Get ready to meet one of Pennsylvania’s brightest softball stars—Mia Galella, the dynamic #5 Athlete of the Year! From crushing home runs to overcoming setbacks, Mia’s story is a testament to talent, toughness, and heart.

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🔥 Quick Stats & Highlights
• Position: First Baseman — powerhouse on offense and anchor on defense
• High School: Holy Cross High School, Dunmore, PA – Varsity starter since freshman year
• Class: 2025
• Batting Average: .618, On‑Base %: .705, Slugging: 1.265 – top 3 in Division A, top 11 in PA, top 319 nationally
• Power Numbers: Over 70 career home runs; routinely launches balls 275–300 ft
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🏆 Accolades & Recognition:
• Class 1A State Player of the Year – a three-time honoree at the state level
• High School Player of the Week: NA Sports Nation, with monster performances like 5 hits and 2 homers in a single week
• High-ranking Recruit: Facted as a Top 25 national recruit and Extra Elite 100 power hitter
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🏋️♀️ Beyond the Diamond:
• Comeback Story: Rebounded from a torn UCL, had successful surgery, and is determined to inspire others.
• College Commitment: Pledged to Boston College—bringing big-game power and leadership to the Eagles. Look for her to make an immediate impact!
Mia Galella:
One of the most dominant hitters in the area, Mia Galella capped off her senior season at Holy Cross with video game numbers. Over 23 games, Galella posted an eye-popping .618 batting average with 42 hits, 27 RBIs, and 41 runs scored. Her .705 on-base percentage made her nearly impossible to keep off the basepaths, and she added 17 walks to just 8 strikeouts on the season. Galella’s plate discipline and power presence were unmatched, helping to lead Holy Cross deep into postseason play. Her leadership and consistency at the plate made her a cornerstone of the Crusaders’ success and one of the most feared bats in the Lackawanna League.
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Follow her journey—from tearing up high school softball to making waves at Boston College. 💚
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