Lynchburg, Va. -- University of Lynchburg center infielder Sarah Watts has been named to the Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) All-State First Team for the second consecutive season.

Watts earned the honor for her standout play at shortstop during the 2025 season. She opened the year at second base, starting the first 16 games at that position before transitioning to shortstop for the final 26 contests.

The South Boston, Va. native posted a .333 batting average, tallying 43 hits—including a team-best 18 extra-base knocks with 11 doubles, two triples, and five home runs. She also led the Hornets in several offensive categories, finishing the season with 34 runs scored, 31 RBIs, 19 walks, a .416 on-base percentage, and a .566 slugging percentage.

Watts' consistent production and versatility helped cement her spot on the All-State First Team once again as one of the top infielders in the Commonwealth.

VaSID Softball All-State Teams

Player of the Year – Laci Campbell, Virginia Wesleyan
Pitcher of the Year – Gracie Ellis, Randolph-Macon
Rookie of the Year – Morgan Tucker, Virginia Wesleyan
Coach of the Year – Brandon Elliott, Virginia Welsyena

First Team
Pitcher – Gracie Ellis, Randolph-Macon
Pitcher – Lauren Bible, Virginia Wesleyan
Pitcher – Jamie Martin, Christopher Newport
Catcher – Olivia Knight, Virginia Wesleyan
First Base – Morgan Tucker, Virginia Wesleyan
Second Base – Laci Campbell, Virginia Wesleyan
Shortstop – Sarah Watts, Lynchburg
Third Base – Brooke Greaver, Christopher Newport
Outfield – Candace Slaw, Christopher Newport
Outfield – Sarah Prosser, Virginia Wesleyan
Outfield – Amanda Lanyon, Ranolph-Macon
Designated Player – Naomi Sadler, Randolph-Macon
Utility – Cora Thomas, Christopher Newport

Second Team
Pitcher – Hannah Hearl, Virginia Wesleyan
Pitcher – Maggie McCray, Roanoke
Pitcher – Kate Alger, Christopher Newport
Catcher – Kayla Davis, Randolph-Macon
First Base – Reagan Hill, Randolph-Macon
Second Base – Tori Powell, Randolph-Macon
Shortstop – Kendall Bentley, Christopher Newport
Third Base – Mackenzie Myers, Virginia Wesleyan
Outfield – Sammy Drew, Christopher Newport
Outfield – Brenna Morefield, Christopher Newport
Outfield – Carson Bradsher, Averett
Utility – Rylee Humble, Randolph 

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