powered by StatLine AnalyticsTeam ERA of 3.32 is average (College benchmark: 2.80). WHIP 1.32 is acceptable (benchmark: 1.20). Team K/BB of 2.43 is below the 3.5 standard. Low free-pass rate of 0.37/IP—staff attacks the zone effectively. ⚠️ Top pitcher throwing 49% of all innings—heavy reliance creates fatigue and injury risk. No dominant ace yet, but 5 solid pitchers provide good options—spread innings to develop all arms evenly.
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#0 Sophia Ramuno No.3 / Spot Starter
Strengths
Dominant strikeout ability with K/IP of 1.11—consistently generates swings-and-misses
Strike thrower with low walk rate (0.34 BB/IP)—attacks the zone confidently
Solid WHIP of 1.14—at or above College average
High innings (109 IP) shows coach's trust—reliability makes them a go-to pitcher
Allows less than one hit per inning (0.80 H/IP)—tough to square up
Recommendations
Focus on fundamentals: command, velocity development, and building confidence through repetition
112
#8 Morgan Reimer No.3 / Spot Starter
Strengths
Strike thrower with low walk rate (0.32 BB/IP)—attacks the zone confidently
High innings (179.1 IP) shows coach's trust—reliability makes them a go-to pitcher
Solid ERA of 2.65—reliable run prevention for the team
Areas to Watch
ERA looks good but WHIP of 1.36 suggests possible regression—stranding runners at high rate
Recommendations
Solid foundation—continue current trajectory, add secondary pitch variation to keep hitters guessing
Underlying numbers suggest tougher times ahead—proactively improve WHIP through better location
Throwing 49% of team innings—monitor workload to prevent fatigue in postseason
105
#14 Amira Rodriguez No.3 / Spot Starter
Strengths
Dominant strikeout ability with K/IP of 0.90—consistently generates swings-and-misses
Strike thrower with low walk rate (0.32 BB/IP)—attacks the zone confidently
Solid WHIP of 1.20—at or above College average
Areas to Watch
ERA of 4.20 doesn't reflect solid WHIP of 1.20—may be stranding fewer runners than expected
Small sample size of 3.1 innings—trends may change with more work
Recommendations
Focus on keeping innings clean: practice pitching with runners on, emphasize composure and strand rate
Continue building sample size—observe trends over next 5-10 innings before finalizing priorities
98
#20 Allie Thomsen Situational
Strengths
Strike thrower with low walk rate (0.47 BB/IP)—attacks the zone confidently
Areas to Watch
High WHIP of 1.58—too many baserunners create constant pressure
Recommendations
First-pitch strike emphasis: aim for 65%+ first-pitch-strike rate through better early-count aggression
Contact quality work: add movement/deception to induce weaker contact—change speeds more frequently
95
#3 Rylee Rehbein No.3 / Spot Starter
Strengths
Allows less than one hit per inning (0.96 H/IP)—tough to square up
Areas to Watch
Low K/BB ratio of 1.6—needs to develop better putaway ability
Recommendations
First-pitch strike emphasis: aim for 65%+ first-pitch-strike rate through better early-count aggression
87
#1 Ryan Maddox No.3 / Spot Starter
Strengths
Strike thrower with low walk rate (0.48 BB/IP)—attacks the zone confidently
Allows less than one hit per inning (0.96 H/IP)—tough to square up
Areas to Watch
ERA of 6.26 indicates significant struggles—focus on fundamentals
Recommendations
First-pitch strike emphasis: aim for 65%+ first-pitch-strike rate through better early-count aggression
Team Action Items
- Increase strikeout capability from 0.89 to 1.0+ K/IP. Develop sharper secondary pitches and practice two-strike sequences.
StatLine Hitting-IQ
Powered by StatLine AnalyticsTeam OPS of 0.951 is excellent (College benchmark: 0.750). Team batting 324 with 0.416 OBP and 0.535 SLG. Strikeout rate of 19% is solid (benchmark: 20%). 77 HR with team ISO of 0.211—legitimate power throughout the lineup. 43 team SB—speed is a weapon this lineup uses well.Deep lineup with 10 hitters at or above OPS benchmark—no easy outs.
