KINGSTON, R.I. - Versatility is the name of the game for the seven players Rhode Island softball head coach
Mike Coutts recruited for the 2026-27 season.
All seven players coming in next season have the ability to fill multiple roles for the Rams.
"It has become really important for us to get kids who can do multiple things," Coutts said. "It makes it better for the kids in terms of offering more opportunities, and it also gives us more flexibility up and down the roster."Â
Crisalyn Abruscato | Hauppauge, N.Y.
IF | R/R
A middle infielder out of the strong Jersey Intensity club program, Abruscato has one sister, Stefania, who plays at Missouri and another, Giuliana, who played for Connecticut. Abruscato's father, Thomas, played in the Division II College Baseball World Series for Adelphi.
Mike Coutts on Crisalyn Abruscato
"Crisalyn comes from a family of high-level softball players. As is the case with most of the kids in this class, she is very versatile athletically. She can play either middle infield spot. She comes from a highly competitive travel program."
Riley Daly | Millstone, N.J.
C | R/R
A catcher from the Lady Dukes Gaskill club team in New Jersey, Daly also has the ability to play first base or in the outfield. More than a half dozen players from the Lady Dukes squad signed with Division I programs this year.
Mike Coutts on Riley Daly
"We got Riley as a commit late in the summer. She is a catcher who can also play first base or in the outfield. We liked her athleticism and versatility. She competes hard every time she takes the field, which stood out to us."
Brooke Douglas | Absecon, N.J.
P/UTIL | R/R
A pitcher and corner infielder for the Jersey Gators club program, Douglas will make an impact both in the circle and at the plate for the Rams. With 15 career home runs entering her senior season at Ocean City, Douglas brings power to the lineup. She is closing in on 400 career strikeouts as a pitcher.
Mike Coutts on Brooke Douglas
"Brooke can really pitch well and has a lot of potential there, but she is going to be able to hit as well. We will give her every opportunity to compete in all phases of the game. She is athletic and strong. Brooke is the type of person we've been looking for."
Abrielle Jarles | Gilbert, Ariz.
OF | R/R
Coming from the Rogue Fastpitch Club in Arizona, Jarles has 10 career home runs and 42 runs batted in entering her senior season at Valley Christian. A strong defensive outfielder, she can handle all three positions.
Mike Coutts on Abrielle Jarles
"Abrielle has a strong arm in the outfield and good pop in her bat. Abrielle is going to be able to play any of the three outfield positions."
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Leah Lapham | Coventry, R.I.
INF | R/R
A local product, Lapham is a three-sport star in soccer, basketball and softball for Coventry High School. She earned all-state honors in softball and was all-division in soccer and basketball. Lapham - who played club ball for the EC Scorpions grew up playing baseball before switching to softball in middle school and provides a powerful bat from the right side.
Mike Coutts on Leah Lapham
"Right now Leah is playing middle infield, but she can also play third base and in the outfield as well. We love being able to have good Rhode Island players come play for the program. Leah is very athletic."
Micah Mann | Ashville, Ohio
INF | R/L
A middle infielder out of the Ohio Stingrays and Teays Valley High School, Mann was a multi-sport athlete who also excelled in volleyball. She helped the Stingrays place third at the Alliance Championships in Indiana last July. Excellent in the classroom, Mann is a strong bat with defensive versatility.
Mike Coutts on Micah Mann
"We've seen her play second and short. Micah has some pop in her bat and can run really well. I could see her playing any of the infield positions, and she has the athleticism to play in the outfield too."
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Raylee Weisman | Miller Place, N.Y.
OF | R/L
A speedster from the left side of the plate, Weisman is a slapper who also has significant range defensively in the outfield. While her main focus has been the outfield, she adds the ability to be behind the plate as a catcher.
Mike Coutts on Raylee Weisman
"Raylee is very athletic and runs very well. We really like the fact that she is a multi-position player. When she comes in, we think she will compete right away for some playing time."
