Coastal Carolina Softball Bolsters Roster with Five Transfer Additions
CONWAY, S.C. – Coastal Carolina University softball is poised for a competitive 2026 season following the announcement of five impactful transfer additions by head coach Kelley green. These experienced players join a promising class of six incoming freshmen, creating a dynamic blend of talent and potential within the Chanticleers program. The incoming transfers represent a diverse range of collegiate experience and skillsets, designed to elevate the team’s performance across the board.
Experienced Arms Join the Chanticleers
The core of these additions lies in bolstering the pitching staff. Coach Green has strategically targeted pitchers with proven track records, aiming to create a formidable presence in the Sun Belt Conference.
Savannah Jones, a graduate student arriving from Bucknell University, brings a wealth of accolades from the Patriot League. Jones consistently demonstrated dominance, earning First team All-conference honors in 2024 and Second Team recognition in both 2023 and 2025. Her senior campaign was especially notable, highlighted by three Pitcher of the Week awards and a spot on the Patriot League All-Tournament team. Jones’ ability to consistently perform under pressure will be a valuable asset. Currently, pitchers with similar profiles – like UCLA’s Megan Faraimo, who boasts a sub-2.00 ERA – are highly sought after, demonstrating the importance of experienced, high-performing pitchers in collegiate softball.
Reagan Troy, a sophomore transfer, offers immediate power and a high strikeout rate. Across 129.1 innings pitched,Troy recorded an impressive 173 strikeouts,showcasing her ability to disrupt hitters. This level of strikeout production is comparable to that of current collegiate stars like Oklahoma’s Jordy Bahl, known for her remarkable swing-and-miss stuff. Coach Green anticipates Troy will quickly become an elite pitcher within the Sun Belt and beyond.
Mackenzie Childers,a senior from North Texas University,adds further depth and experience to the pitching rotation. Childers has a history of success against challenging competition, earning two American Athletic Conference (AAC) Pitcher of the Week awards and an ACC Weekly Honor Roll mention. Throughout her career, spanning 54 appearances and 23 starts, she has accumulated 12 wins and maintained a .203 opponent batting average over 141.0 innings. Her ability to limit opposing hitters is a key strength.
Versatility and Fresh Talent Round Out the Class
Beyond the pitching circle,the Chanticleers are adding valuable positional players.
Kaelin Cash, a graduate student, will bring a veteran presence to the team. Details regarding her specific collegiate experience were not instantly available, but her graduate student status suggests a level of maturity and leadership that will benefit the program.Hannah Bendle, a junior, is expected to contribute to the team’s offensive and defensive capabilities. Specific details regarding her collegiate statistics were not immediatly available, but her addition adds depth to the roster.These five transfers will integrate with a talented group of six incoming freshmen – Bailey Huff, Leah Kendall, georgia Moss, Izzy Ramirez, Kelsey Sawvell, and Sara Zink – who previously signed during National Signing Day on november 13th. This combination of experienced transfers and promising newcomers positions Coastal Carolina softball for a accomplished future.Coach Green expressed enthusiasm for the incoming class, emphasizing the program’s commitment to building a competitive and well-rounded team. Fans can follow the Chanticleers on social media (@CoastalSoftball on X, @goccusports on Instagram, and facebook.com/CCUChanticleers on Facebook) or visit goccusports.com for complete coverage of CCU softball.