2026 Softball Interview with Kiera Matthews from Tecumseh High School


 Name: Kiera Matthews

School/town: Tecumseh High School, New Carlisle OH

Positions played: Shortstop/Catcher

Class: 2028

Height and Weight: 5'5", 130 lbs

Jersey Number: 1

Awards won or earned:

Bat Award 1st Team All Conference (Central Buckeye Conference)

Arrows Golden Bat Award

Social media link for softball: @kiera17253

Other sports played: Varsity and Club Volleyball


Please post something from last season that sticks out to you. It can be from a game, practice, or something funny on the bus ride to or from the game. Any moment that sticks out to you.

Getting to play all year with my older sister.

What is the best part of being a student-athlete at Tecumseh High School?

Getting to play and hang out with my friends.

What will you miss the most from the 2025 class?

All the seniors that graduated, including my sister.

What was the best part of your 2025 season?

Hitting 9 home runs as a freshman.

What was the toughest part of the 2025 season?

Losing more than we won.

How long have you been playing softball?

10 years.

Who is the one team in the conference that you love to beat? Explain

Would love to beat Kenton Ridge, but that's a tough task.

What are your personal goals for the season?

At least duplicate my hitting stats and play better defensively.

How do you get over a bad game?

Learn from my mistakes and try not to make them again.

Who is the best pitcher you have faced in a game, along with the team she was on?

Ivey Rastatter, Kenton Ridge.

How would you describe your style of play?

All out and aggressive, 100% effort at all times

What is the toughest part of playing shortstop?

Being a leader and being vocal

Have you been to Kings Island or Cedar Point?

Yes, Kings Island.

What is your go-to snack?

Slim Jim's and Cool Ranch Doritos

Who is your favorite athlete?

Bri Ellis




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