In a year packed with unforgettable moments, explosive plays, and individual brilliance, Texas A&M softball carved its place into the national spotlight in dramatic fashion—even if the season finale didn’t end with confetti and a championship trophy. But as the dust settles on 2025, three electrifying Aggies have risen above the rest, earning elite recognition on Softball America’s prestigious Top 100 Players of the 2025 Season list.
The Aggie trio includes sophomore phenom Mya Perez (No. 34), defensive legend Koko Wooley (No. 62), and versatile powerhouse Mac Barbara (No. 77). Together, they didn’t just play softball—they redefined it in Aggieland.
Mya Perez: The Record-Breaking Sophomore Sensation
Coming in at an impressive No. 34 on the list is Mya Perez, the sophomore slugger from California who delivered a season for the ages. If you blinked, you missed her tearing up the stat sheet.
Perez led the Aggies in four major offensive categories—batting average (.424), RBIs (a school-record 73, breaking a mark that stood for over four decades), walks, and total bases. She also shared the team lead in home runs with a career-high 16 long balls, each one a thunderous reminder of her presence at the plate.
With the swagger of a veteran and the poise of a rising superstar, Perez didn’t just show up—she took over. Her breakout year has positioned her as one of the most feared hitters in the country heading into 2026, and her place in the Top 40 is both well-deserved and just the beginning.
Koko Wooley: The Golden-Gloved General Says Goodbye in Style
If you’ve watched Texas A&M softball over the last four years, then you know Koko Wooley has been the heart and soul of the Aggie defense. This season, she didn’t just anchor the infield—she built a wall.
Earning the No. 62 spot on the list, Wooley capped off her collegiate career by becoming the first Aggie ever to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award—a staggering feat for a program steeped in tradition. With a dazzling .968 fielding percentage, she turned shortstop into an art form, routinely pulling off highlight-reel plays and making the impossible look easy.
Wooley’s legacy isn’t just measured in statistics. It’s written in grit, leadership, and a relentless will to win. Her inclusion in the Top 100 is not just a reflection of her elite talent—it’s a bittersweet farewell to one of the most iconic figures in Aggie softball history.
Mac Barbara: The Transfer Titan Who Powered the Aggie Lineup
Rounding out the Aggies’ representation at No. 77 is Mac Barbara, the graduate transfer who brought a big bat and even bigger heart from San Diego State to College Station.
Known for her explosive offense, Barbara smashed 12 home runs and collected 68 RBIs, most of them in clutch moments that kept Texas A&M in the fight. She served primarily as the team’s designated hitter, but when injuries forced her behind the plate, Barbara answered the call with the confidence of a seasoned veteran—despite it being unfamiliar territory.
Her adaptability, power, and team-first mentality made her a cornerstone of the Aggies’ 2025 campaign. In a season filled with ups and downs, Barbara was the steadying force that brought grit and fire to the lineup every single game.
A Season of Stars—Recognition, Redemption, and Respect
Sure, the postseason run fell short of College Station’s lofty expectations—but that doesn’t define the 2025 Aggie squad. This team was laced with talent, forged through adversity, and driven by an unrelenting desire to be great. And nowhere is that excellence more evident than in the national accolades earned by Perez, Wooley, and Barbara.
Their inclusion in the Softball America Top 100 isn’t just personal—it’s a testament to the hard work, resilience, and undeniable talent that pulses through the heart of Aggie softball.
So, to the rest of the NCAA softball world: Texas A&M is not just on the rise—they’re already here.
And with stars like Mya Perez returning and a culture built by legends like Koko Wooley and Mac Barbara, don’t be surprised when Kyle Field’s little sister, Davis Diamond, starts shaking just as loud.
