Tech Softball Announces Six 2019 Signees

LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech softball head coach Adrian Gregory and the Red Raider softball staff announced Thursday the signing of six student-athletes for the 2018-19 signing period.

The class features five signees from the state of Texas along with a highly touted prospect out of California. The additions include three infielders, two outfielders and a pitcher.

"This class overall is the most dynamic class, both on and off the field, we have signed to date," Gregory said. "All can play multiple positions as well as be serious threats at the plate. They also have a knack for keeping things light and making each other laugh. It is going to be an exciting bunch to follow!"

2019 SIGNEES

ALANNA BARRAZA | INF – Pomona, Calif. (Diamond Ranch HS)

Barraza comes to Texas Tech all the way from Pomona, Calif., where she was a three-year letterwinner for the Panthers in the infield. A multi-sport athlete who also played volleyball, Barraza was All-League each season and earned first team her sophomore and junior years. She was also an Academic All-League honoree and was the Panther Pride award winner. The daughter of George and Lisa, she enjoys crafting, organizing and dogs and plans to major in Marketing.

"I chose Tech because it had that spark. I stepped on campus and it just felt right that I'd be going there. Everyone truly lived up to the whole 'Friendliest City in America,' and the coaches all seemed to care so much about me. I was reassured that Tech would be my home in Texas, and I know I made the right decision."

"Alanna is a sure-handed middle infielder from California. She has been part of an elite program for many years and knows what it looks like to be great. She has a very good work ethic to pair with her skillset and we are looking for her to fit right in with our culture. I have seen this kid be a machine in workouts and am really excited to get to workout with her day in and day out!" – Coach Gregory

PAYTON JACKSON | OF – Missouri City, TX (Ridge Point HS)

Jackson comes to Lubbock from Missouri City, Texas, by way of Ridge Point High School. The home run record holder at RPHS, Jackson was a member of the 6A All-State Second Team her junior year and earned First Team All-District in the outfield all three years. Her play has helped lead the Panthers to the 6A Regional Quarterfinals all three seasons. The daughter of Forrest and Kim, she has two younger siblings, enjoys candy crush and plans to major in Business Marketing.

"The reason I chose Texas Tech is for the coaches and the atmosphere. The incredible program and campus is what made me fall in love with the school."

"Payton is an energetic outfielder that is never quiet on the field. She plays the game with poise and confidence every time she takes the field. Payton has so much personality and will definitely make a positive impact on our locker room. She loves the game of softball and will certainly make our outfield better as well as more vocal!" – Coach Gregory

Amanda DeSario | OF – Keller, TX (Keller HS)

DeSario is a highly decorated outfielder out of Keller High School in Keller, Texas. Leading the Lady Indians to 6A state titles in 2016 and 2017, DeSario is a three-time All-State first team selection in 2015 and 2016, the District 5-6A Newcomer of the Year her freshman season and the Co-Defensive Player of the Year for District 3-6A as a junior. The daughter of Jeffery and Julie, she is one of four siblings, enjoys fishing and plans to be a pre-med major.

"I chose Tech because it is a very beautiful campus and makes me feel safe. I'll be majoring in pre-med, and I was able to tour the hospital by campus. It made me extremely excited to be around it and see how much there is to learn."

"Amanda is an extremely competitive ball player that hates to lose. She is irritated if she gets beat in a race, which doesn't happen very often with her being one of the fastest kids we have signed to date. Amanda is a lefty triple-threat slapper/outfielder that has a legit arm and can throw anybody out at the plate. I'm pumped to watch this kid grow and see what she accomplishes in her career!" – Coach Gregory

Brianna Aranzeta | UTL – League City, TX (Clear Creek HS)

Aranzeta is a versatile utility player that comes to Tech from League City, Texas, by way of Clear Creek High School. She has been named All-District 24-6A First Team each of her first three seasons, All-County First Team as a junior and All-County Second Team the two years prior. Involved in a number of extra-curriculars off the field such as student council and four different National Honor Societies, Aranzeta is batting over .400 for her high school career and is the school leader in home runs. The daughter of Carlos and Perla, she is one of five siblings, enjoys drawing and plans to major in finance.

"I chose Texas Tech because it felt like home and because of the amazing support from the community, alumni and that the athletes have for one another."

"Brianna is one of the most versatile athletes I have ever recruited. She can play any fielding position as well catch. It is always freeing as a coach to have a kid that is comfortable anywhere on the field and that is Bree. She also is one of the happiest kids we have seen on the recruiting trail. She always has a smile on her face and head full of jokes. We anticipated her to make a direct impact in our lineup and definitely keep things light!" – Coach Gregory

Chloe Cobb | INF – Katy, TX (Katy HS)

Cobb hails from Katy, Texas, where she was a member of the No. 1-ranked program in the nation according to MaxPreps. She was an all-district first teamer her freshman and sophomore seasons before earning Class 6A All-State First Team by TGCA as a junior. The daughter of Sean and Courtnee, Chloe has a brother that plays baseball at Texas and plans to major in kinesiology and become a physical therapist.

"This team and these coaches have felt like family from the first day I set foot on campus four years ago. Everyone genuinely cares about everyone else. We are going to do special things. Choosing Tech will always be the best decision I've made."

"Chloe can flat out swing. When you watch her step in the box, you know she has the ability to do great things. She pitches and plays first base in high school but we will mainly be using her has a first base/hitter on our squad. Chloe has the potential to fill the shoes, as well as receive similar accolades, of our graduating first baseman Jessica Hartwell. The sky is the limit for Chloe, and we are happy that she is a Red Raider!" – Coach Gregory

Kamryn Caldwell | RHP – San Antonio, TX (Reagan HS)

Caldwell heads to the South Plains from San Antonio, Texas, where she starred at Reagan High School as a pitcher and utility player for four years. She threw five perfect games during her high school career on her way to All-District 26-6A honors each of her first three years. As a utility player, she earned All-District 26-6A First Team and Team MVP her sophomore season after earning honorable mention as a freshman. Her junior season, she was awarded First Team All-District and All-Area as a pitcher. The daughter of Ryan and Christie, she enjoys photography and traveling and will major in kinesiology.

"I chose Tech because it just felt so much like home. There's just something about the people in Lubbock and the atmosphere there. Everyone is so kind and supportive. It's amazing!"

"Kamryn is a tough, competitive right handed pitcher/hitter currently from San Antonio. She comes from a military family that has shown her how to be comfortable in her own skin and work her tail off for what she wants. Kam is our lone pitcher in this class and will certainly see time in the circle. I'm excited to see where this kid can go once we get her here full time!" – Coach Gregory

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