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The 2025 NFCA Spring High School All-Region Teams have been announced, and Layla Ogden, a junior at South Warren High School, has been named to the First Team for Region VIII as a Utility/Starting Pitcher (Utility/SP) — a testament to her all-around dominance on the diamond this season. First Team Region VIII was a (13) player list.Region VIII includes high school programs from Kentucky, Ohio, Missouri, Indiana, and Virginia. Ogden’s selection places her among the most elite high school softball players in the country, chosen from a pool of 192 honorees, including 50 juniors, 83 seniors, 37 sophomores, 20 freshmen, and 2 eighth-graders.

NFCA member head coaches nominate and vote for the top student-athletes in their respective regions. First Team selections like Ogden are now eligible for NFCA High School All-America honors, which will be determined by a national vote and announced on July 18.

The NFCA (National Fastpitch Coaches Association) is the professional organization for fastpitch softball coaches nationwide, known for its prestigious awards, national rankings, and educational leadership.

Ogden’s selection reflects not only her versatility and excellence as both a pitcher and position player but also her leadership and impact on the field throughout the 2025 season. She brings tremendous pride to South Warren High School, her team, and the Bowling Green community.

For the full list of honorees and more information, visit www.nfca.org.