121
#16 Alexis Deboer ●●●
Strengths
Dominant hitter with 1.172 OPS and 348 AVG—one of the best bats at the College level
Elite wOBA of 0.491—outcome-weighted offense far exceeds the 0.340 benchmark
Plus power with 0.349 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Excellent plate selectivity—0.127 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
Areas to Watch
Elite performance across metrics—focus on pitch selection refinement and preparing for adjusted approaches from opposing pitchers
Recommendations
Elite level reached—focus on maintaining mechanics, adjusting to pitcher adjustments, and driving the ball in key situations
Continue driving the ball—look for pitches in the zone to elevate and maintain aggressive approach in hitter's counts
116
#4 Jadyn Glab ●●●
Strengths
Dominant hitter with 1.112 OPS and 349 AVG—one of the best bats at the College level
Excellent wOBA of 0.472—well above College average
Plus power with 0.289 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Excellent plate selectivity—0.125 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
Areas to Watch
Elite performance across metrics—focus on pitch selection refinement and preparing for adjusted approaches from opposing pitchers
Recommendations
Elite level reached—focus on maintaining mechanics, adjusting to pitcher adjustments, and driving the ball in key situations
Continue driving the ball—look for pitches in the zone to elevate and maintain aggressive approach in hitter's counts
115
#23 Ally Hetzel ●●●
Strengths
Dominant hitter with 1.016 OPS and 316 AVG—one of the best bats at the College level
Excellent wOBA of 0.442—well above College average
Plus power with 0.240 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Excellent plate selectivity—0.144 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
Areas to Watch
Elite performance across metrics—focus on pitch selection refinement and preparing for adjusted approaches from opposing pitchers
Recommendations
Elite level reached—focus on maintaining mechanics, adjusting to pitcher adjustments, and driving the ball in key situations
Continue driving the ball—look for pitches in the zone to elevate and maintain aggressive approach in hitter's counts
106
#12 Gabi Toney ●●○
Strengths
Excellent wOBA of 0.402—well above College average
Plus power with 0.360 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Excellent plate selectivity—0.135 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
BABIP of 0.229 suggests bad luck—likely to see AVG rise with more at-bats
Areas to Watch
Elevated strikeout rate at 33%—working on two-strike approach would help
Recommendations
Priority: Two-strike approach work—shorten swing, expand zone awareness, and focus on putting the ball in play
Low BABIP suggests bad luck—maintain current approach, results should improve with more plate appearances
106
#42 Giselle Alvarez ●●●
Strengths
Dominant hitter with 1.120 OPS and 384 AVG—one of the best bats at the College level
Excellent wOBA of 0.464—well above College average
Low strikeout rate of 12%—puts the ball in play consistently
Plus power with 0.311 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Areas to Watch
Elite performance across metrics—focus on pitch selection refinement and preparing for adjusted approaches from opposing pitchers
Recommendations
Elite level reached—focus on maintaining mechanics, adjusting to pitcher adjustments, and driving the ball in key situations
Continue driving the ball—look for pitches in the zone to elevate and maintain aggressive approach in hitter's counts
103
#27 Zuri Patterson ●○○
Strengths
Excellent wOBA of 0.402—well above College average
Excellent plate selectivity—0.140 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
Recommendations
Continue current development—work on consistency, situational hitting, and advancing runners
102
#22 Riley Peschek ○○○
Strengths
Solid wOBA of 0.390—at or above benchmark
Plus power with 0.334 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Excellent plate selectivity—0.142 OBP premium over AVG shows a disciplined, selective approach
Areas to Watch
Elevated strikeout rate at 44%—working on two-strike approach would help
Small sample size of 9 AB—trends may change with more plate appearances
Recommendations
Priority: Two-strike approach work—shorten swing, expand zone awareness, and focus on putting the ball in play
Continue building at-bats—more data will allow better analysis and more targeted recommendations
102
#25 Sophi Mazzola ●●●
Strengths
Excellent wOBA of 0.409—well above College average
Plus power with 0.174 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
Areas to Watch
BABIP of 0.395 is elevated—batting average may regress as luck normalizes
Recommendations
BABIP suggests some luck in current average—focus on hitting line drives and hard contact to sustain performance
