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The Urbandale native and Waukee Northwest standout is already a state champion, national All-American, and one of the top-ranked players in the 2028 class. Her resume reads like that of a college junior, not a 15-year-old balancing TikToks, youth group, and high school homework.

When you talk about the next wave of impact players in softball, one name that continues to rise is Aedre Ault, a 2028 Top 100 prospect making her mark with Outlaws National 2027☠ (16U). Ranked #42 by LineDrive and #45 by Extra Innings Softball (EIS), the 5-foot-9 outfielder and first baseman blends power, speed, and versatility in a way that has already caught the attention of major programs across the country.

Her dominance has made her one of the most coveted arms in the 2025 class. Softball America ranks her the No. 26 overall recruit and No. 10 pitcher in the nation with a four-star, 96 rating. Line Drive Media has her slotted as the No. 2 overall recruit, while Extra Innings tabbed her as the No. 1 pitcher in the country.