Bailey Holder Committed to University of Washington Softball
The Long Beach Poly junior has announced her commitment to join the Division I program.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Softball
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Long Beach Poly standout Bailey Holder has committed to play collegiate softball at the University of Washington. The junior athlete will finish her final two seasons of high school competition before heading to the Division I school.
Why it matters
Holder has established herself as a consistent offensive threat during her high school career, leading to her decision to join the Huskies program. Her commitment represents a significant milestone in her development as a top-tier student-athlete.
Holder currently maintains a .428 career varsity batting average with a 1.020 OPS. In 40 high school games, she has recorded 62 hits, 40 runs, and 28 RBIs.
The players
Bailey Holder
She is a junior softball player at Long Beach Poly who has committed to play at the University of Washington.
University of Washington
It is a major public research university in Seattle that competes in Division I athletics.
Long Beach Poly
It is a prominent public high school in Long Beach known for its high-performing athletic programs.
The details
To elevate her game to the collegiate level, Holder focused on shortening her swing and increasing her speed during training. She previously helped lead Long Beach Poly to a CIF-SS Championship during her freshman campaign.
Timeline
September 1, 2026: Official start date for recruitment contact.
2025-26: The current athletic school year for Long Beach Poly.
Season Trajectory
This commitment stabilizes the future roster outlook for the University of Washington while allowing Holder to focus on her remaining two seasons at Long Beach Poly. Her addition maintains the school's historical pipeline of athletes advancing to Division I collegiate programs.
Holder's commitment allows her to enter the 2025-26 season without the uncertainty of the recruitment process. Her career varsity metrics of a .454 OBP and 1.020 OPS position her as a focal point for Long Beach Poly's upcoming campaign.
The takeaway
Consistent high school performance and specialized training in swing mechanics can lead to opportunities at the Division I level. Athletes looking to mirror this trajectory should prioritize consistent statistical growth throughout their early varsity years.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The562.
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