Dayton High Softball Star LaSade Conti Commits to San Jose State
Dayton High’s standout softball player, LaSade Conti, has announced her commitment to San Jose State University for Division I softball, solidifying her status as one of Northern Nevada’s top talents. Throughout her high school career, Conti has dazzled on the field, boasting a remarkable .537 batting average over 73 games. Her impressive stats include 28 doubles, eight triples, seven home runs, a .631 on-base percentage, and a slugging mark of .883, contributing to an OPS of 1.514. Additionally, she has stolen 55 bases, showcasing her speed and athleticism.
In the circle, the 2026 recruit has a career record of 13-22 with a 5.42 ERA, striking out 389 batters across 222 innings. Recently wrapping up her junior season, Conti was recognized as one of the Northern 3A’s top players and also competes with the Nevada Hotshots travel team based in Carson Valley.
In her heartfelt social media announcement, Conti expressed her gratitude for the support she received throughout her journey. "I am so incredibly grateful to announce my verbal commitment to play D1 Softball at San Jose State University," she stated. She thanked her coaches, family, and mentors, particularly Joe Gooch of the NV Hotshots for guiding her through the recruiting process.
San Jose State competes in the Mountain West Conference, the same league as Nevada. Last season, the Spartans finished with a 22-28 overall record, placing sixth in the nine-team league under head coach Tammy Lohmann. With Conti’s skills and determination, she is expected to make a significant impact at the collegiate level.
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