Big returning core gives UCLA softball a head start on 2027
UCLA softball is preparing for the 2027 season with a strong returning core despite the departure of key seniors. Coach Kelly Inouye-Perez is optimistic about the team's potential, especially with six starters returning and a promising freshman class. The Bruins aim to build on their recent success and continue their competitive culture.
- ▪UCLA softball will lose seniors Megan Grant, Jordan Woolery, and Taylor Tinsley after their exit from the Women’s College World Series.
- ▪The team is set to return six starters, including All-American Rylee Slimp and shortstop Aleena Garcia.
- ▪UCLA's freshmen class is ranked No. 19 by Softball America, featuring top prospect Aubrey McLaughlin.
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Sports Big returning core gives UCLA softball a head start on 2027 By Ben Bolch Published June 2, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google As much praise as she heaped on her record-shattering seniors this season, Kelly Inouye-Perez also made sure to celebrate another group. “The younger Bruins,” the UCLA softball coach said before the start of the NCAA Tournament, “are playing up.” Now they will be the Bruins to play on after the departures of Megan Grant, Jordan Woolery and Taylor Tinsley following the team’s exit from the Women’s College World Series. 3 Rylee Slimp is expected to play a huge role for the Bruins next year after garnering All-American honors as a sophomore.
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