Arden Breedlove has record-setting season for Austin softball team

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:33 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Summary

Arden Breedlove of Austin earns her second Player of the Year honor after an exceptional season. She batted.589 with 27 home runs, 98 RBIs, and 89 runs scored, while stealing 32 bases. Breedlove holds multiple school records, including most home runs and RBIs in a career. Her performance has significantly influenced Austin's young team and their success in reaching the state tournament for the second consecutive year. As she departs the program, Breedlove reflects on her impact on her teammates and the school’s softball legacy.

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  • Breedlove batted.589 with 27 home runs this season.
  • She holds Austin records for 68 home runs and 279 RBIs.
  • Austin reached the state tournament for the second straight year.
  • Her leadership helped develop younger players on the team.
  • Breedlove is recognized as one of the top players in Alabama.
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  • 12:33 PMYahoo SportsBreedlove put up video-game numbers en-route to second Player of the Year honor
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Jun. 12—The term "video game numbers" gets thrown around a lot in sports, but in the case of Austin's Arden Breedlove, it definitely applies. The 2026 Decatur Daily Class 5A-7A softball player of the year had an outstanding season for the Black Bears, batting .589 with 98 RBIs, 89 runs scored and 27 home runs, while stealing 32 bases. She now holds Austin's school records for most home runs ...

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