The Softball America Spotlight: 2026 Catalina Baronci
As Softball America grows its coverage at all levels, we continue our recruiting spotlight series with Catalina Baronci. The first baseman from Georgia recently committed to Georgia State University.
Name: Catalina Baronci
Primary Position(s): 1B
Class Year: 2026
Hometown: Braselton, Georgia
Travel Ball Organization: GA Unity
What is your favorite travel ball memory?
Winning ATL Legacy.
What’s the most important thing you’ve learned from a coach?
My character on and off the field is worth more than any talent.
How did you get interested in softball?
My brother played baseball and my dad played baseball and coached. My family was always at the ball field and I wanted dad to coach me too so I got into softball.
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What are your strengths as a player? What are you trying to improve on the most?
My strength is hitting and power. I see the ball well and I hit the ball well. I’m working on gaining speed when I run and become more agile.
What player(s) do you look up to the most?
My all-time favorite player is Aaron Judge from the New York Yankees.
What are your favorite hobbies outside of softball?
I love to go to church and hangout with friends.
What excites you the most about playing college softball?
I can’t wait to build bonds with teammates that’ll last a life time, I can’t wait to be a role model to young girls, and I’m most excited to become everything I’ve dreamed of.
