November 11, 2026 | Softball
Tech has four from the 2027 class sign to program
LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech softball announces the signing of four student athletes from the 2027 class to join the program next season.
The class is highlighted by catcher Hollynn Gentry who is the No. 11 rated recruit in the 2027 class according to Softball America/Rivals and is the first five-star freshman in program history to sign to the Red Raiders. Taylor Poland is another top recruit, coming in at No. 131 in the Softball America/Rivals rankings. She is the top-rated player in Alabama and 19th among outfielders.
Hollynn Gentry – Catcher – Fontana, California
"Hollynn is a huge addition to our program," Gerry Glasco said. "She is the complete package of size, strength and athleticism and combines her God-given talents with a tremendous work habit which has allowed her to become one of the top 10 recruits in the 2027 class. We expect her to come in and compete right away for a starting job and look forward to watching her develop over the next five years."
"Hollynn has played for the highly successful Athletics Mercado organization for several years at the 18 and under level and has a national championship to her name. She has been well coached and played against top competition which will allow her game to translate easier at the next level."
Londyn Bond – INF – Bartlesville, Oklahoma
"London is an athlete that we believe has the tools to really develop in the coming seasons," Glasco said. "She is extremely strong and physical yet has a good amount of speed on the base paths. She is a 4.0 student in the classroom and like the other members of this class will be a tremendous addition in our efforts to continue academic performance in this program."
Skylar Knight – Outfield – Trinity, Texas
"Skylar will bring extreme speed and athleticism to our program," Glasco said. "An extremely quick and fast athletic outfielder with a strong arm who can steal a base or hit a home run at any time. Skylar is extremely explosive and will be a fun player for our fans to watch."
Taylor Poland – Outfield – Orange Beach, Alabama
"Taylor is an athletic outfield with a great arm and an ability to hit for power that will bring a strong, physical, athletic presence to our program," Glasco said. "A great student in the classroom with a tremendous work habit. We believe she will be able to contribute greatly to our program in the coming years."
"These four athletes are all outstanding students that will represent our program at the highest level academically and on the field," Glasco said. "As a coach, I am so proud of the records we are setting in the academic arena and these kids will only add to that."
The class is highlighted by catcher Hollynn Gentry who is the No. 11 rated recruit in the 2027 class according to Softball America/Rivals and is the first five-star freshman in program history to sign to the Red Raiders. Taylor Poland is another top recruit, coming in at No. 131 in the Softball America/Rivals rankings. She is the top-rated player in Alabama and 19th among outfielders.
Hollynn Gentry – Catcher – Fontana, California
"Hollynn is a huge addition to our program," Gerry Glasco said. "She is the complete package of size, strength and athleticism and combines her God-given talents with a tremendous work habit which has allowed her to become one of the top 10 recruits in the 2027 class. We expect her to come in and compete right away for a starting job and look forward to watching her develop over the next five years."
"Hollynn has played for the highly successful Athletics Mercado organization for several years at the 18 and under level and has a national championship to her name. She has been well coached and played against top competition which will allow her game to translate easier at the next level."
Londyn Bond – INF – Bartlesville, Oklahoma
"London is an athlete that we believe has the tools to really develop in the coming seasons," Glasco said. "She is extremely strong and physical yet has a good amount of speed on the base paths. She is a 4.0 student in the classroom and like the other members of this class will be a tremendous addition in our efforts to continue academic performance in this program."
Skylar Knight – Outfield – Trinity, Texas
"Skylar will bring extreme speed and athleticism to our program," Glasco said. "An extremely quick and fast athletic outfielder with a strong arm who can steal a base or hit a home run at any time. Skylar is extremely explosive and will be a fun player for our fans to watch."
Taylor Poland – Outfield – Orange Beach, Alabama
"Taylor is an athletic outfield with a great arm and an ability to hit for power that will bring a strong, physical, athletic presence to our program," Glasco said. "A great student in the classroom with a tremendous work habit. We believe she will be able to contribute greatly to our program in the coming years."
"These four athletes are all outstanding students that will represent our program at the highest level academically and on the field," Glasco said. "As a coach, I am so proud of the records we are setting in the academic arena and these kids will only add to that."
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