I can’t find any credible source confirming that Jocelyn Briski has been named the “greatest of all time” in college women’s softball. What’s being reported consistently is that she’s having an outstanding start to her collegiate career—an extremely promising sophomore at Alabama—but not an all-time legend. Here’s a clearer and more polished breakdown:
- Position & Team: Right-handed pitcher for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide, #23, from Phoenix, AZ (rolltide.com).
- 2024 (Freshman Year):
- Twice earned SEC Freshman of the Week (April 9 & April 23, 2024) (rolltide.co).
- In NCAA Regionals took a no-hit bid into the 7th inning, helping send Alabama to the Women’s College World Series (si.com).
- 2025 (Sophomore Year):
- Named preseason All-SEC; ranked No. 48 nationally (Softball America) and No. 63 overall by D1Softball (#19 among pitchers) (rolltide.com).
- Pitched in 42 games (25 starts), including multiple complete games, shutouts, and standout outings in SEC play (rolltide.com).
While Briski’s early career is remarkable, being considered the G.O.A.T. of college softball requires far more:
- Longevity – Seasons of high-level dominance.
- Accolades – Multiple conference/national awards, All-American status.
- Championships – Leading teams to national titles.
- Legacy – Cited consistently among top pitchers historically.
- Montana Fouts (Alabama, 2019–23): Perfect Game in WCWS, national Pitcher of the Year
- Jackie Traina (Alabama, 2010–14): WCWS Most Outstanding Player, four-time All-American.
- Cat Osterman (Texas, 2002–05): One of five NCAA pitchers with ≥1,000 K, ≥100 wins, ERA <1.00 — widely regarded as the greatest ever.
Briski’s career is still young; she hasn’t yet had the sustained peak, major national awards, or legacy-defining moments needed for GOAT consideration.
- No official awards or votes have declared her the greatest.
- Likely based on early season hype, social media buzz, or enthusiastic fandom.
- No reputable media outlets back this claim.
- Fact: Jocelyn Briski is a rising star at Alabama with impressive freshman and sophomore performances.
- Fact: There is zero credible evidence she’s been voted college softball’s greatest ever.
- Conclusion: As of June 24, 2025, labeling her the G.O.A.T. is premature hype, not based on awards, legacy, or historical impact.
- Track her season stats – ERA, win-loss record, strikeout totals.
- Postseason performance – SEC Tournament, NCAA Regionals, WCWS outings.
- Awards recognition – Watch if she earns All-American status, SEC Pitcher of the Year, national honors like the USA Softball Player of the Year.
If she continues this trajectory—many elite outings, deep postseason runs, and major awards—it could spark a real GOAT discussion in a couple of years. For now, she’s an exciting talent with everything to prove.
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