Mia Johnson, a senior third baseman for Parkside softball, has earned the 2026 GLIAC Commissioner's Award for the second consecutive year, highlighting her excellence on and off the field. Johnson concluded her standout career, making history as a two-time NFCA All-American and securing unanimous First Team All-America honors. She led the GLIAC in several categories and ranked highly nationally, demonstrating her immense impact in the sport. Over the season, she achieved impressive batting statistics and set a new program record for career doubles.

By the Numbers
  • Johnson slashed .456/.605/.966, with 67 hits and 17 home runs in 52 games.
  • She ranks first in the GLIAC in multiple categories, including batting average and home runs.
  • Johnson achieved a .981 fielding percentage with just 3 errors over the season.
  • She holds the Parkside career record with 58 doubles, breaking a nearly three-decade-old record.
State of Play
  • Johnson has been named First Team All-GLIAC for the fourth time in her career.
  • She achieved a .372 batting average and .533 on-base percentage in conference play.
What's Next

Johnson's continued success may pave the way for potential career opportunities in professional softball or related fields, leveraging her academic and athletic accomplishments.

Bottom Line

Johnson's exceptional performance solidifies her legacy in Parkside softball history, marking her as one of the program's all-time greats and a model for future student-athletes.