Indiana Softball Announces Nine Signees

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. –––– Indiana Softball head coach Shonda Stanton announced the program's newest Hoosiers signing class on Wednesday. Indiana will add nine players as part of its 2026 signing class, of which seven are Hoosier grown. The 2026 class is ranked No. 32 nationally and No. 6 in the Big Ten according to D1 Softball.

Bria Bosiljevac, Emma Bruggenschmidt, Leah Helton, Lexi Iwema, Addison Martin, Brynn Meyer, Sarah Miller, Reese Mosolino and Haley Schatko will arrive in Bloomington in the fall of 2026.

"We are thrilled to welcome this incredibly smart, athletic, and versatile class to Indiana Softball," Head Coach Shonda Stanton said of the recruiting class. "They elevate us in every phase of the game. We have strengthened our team in the circle with a complementary pitching staff, added a strong ball player behind the plate, and secured position players who deliver both power and speed offensively. As multi-sport athletes who can step into different roles, this group brings balance, toughness and a competitive character that fits our brand. Their impact will be felt immediately."

Bria Bosiljevac
P/1B | Pittsburgh, Pa. | Shaler Area High School

Bats/Throws: L/R.
High school coach is Tom Source.
Plays travel ball for Unity Torres.
2025 5A WPIAL Champion.
2025 WPIAL Softball Player of the Year.
Two-time All-State Selection.
Pittsburgh Union Progress Comeback Player of the Year.
Owns 10 no-hitters and one perfect game in her career.
Has 381 career strikeouts through three years of high school ball.
Four-time academic honor roll.
Intended Major: Dietetics.

Parents are Michele Speck and Phillip Bosiljevac.

On picking IU…
BB: "There was not a moment where I felt like not smiling. I felt home away from home instantly on campus between the people and the places. I even knew it was for me when I had seen the smile on my parents' face knowing it would be a good pick for me."

Coach Stanton on Bria…
SS: "Bria is savvy pitcher with a spirited approach to competition. She plays with a natural freeness that is refreshing to watch. She generates a lot of swings and misses and keeps hitters off balance."

Emma Bruggenschmidt
SS/UT | Newburgh, Ind. | Castle High School

Bats/Throws: L/R.
High school coach is Pat Lockyear.
Plays travel ball for Beverly Bandits Premier.
Class 4A two-time Sectional Champion and one-time Regional Champion.
Three-time SIAC Champion.
With the Bandits:
- PGF Premier Division National Champion.
- IDT Premier Division Champion.
- Triple Crown Premier Division Champion.
- Top Gun Champion.
Two-time First Team All-State and one-time Second Team All-State.
Three-time First-Team All-SIAC.
NFCA All-Region pick.
Owns Castle program's career runs record (116), single-season hits record (60) and single-season run record (45).
PGF All-American for Class of 2026.
MVP of Midwest Nationals.
National Honor Society member.
Four-year and eight-time varsity letter winner (softball and volleyball).
Intended Major: Psychology or something in the medical field.

Parents are Eric and Ashlee Bruggenschmidt. Had one sister, Kate, who passed away at age 11. Her and her family lead her sister's foundation: Play For Kate.

On picking IU…
EB: "I picked Indiana University because it felt like home. I wanted to play for my home state and wear the cream and crimson. Playing in the Big Ten has always been a dream of mine. The coaching staff at IU, the athletic programs, facilities and education are second to none. I can't wait to be a Hoosier."

Coach Stanton on Emma…
SS: "Emma competes with fire and leads with confidence. Her athletic stature and smooth lefty swing give her a standout presence, and her high-level volleyball background elevates her into a dynamic performer on the defensive side of the field."

Leah Helton
P | Zionsville, Ind. | Zionsville Community High School

Bats/Throws: Right.
High school coach is Mike Garrett.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Magic Gold 18U Green.
2025 First Team All-State Selection.
2024 Third-Team All-State.
Two-Time First Team All-HCC.
2025 Central Indiana USA Today Super First Team.
2025 Hoosier Crossroads Conference Champions.
2025 16U Triple Crown Nationals All-Tournament Team.
120 IP, 159 Ks, 1.45 ERA, 16-5 record in the circle.
.421 batting average, .500 OBP, 8 HR, 31 RBI.
Two-time Eagle Scholar.
National Honor Society.
Intended Major: Business.

Parents are Kathy and Chris Helton. Has a brother named Matthew.

On picking IU…
LH: "I love the environment in Bloomington and how close I'll be to home. The coaches and team are incredibly supportive, and I can't wait to be a part of it!"

Coach Stanton on Leah…
SS: "Leah is a power pitcher who will be a dominant force for us on both sides of the ball. She walks in excellence, competes with a tenacious, smart mindset, and is driven to succeed the highest level."

Lexi Iwema
SS/UT | St. John, Ind. | Lake Central High School

Bats/Throws: L/R.
High school coach is Yvette Tovar.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Magic Gold.
4A Regional Champion for Lake Central.
Her and the Magic Gold won the Power 5 Championship and tied for HFL Championship.
All-State Selection.
Alliance All-Tourney Teams and Alliance Stars of Tomorrow.
18U USA National Team Tryout.
Hit .417 at the plate, .519 on-base percentage, .750 slugging percentage, 31 RBI, 37 runs scored, seven doubles, three triples, five home runs last year for Lake Central.
Four-time academic and athletic letterwinner in softball, volleyball and basketball.
Won 4A semi-state in volleyball and was a 4A State Runner-up in basketball.
National Honor Society.
Intended Major: Physiology with possible emphasis on Sports Psychology.

