Dallas-Area Softball Stars Shine in Women’s College World Series
The Women’s College World Series (WCWS) is here, and honestly, the excitement is hard to miss. Both Texas and Texas Tech are heading to Oklahoma City, chasing that national championship in softball.
This year feels extra special for Dallas-area fans. Several former local standouts are about to show off their skills on the biggest stage. From high school legends to college stars, these players have come a long way, and their journeys say a lot about how deep the softball culture runs in Dallas.
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Some names just jump out when you look at the roster. These athletes didn’t just shine in high school—they’re still making their hometowns proud in college.
Crabtree: A Legacy of Excellence
Crabtree, who grew up in Melissa’s powerhouse program, is one of those names you can’t ignore. She was *The Dallas Morning News’ Offensive Player of the Year* in 2025, which honestly says a lot.
Her high school stats? Wild. She hit .545, smashed 20 home runs, and drove in 60 RBIs, leading Melissa to the 5A-I state championship. She also picked up the MVP award at the 2024 5A state championship, plus *The News’ 2024 Softball Player of the Year*.
And get this—her mom, Cassie Crabtree, coaches at Melissa now. That’s a pretty cool family legacy in softball.
Even though Crabtree hasn’t seen much action as a Longhorn freshman—just 11 games and 12 at-bats—her high school career keeps people talking. She’s definitely one to watch as she gets more chances.
Wallace: Speed and Versatility
Wallace, from Plano West, has made her mark too. She was a two-time All-District pick in 2021 and 2022, and landed first-team all-area honors in 2023.
This season, she hasn’t had many plate appearances for Texas—just four at-bats in 36 games—but she’s been a go-to pinch runner. Wallace’s speed lets her score when it counts, racking up 15 runs this year.
Wilson: A Promising Talent
Wilson, out of North Forney, is another name you’ll want to remember. She earned first-team All-District honors twice in high school.
She hasn’t played yet for the Longhorns as a freshman, but with her background, it feels like only a matter of time before she gets her shot.
Texas Tech’s Key Player: Halleman
Halleman, a junior outfielder from Flower Mound, has been making things happen for Texas Tech since her first year. Back in high school, *The News* named her to the all-area first team in 2023, and she landed a spot on the All-Big 12 Freshman Team.
This season, Halleman’s played in 53 games and started 12 of them. She’s hitting .409 over 22 at-bats, with 22 runs and five walks.
Her real edge is on the bases. She’s fifth on the team in steals and hasn’t been caught yet—13-for-13 so far. Opposing defenses have to keep an eye on her every time she’s on base.
The Road Ahead
The Women’s College World Series is underway, and honestly, it’s hard not to keep an eye on these former Dallas-area standouts. Their high school achievements were impressive, and now they’re making real contributions to their college teams.
The WCWS gives these athletes a huge stage to show what they can do. It’s also pretty inspiring for young softball players in Dallas and, honestly, anywhere else.
If you want more details about these athletes and how they made it to the WCWS, check out the full article on Dallas News.