102
#10 Annika Ticen ○○○
Strengths
Elite wOBA of 0.900—outcome-weighted offense far exceeds the 0.340 benchmark
Exceptional contact ability—0% K rate is well below average with a strong 1000 AVG
Areas to Watch
BABIP of 1.000 is elevated—batting average may regress as luck normalizes
Very limited sample (1 AB)—too early to draw reliable conclusions
Recommendations
Good contact base—develop power by working on bat speed, launch angle, and driving through the ball
BABIP suggests some luck in current average—focus on hitting line drives and hard contact to sustain performance
Continue building at-bats—more data will allow better analysis and more targeted recommendations
102
#14 Amira Rodriguez ○○○
Strengths
Elite wOBA of 0.810—outcome-weighted offense far exceeds the 0.340 benchmark
Exceptional contact ability—0% K rate is well below average with a strong 1000 AVG
Areas to Watch
BABIP of 1.000 is elevated—batting average may regress as luck normalizes
Very limited sample (1 AB)—too early to draw reliable conclusions
Recommendations
Good contact base—develop power by working on bat speed, launch angle, and driving through the ball
BABIP suggests some luck in current average—focus on hitting line drives and hard contact to sustain performance
Continue building at-bats—more data will allow better analysis and more targeted recommendations
100
#1 Ryan Maddox ○○○
Strengths
Developing hitter with room for growth
Areas to Watch
Very limited sample (1 AB)—too early to draw reliable conclusions
Recommendations
Continue building at-bats—more data will allow better analysis and more targeted recommendations
100
#33 Jing Gardner ○○○
Strengths
Developing hitter with room for growth
Areas to Watch
Very limited sample (1 AB)—too early to draw reliable conclusions
Recommendations
Continue building at-bats—more data will allow better analysis and more targeted recommendations
100
#20 Allie Thomsen ●○○
Strengths
Low strikeout rate of 10%—puts the ball in play consistently
Plus power with 0.200 ISO—generates extra-base hits at an elite rate
BABIP of 0.222 suggests bad luck—likely to see AVG rise with more at-bats
Areas to Watch
On-base percentage of 0.273 limits offensive value—not getting on base enough
Recommendations
Focus on fundamentals: tee work, soft toss, and timing drills to improve barrel-to-ball consistency
Low BABIP suggests bad luck—maintain current approach, results should improve with more plate appearances
99
#6 Melody Acevedo ●●●
Strengths
Excellent wOBA of 0.398—well above College average
Exceptional contact ability—6% K rate is well below average with a strong 349 AVG
Good power showing with 3 HR and 0.143 ISO
Recommendations
Continue current development—work on consistency, situational hitting, and advancing runners
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#17 Ava Carroll ●●●
Strengths
Solid wOBA of 0.387—at or above benchmark
Low strikeout rate of 13%—puts the ball in play consistently
Good power showing with 6 HR and 0.161 ISO
Recommendations
Continue current development—work on consistency, situational hitting, and advancing runners
Team Action Items
- Team is performing above benchmark—maintain current training, focus on consistency, and prepare for pitching adjustments from opponents.
StatLine Lineup-IQ
v4 Engine 1 Modern Leadoff
#25 Sophi Mazzola
102
0.322 AVG 0.426 OBP 0.496 SLG 0.922 OPS
Fit: 98/100
Modern Leadoff: OBP-first with speed upside
2 Best Available Hitter
#16 Alexis Deboer
121
0.348 AVG 0.475 OBP 0.697 SLG 1.172 OPS
Fit: 106/100
Best Available Hitter: Top offensive weapon — OPS and OBP
3 Situational Clutch
#10 Annika Ticen
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 104/100
Situational Clutch: Clutch run-producer — drives in runners
4 Run Producer
#4 Jadyn Glab
116
0.349 AVG 0.474 OBP 0.638 SLG 1.112 OPS
Fit: 103/100
Run Producer: Power + RBI capitalising on base-traffic
5 Secondary Producer
#6 Melody Acevedo
99
0.349 AVG 0.418 OBP 0.492 SLG 0.910 OPS
Fit: 100/100
Secondary Producer: Solid all-around bat behind cleanup
6 Quality Contact
#14 Amira Rodriguez
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 98/100
Quality Contact: Productive outs, disciplined approach
7 Table-Setter Lite
#42 Giselle Alvarez
106
0.384 AVG 0.425 OBP 0.695 SLG 1.120 OPS
Fit: 80/100
Table-Setter Lite: OBP/speed option before top of order
8 Developmental / Utility
#17 Ava Carroll
92
0.342 AVG 0.385 OBP 0.503 SLG 0.888 OPS
Fit: 87/100
Developmental / Utility: Offensive floor — best available
9 Speed or Depth
#7 Kaycie Burdick
91
0.374 AVG 0.455 OBP 0.472 SLG 0.927 OPS
Fit: 82/100
Speed or Depth: Dynamic — speed leadoff or offensive depth
Balanced strategy: your best overall hitter is promoted to the 2-hole per modern run-expectancy research.
5 platoon opportunity(ies) identified — see platoons for details.