Parents are Todd and Leslie Iwema.

On picking IU…
LI: "I am proud to represent my home state and play the game I love so close to home."

Coach Stanton on Lexi…
SS: "Lexi brings a feisty, full-throttle competitiveness to every rep. She is explosive in everything she does, and capable of playing anywhere on the field. She is a clutch competitor and three sport gritty athlete."

Addie Martin
OF | Franklin, Ind. | Franklin Community High School

Bats/Throws: L/R
High school coach is Kayla Craft.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Gators Premier 18U Meyer/Lloyd.
2025 Third-Team All-State Selection.
In 2025, she hit .534 at the plate, had 17 RBI, 12 stolen bases and a .580 OBP.
Career high school batting average of .518 through three years.
Won her high school team's offensive MVP award in 2024 and 2025.
Four-time varsity letterwinner in softball, volleyball and track and field.
National Honors Society.
Sage Award Recipient.
Intended Major: Animal Behavior.

Parents are Andrea and Elgin Martin. Has a sister named Kirsten.

On picking IU…
AM: "I loved the campus, it was close to home, and I know that the coaches will push me to meet my goals."

Coach Stanton on Addison…
SS: "Addie is quick, fast, agile, - a crafty athlete who uses every tool to put pressure on opponents and create scoring opportunities. She is a field general in the grass that can flat out run gap to gap. As a multi-sport stand-out and record setting athlete, she will bring that winning edge to the Hoosiers."

Brynn Meyer
INF | Greenwood, Ind. | Center Grove High School

Bats/Throws: L/R.
High school coach is Alyssa Coleman.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Gators Premier 18U Meyer/Lloyd.
Three-time County Champion.
Two-time Sectional Champion.
2025 Semi-State Champion.
2025 All-County Selection.
2025 Central Indiana Super Team.
Team's Rookie of the Year (2023).
Owns a high school career batting average of .470 and on-base percentage of .502.
Three-time Academic All-Trojan Award and two-years on Student-Athlete Leadership Team.
Intended Major: Biology.

Parents are Jennifer and Brandon Meyer. Has one sibling named Kendall.

On picking IU…
BM: "I chose IU because it felt like home the moment I stepped foot on campus. The atmosphere created by the coaches and players is something I cannot wait to be a part of. From both the athletics and academics standpoint, IU checked everything off my list."

Coach Stanton on Brynn…
SS: "Brynn is a smooth infielder with fluid footwork patterns and soft hands. She can handle both sides of the infield having range and slots for up the middle and quickness and instinctual play for a corner. She brings a disciplined and positive, team first attitude."

Sarah Miller
OF/1B | Indianapolis, Ind. | Franklin Central High School

Bats/Throws: L/L.
High school coach is Erica Glasner.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Gators Premier 18U Meyer/Lloyd.
Part of back-to-back Johnson County championship teams.
All-HCC (Hoosier Crossroads Conference).
All-Johnson County pick.
2^nd Team NFCA All-Region.
Hit for a .463 BA, 52 RBI and 82 runs in her first three years of high school.
Intended Major: Business or Engineering.

Parents are Silvia and Nick Miller. Has a brother named Ben.

On picking IU…
SM: "Has great academics and an amazing coaching staff. IU has always felt like home, my dad went to IU, my brother is currently at IU, and it's a place I've always loved."

Coach Stanton on Sarah…
SS: Sarah packs a punch with her lefty stick. She has a strong presence and softball IQ at the plate. Her versatility impacts the game defensively and will provide valuable depth to strengthen our lineup."

Reese Mosolino
P | Crystal Lake, Ill. | Prairie Ride High School

Throws: Right.
High school coach is Scott Busman.
Travel team is Firecrackers Select Rico/Brashear.
Her high school team finished in third in the state tournament.
2023 Triple Crown National Champion.
Two-time First Team All-State.
Three-time First Team All-Conference.
Northwest Herald Athlete of the Year.
Owns a .836 ERA through three years of high school.
Has 500 career high school strikeouts through three years of high school.
Intended Major: Sport Marketing and Management.

Parents are Kelly and Tim Mosolino. Siblings are Hunter and Kennedy.

On picking IU…
RM: "It felt like home the minute I stepped on campus."

Coach Stanton on Reese…
SS: "Reese has tremendous build, strong frame and composed presence on the mound. She continues to elevate her game, feeds the defense, and throws a heavy ball."

Haley Schatko
C/3B | Noblesville, Ind. | Noblesville High School

Bats/Throws: R/R.
High school coach is Deke Bullard.
Plays travel ball for Indiana Magic Gold Bennett/Goddard.
2025 Noblesville Offensive POTY.
2025 All-Hamilton County First Team.
2025 All-Hoosier Crossroads Conference First Team.
2025 4A Sectional Champion.
2023 Triple Crown National Champions.
2023 Alliance Tier 1 National Runners-Up.
Slashed .458/.516/1.323/.807 with 6 HR and 33 RBI.
Intended Major: Ophthalmology/Optometry.

Parents are John and Rachael Schatko. Has a sister named Bella.

On picking IU…
HS: "I chose IU because I knew it was home. Every time I visited campus, the environment was electric. I know that I will get the opportunity to play high level softball along with skilled players and knowledgeable coaches. I couldn't imagine a better fit for the next 4 years of my career as an athlete and player."

Coach Stanton on Haley…
SS: Haley combines power at the plate and poise in the field. She handles all types of pitchers well, has the ability to play a corner, and her love for the game is evident. She brings a fun, spirited and infectious energy to the locker room."

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