Yuba City senior infielder Chloe Gonzales (13) blasts a home run against River Valley during the Honkers’ loss on April 2. Photo by Chris Pedigo

YUBA-SUTTER, CA (YSBC) - As the official end of the 2026 spring sports ended this past weekend with NorCal Championships, it’s time to recognize the achievements of the outstanding athletes throughout our area.

Today, we focus on the Sac-Joaquin Section softball list.

These teams were based on observations throughout the season where statistics and playoff success factored in some decisions. Overall observations throughout the season determined final debates.

River Valley sophomore pitcher Apple Ward (19) tosses a pitch during the Falcons’ loss to Sutter on May 7. Photo by Steven Bryla

First Team: Chloe Gonzales, Yuba City; Lilliana Speakman, Sutter; Bryse Agnew, River Valley; Ashlynn Wheeler, Lindhurst; Ashtynne Agarenzo, Wheatland; Maddison Stead, Yuba City; Apple Ward, River Valley; Gisele Thao, Lindhurst; Tatum Sousa, Wheatland; Malaina Wilder, Sutter; and Naiema Cawthon, Yuba City.

Second Team: Gabriella Jones, Sutter; Emylee Hull, River Valley; Ella Woolery, Wheatland; Alison Diaz-Valadez, Lindhurst; Emma Mallen, Marysville; Taylorlyn Anderson, Yuba City; Kimberly Diaz-Valadez, Lindhurst; Gwendylyn Chan, Wheatland; Kaitlyn Garcia, River Valley; Kalena Delacerna, Sutter; Imani Smith, Marysville; Marissa Widener, River Valley; Danika Alvarez, Yuba City; and Lexi Callison, Sutter.

Sutter sophomore Gabriella Jones (10) connects for the Huskies’ lone run in their loss to Dixon. Photo by Steven Bryla

Third Team: Stella Gonzales, Yuba City; Brooklyn Murphey, Sutter; Paisley Morgan, Wheatland; Yasmin Medina, Lindhurst; Victoria Lopez, Yuba City; Isabelle Cuellar, Sutter;and Kaylee Logan, Sutter.

Honorable Mention: Izabella Acosta, Marysville; Khloe Harrison, River Valley; Michelle Lockhart, Lindhurst; Ellie Rounds, Wheatland;  Kinley Bennett, Marysville; Madison Jackson, Yuba City; Abella Ramirez, Lindhurst; Charlize Harryman, Marysville; Alexis Otero, River Valley; and Addison Landrum, Marysville.

Wheatland junior Ellie Rounds (7) slaps a ball during the Pirates’ defeat on March 26 to Lincoln. Photo by Chris Pedigo

YSBC Northern Section All-Area Selections from East Nicolaus

First Team: Kylah Glenn, Sky Kim, Hailey Glenn.

Second Team: Makinze Massey, Arii Denis.

Third Team: Sophia Vega.

Honorable Mention: Avelina Machado, Kaylyn Ponce and Lily Smith.