Platoon Opportunities
Melody Acevedo is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Ava Carroll is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Sophi Mazzola is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Giselle Alvarez is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Jadyn Glab is close to Alexis Deboer for #2 — consider platoon
1 Speed/OBP Hybrid
#25 Sophi Mazzola
102
0.322 AVG 0.426 OBP 0.496 SLG 0.922 OPS
Fit: 95/100
Speed/OBP Hybrid: Gets on base and sets the table
2 Contact & Advancement
#42 Giselle Alvarez
106
0.384 AVG 0.425 OBP 0.695 SLG 1.120 OPS
Fit: 89/100
Contact & Advancement: Moves runners, makes contact
3 Best Hitter
#16 Alexis Deboer
121
0.348 AVG 0.475 OBP 0.697 SLG 1.172 OPS
Fit: 104/100
Best Hitter: Most complete offensive player
4 Power / RBI
#4 Jadyn Glab
116
0.349 AVG 0.474 OBP 0.638 SLG 1.112 OPS
Fit: 103/100
Power / RBI: Drives in runs with extra-base power
5 Secondary Power
#23 Ally Hetzel
115
0.316 AVG 0.460 OBP 0.556 SLG 1.016 OPS
Fit: 101/100
Secondary Power: Run producer behind cleanup
6 Steady Contact
#10 Annika Ticen
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 98/100
Steady Contact: Keeps innings alive, advances runners
7 Opportunistic
#17 Ava Carroll
92
0.342 AVG 0.385 OBP 0.503 SLG 0.888 OPS
Fit: 83/100
Opportunistic: Contributes at-bats, opportunistic swings
8 Bottom Bat
#14 Amira Rodriguez
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 95/100
Bottom Bat: Best available offensive output
9 Second Leadoff / Depth
#6 Melody Acevedo
99
0.349 AVG 0.418 OBP 0.492 SLG 0.910 OPS
Fit: 92/100
Second Leadoff / Depth: Sets up top of order or developmental spot
5 platoon opportunity(ies) identified — see platoons for details.
Platoon Opportunities
Ava Carroll is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Sophi Mazzola is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Giselle Alvarez is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Melody Acevedo is close to Giselle Alvarez for #2 — consider platoon
Ava Carroll is close to Giselle Alvarez for #2 — consider platoon
1 Pure Table-Setter
#14 Amira Rodriguez
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS 0.810 wOBA
Fit: 86/100
Pure Table-Setter: Highest OBP among top 3 wOBA hitters
2 Best Hitter
#10 Annika Ticen
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS 0.900 wOBA
Fit: 74/100
Best Hitter: Highest wOBA — best hitter gets most productive spot
3 Supporting Quality
#42 Giselle Alvarez
106
0.384 AVG 0.425 OBP 0.695 SLG 1.120 OPS 0.464 wOBA
Fit: 88/100
Supporting Quality: Surprisingly unimportant per The Book — 5th-best wOBA
4 Power / RBI Context
#16 Alexis Deboer
121
0.348 AVG 0.475 OBP 0.697 SLG 1.172 OPS 0.491 wOBA
Fit: 103/100
Power / RBI Context: Remaining Tier 1 hitter — power pref for runners-on situations
5 Secondary RBI
#4 Jadyn Glab
116
0.349 AVG 0.474 OBP 0.638 SLG 1.112 OPS 0.472 wOBA
Fit: 101/100
Secondary RBI: 4th-best wOBA — secondary RBI position
6 Tier 3 — Steady
#23 Ally Hetzel
115
0.316 AVG 0.460 OBP 0.556 SLG 1.016 OPS 0.442 wOBA
Fit: 72/100
Tier 3 — Steady: Best remaining wOBA — keep innings alive
7 Tier 3 — Catalyst
#7 Kaycie Burdick
91
0.374 AVG 0.455 OBP 0.472 SLG 0.927 OPS 0.416 wOBA
Fit: 72/100
Tier 3 — Catalyst: Secondary leadoff potential before top of order
8 Tier 3 — Production
#25 Sophi Mazzola
102
0.322 AVG 0.426 OBP 0.496 SLG 0.922 OPS 0.409 wOBA
Fit: 88/100
Tier 3 — Production: Best remaining offensive output
9 Tier 3 — Bottom
#27 Zuri Patterson
103
0.300 AVG 0.440 OBP 0.450 SLG 0.890 OPS 0.402 wOBA
Fit: 78/100
Tier 3 — Bottom: Lowest wOBA — minimal damage position
wOBA Optimized: Players placed by tier using estimated softball linear weights. Tier 1 (slots 1,2,4) are your 3 best run-producers.
5 platoon opportunity(ies) identified — see platoons for details.
