11/11/2026 1:05:00 PM | Softball
MARTIN, Tenn. – Head coach Chelsea Farmer of the University of Tennessee at Martin softball team has announced the signing of five incoming freshmen for the Class of 2027.
"I like to think of this class as small but mighty," said Farmer of the class. "After signing 12 freshmen last season, five feels a lot smaller, but the impact that this group can make should not be taken lightly. Each player knows our expectations and the type of culture they'll be stepping into, and I believe they're ready to contribute immediately."
Payton Cummings • C/IF • 5-4 • Evansville, Ind. (Reitz Memorial HS)
Cummings was named as a two-time All-Conference selection at Gibson Southern High School and also led her team in triples that season. In the 2026 sectional championship game, Cummings hit a grand slam that helped propel her team to the title.
Farmer on Cummings: "Payton's desire to be a Skyhawk runs deep. She is someone we know is going to come in right away and bleed orange and navy. We can't wait to see what she can accomplish during her time here."
Gracie Del Toro • OF • 5-1 • Montgomery, Ill. (West Aurora HS)
Del Toro is a two-time All-Conference honoree for West Aurora and was named to the All-Area and All-State teams as well. She currently holds the Blackhawks' single-season record for stolen bases and runs scored and is a three-year captain. Del Toro is also a flag football standout, earning All-Conference accolades and helping to lead West Aurora to three regional championships.
Farmer on Del Toro: "Gracie is a true competitor. She's versatile at the plate and brings quickness and grit to our already competitive outfield staff."
Raeylynn Hulsey • IF • 5-4 • Pleasant Grove, Calif. (Rocklin HS)
Hulsey is a four-year starter for Rocklin and is a first-team All-Pioneer Valley League selection. As a sophomore, she won the league's Golden Glove award and has been named a PVL scholar-athlete three times.
Farmer on Hulsey: "Raelynn brings a big bat and the right mentality to the team. She knows how to work hard and loves the process. We are happy to add her to our program."
Autumn Ingle • P • 5-10 • Alabaster, Ala. (Thompson HS)
Ingle was a key component of Thompson's 2025 state title team, as well as its 2026 state runner-up team. In 2026, she was named to the Birmingham Area Terrific 22 by AL.com, the AHSAA North All-Star team and the All-State second team by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Ingle was also named the All-County pitcher in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Farmer on Ingle: "When I first saw Autumn on the mound, I thought that she was a pitcher that I would love to work with. Her overall mechanics, body posture, and spin rate make her great, and I'm excited to get her on campus to help coach her into a champion."
Alyvia Streb • P • 5-7 • Chatham, Ill. (Glenwood HS)
Streb helped lead Glenwood to the 2025 Illinois 3A state title and a runner-up finish in 2026. She is a two-time All-Conference selection and a three-time Academic All-Conference honoree. In 2026, she posted one of the five lowest ERAs in the state and was a nominee for the State Journal-Register All-Area Player of the Year.
Farmer on Streb: "My favorite part about Alyvia is her consistency. I watched her pitch several times before she committed to us, and every single time I liked what I saw. She brings a spunky but committed persona to the mound and will be the perfect complement to Autumn."
"I like to think of this class as small but mighty," said Farmer of the class. "After signing 12 freshmen last season, five feels a lot smaller, but the impact that this group can make should not be taken lightly. Each player knows our expectations and the type of culture they'll be stepping into, and I believe they're ready to contribute immediately."
Payton Cummings • C/IF • 5-4 • Evansville, Ind. (Reitz Memorial HS)
Cummings was named as a two-time All-Conference selection at Gibson Southern High School and also led her team in triples that season. In the 2026 sectional championship game, Cummings hit a grand slam that helped propel her team to the title.
Farmer on Cummings: "Payton's desire to be a Skyhawk runs deep. She is someone we know is going to come in right away and bleed orange and navy. We can't wait to see what she can accomplish during her time here."
Gracie Del Toro • OF • 5-1 • Montgomery, Ill. (West Aurora HS)
Del Toro is a two-time All-Conference honoree for West Aurora and was named to the All-Area and All-State teams as well. She currently holds the Blackhawks' single-season record for stolen bases and runs scored and is a three-year captain. Del Toro is also a flag football standout, earning All-Conference accolades and helping to lead West Aurora to three regional championships.
Farmer on Del Toro: "Gracie is a true competitor. She's versatile at the plate and brings quickness and grit to our already competitive outfield staff."
Raeylynn Hulsey • IF • 5-4 • Pleasant Grove, Calif. (Rocklin HS)
Hulsey is a four-year starter for Rocklin and is a first-team All-Pioneer Valley League selection. As a sophomore, she won the league's Golden Glove award and has been named a PVL scholar-athlete three times.
Farmer on Hulsey: "Raelynn brings a big bat and the right mentality to the team. She knows how to work hard and loves the process. We are happy to add her to our program."
Autumn Ingle • P • 5-10 • Alabaster, Ala. (Thompson HS)
Ingle was a key component of Thompson's 2025 state title team, as well as its 2026 state runner-up team. In 2026, she was named to the Birmingham Area Terrific 22 by AL.com, the AHSAA North All-Star team and the All-State second team by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Ingle was also named the All-County pitcher in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Farmer on Ingle: "When I first saw Autumn on the mound, I thought that she was a pitcher that I would love to work with. Her overall mechanics, body posture, and spin rate make her great, and I'm excited to get her on campus to help coach her into a champion."
Alyvia Streb • P • 5-7 • Chatham, Ill. (Glenwood HS)
Streb helped lead Glenwood to the 2025 Illinois 3A state title and a runner-up finish in 2026. She is a two-time All-Conference selection and a three-time Academic All-Conference honoree. In 2026, she posted one of the five lowest ERAs in the state and was a nominee for the State Journal-Register All-Area Player of the Year.
Farmer on Streb: "My favorite part about Alyvia is her consistency. I watched her pitch several times before she committed to us, and every single time I liked what I saw. She brings a spunky but committed persona to the mound and will be the perfect complement to Autumn."
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