Nevada Softball has received significant accolades ahead of the 2026 season, with Hailey McLean earning the title of Mountain West Preseason Pitcher of the Year. Alongside McLean, Madison Clark and Haylee Engelbrecht were recognized on the Preseason All-Mountain West Team. The Wolf Pack, coming off a successful 2025 season, is also predicted to finish second in the conference based on a coaches' poll where they secured four first-place votes.

By the Numbers
  • Hailey McLean led the team with a 2.62 ERA, achieving 17 wins and striking out 149 batters in 138.2 innings.
  • Madison Clark had a .380 overall batting average, improving to .493 in conference play, with 63 hits and 26 stolen bases.
  • Haylee Engelbrecht recorded a .327 batting average with 12 extra-base hits in conference play.
State of Play
  • Nevada's 2026 schedule includes eight opponents from the 2025 NCAA Tournament.
  • The Wolf Pack starts their season on February 6 at The Tiger Classic in Baton Rouge, LA.
What's Next

As Nevada embarks on its campaign, early matchups against powerhouse teams like UCLA and Oregon will be crucial for setting the tone for the season and reinforcing the team's championship aspirations.

Bottom Line

Nevada Softball's preseason honors highlight the team's potential, but upcoming challenges against elite competition will be critical to maintain momentum from last year and successfully defend their Mountain West title.