Gaylord Herald Times Softball Preseason Player of the Year, vote now
The Gaylord-area high school softball season is almost here. Check out the top candidates for the GHT Softball POY and vote for your choice.
Softball is yet again on hold in Gaylord, Mich. , as the weather has pushed back opening day for the Gaylord, St. Mary and Johannesburg-Lewiston teams.
Soon enough, games will begin. We've highlighted the top players to watch heading into the spring season. Now, let us know who you think will be the best player in 2026.
Vote now for the Gaylord Herald Times Preseason Softball Player of the Year. Nora Bethuy, Gaylord Last season: GHT All-Area first team, 39 hits, 36 runs, 17 RBIs, 3 home runs, 12-3 overall record, 2. 76 ERA, 71 strikeouts.
One of the top returning players in terms of experience and talent, Bethuy is committed to Indiana Wesleyan University. Makayla Kozlowski, Gaylord Last season: GHT All-Area first team, 31 hits, 25 RBIs, 22 runs scored, 8 home runs. Younger sister of a former Gaylord Herald Times Softball Player of the Year, Alexis Kozlowski, Makayla Kozlowski is a starting infielder and a top power threat at the plate.