We continue our recruiting spotlight series Daylyn Osborne, a four-star pitcher in the 2027 class from Iowa Premier 18U National Dickel.

Name: Daylyn Osborne
Primary Position(s): Pitcher
Class Year: 2027
Hometown: Bentonville, Arkansas
High School: Bentonville High School
Travel Ball Organization: Iowa Premier 18U National Dickel

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What is your favorite softball memory? 

Playing in the ESPN game in the TV bracket of the Colorado Sparkler with my IPF teammates.

Who inspired you to play softball? 

My mom

Who is your favorite softball player? 

Montana Fouts, Mary Haff, and Linnie Malkin – can’t choose just one.

What life lesson has softball taught you? 

Life is a journey of failures and successes. You can’t succeed in life unless you fail along the way, too. It’s how you respond to those failures that defines you.

What is your dream job? 

Forensic Psychologist

The Scouting Report on Osborne

Daylyn is a commanding right-handed pitcher who thrives under pressure and sets the tone in the circle for us. With a strong mix of velocity, late-breaking movement, and precise control, she consistently keeps hitters off balance. Daylyn’s ability to locate her pitches and attack both sides of the plate makes her a reliable starter and a clutch closer in tight situations. Beyond her physical tools, Daylyn brings an elite competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and leadership presence that elevate her teammates. She is known for her resilience, composure in big moments, and relentless drive to improve every outing. Key Strengths: Command of multiple pitches with excellent movement, high strikeout potential with strong velocity and spin, game awareness and composure under pressure, a leader on and off the field, motivating teammates with her energy.

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