Head coach Mike White officially announced Friday that the Texas Longhorns have secured a three-player recruiting class for the 2027 season, headlined by two prominent Austin-area talents. The Longhorns signed catcher Lolo Gamble from Dripping Springs High School and outfielder Emree Massaad from Buda Johnson High School, joining pitcher Brooklynn Hagerty from Logansport, Indiana. All three athletes are set to enroll as freshmen next fall, marking a strategic move to maintain competitive depth in the SEC. The class currently ranks No. 12 in the nation according to Softball America and No. 18 by D1Softball, signaling a strong foundation for future postseason success.
Longhorns lock in top-10 catcher and Austin-area stars to bolster SEC title hopes.
Gamble, a 6-foot-1 multi-time All-Centex selection, stands out as a composite top-10 national recruit due to her elite power and physical frame. During Dripping Springs’s 2026 campaign, she drove the Tigers to the Class 6A Division II championship game with a devastating .574 batting average, 23 home runs, and 60 RBIs. White explicitly compared Gamble’s potential to former All-American Reese Atwood, noting that her size and strength will be immediate assets to the Longhorn lineup. “Lolo has the tools to be an All-American,” White stated, highlighting the high ceiling of the young catcher’s development.
The addition of Massaad and Hagerty completes a balanced roster upgrade for the 2027 cycle. While Gamble provides the offensive spark, the inclusion of a local outfielder and a specialized pitcher allows Texas to diversify its talent pool without sacrificing regional recruiting strength. This class addresses key positional needs identified by the coaching staff, ensuring the Longhorns remain a top-tier contender in the Southeastern Conference. As Texas continues to refine its infrastructure, including potential renovations to McCombs Field, these signings underscore the program’s commitment to long-term excellence and national relevance.
Source: Yahoo Sports