Platoon Opportunities
Melody Acevedo is close to Amira Rodriguez for #1 — consider platoon
Kaycie Burdick is close to Amira Rodriguez for #1 — consider platoon
Annika Ticen is close to Amira Rodriguez for #1 — consider platoon
Amira Rodriguez is close to Amira Rodriguez for #1 — consider platoon
Alexis Deboer is close to Amira Rodriguez for #1 — consider platoon
1 Speed Demon
#25 Sophi Mazzola
102
0.322 AVG 0.426 OBP 0.496 SLG 0.922 OPS
Fit: 96/100
Speed Demon: Pure speed gets on base and creates pressure
2 Slap / Contact Specialist
#14 Amira Rodriguez
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 84/100
Slap / Contact Specialist: Bat control, bunting ability, advancing runners
3 Hit-and-Run Hitter
#42 Giselle Alvarez
106
0.384 AVG 0.425 OBP 0.695 SLG 1.120 OPS
Fit: 96/100
Hit-and-Run Hitter: Contact with gap power for situational hitting
4 Best RBI Option
#6 Melody Acevedo
99
0.349 AVG 0.418 OBP 0.492 SLG 0.910 OPS
Fit: 101/100
Best RBI Option: Drives in runs — contact over raw power
5 Secondary Run Producer
#10 Annika Ticen
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 101/100
Secondary Run Producer: Contact-first RBI bat
6 Contact / Speed Balance
#2 Tia Durst
88
0.172 AVG 0.294 OBP 0.207 SLG 0.501 OPS
Fit: 63/100
Contact / Speed Balance: Keeps pressure on defense with contact and legs
7 Table-Setter 2.0
#11 Marley Teasley
85
0.236 AVG 0.373 OBP 0.309 SLG 0.682 OPS
Fit: 68/100
Table-Setter 2.0: Sets up top of order — OBP and legs
8 Situational Hitter
#16 Alexis Deboer
121
0.348 AVG 0.475 OBP 0.697 SLG 1.172 OPS
Fit: 72/100
Situational Hitter: Puts ball in play, advances runners
9 Speed / OBP Option
#17 Ava Carroll
92
0.342 AVG 0.385 OBP 0.503 SLG 0.888 OPS
Fit: 77/100
Speed / OBP Option: Second leadoff or speed reserve
5 platoon opportunity(ies) identified — see platoons for details.
Platoon Opportunities
Tia Durst is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Ava Carroll is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Sophi Mazzola is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Tia Durst is close to Amira Rodriguez for #2 — consider platoon
Melody Acevedo is close to Amira Rodriguez for #2 — consider platoon
1 Power / OBP Hybrid
#25 Sophi Mazzola
102
0.322 AVG 0.426 OBP 0.496 SLG 0.922 OPS
Fit: 108/100
Power / OBP Hybrid: Gets on base with pop — not a slapper
2 Best Power Hitter
#16 Alexis Deboer
121
0.348 AVG 0.475 OBP 0.697 SLG 1.172 OPS
Fit: 106/100
Best Power Hitter: Biggest bat in the lineup — maximise PA
3 Second-Best Power
#4 Jadyn Glab
116
0.349 AVG 0.474 OBP 0.638 SLG 1.112 OPS
Fit: 104/100
Second-Best Power: Elite slugging, secondary to #2
4 Third-Best Power
#23 Ally Hetzel
115
0.316 AVG 0.460 OBP 0.556 SLG 1.016 OPS
Fit: 103/100
Third-Best Power: Power bat — capitalises on base-runners
5 Gap Power / Contact
#6 Melody Acevedo
99
0.349 AVG 0.418 OBP 0.492 SLG 0.910 OPS
Fit: 100/100
Gap Power / Contact: Drives the ball into gaps — doubles threat
6 Supporting Power
#42 Giselle Alvarez
106
0.384 AVG 0.425 OBP 0.695 SLG 1.120 OPS
Fit: 96/100
Supporting Power: Adds pop depth behind the core
7 Contact / Situational
#14 Amira Rodriguez
102
1.000 AVG 1.000 OBP 1.000 SLG 2.000 OPS
Fit: 96/100
Contact / Situational: Keeps rallies going in power-heavy order
8 Best Remaining Bat
#12 Gabi Toney
106
0.230 AVG 0.365 OBP 0.590 SLG 0.955 OPS
Fit: 95/100
Best Remaining Bat: Pure offensive output from depth
9 Wildcard
#17 Ava Carroll
92
0.342 AVG 0.385 OBP 0.503 SLG 0.888 OPS
Fit: 93/100
Wildcard: Speed option or extra power — dynamic assignment
5 platoon opportunity(ies) identified — see platoons for details.
Platoon Opportunities
Ava Carroll is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Sophi Mazzola is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Giselle Alvarez is close to Sophi Mazzola for #1 — consider platoon
Jadyn Glab is close to Alexis Deboer for #2 — consider platoon
Melody Acevedo is close to Alexis Deboer for #2 — consider platoon