Butler Softball has announced the signing of five standouts for the 2027 class. Lyla Bray, Brooke Clayton, Morgan Curtis, Kate Drury, and Brooklyn Haag will join the program beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year.
 
"We are very excited about this 2027 class," said Head Coach Scott Hall. "These student-athletes bring a lot of versatility and athleticism on the softball field, as well as success in the classroom. They are a very competitive class that has played at a high-level of softball and will round out our group nicely. We are excited to see what the future holds for them as Butler Bulldogs as we continue to pursue excellence in the BIG EAST!"
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Lyla Bray, IF/C, Oak Creek, Wis. – Oak Creek
Bray is a three-year letterwinner and starter at Oak Creek, where her teams have won three regional championships. The team captain is a two-time All-Conference selection who led her team in runs batted in as a junior and in hits as a sophomore. Bray, who travels with Wisconsin Lightning, also plays basketball at Oak Creek, where she is an honor roll student.
 
Why Lyla chose Butler: "I chose Butler because it gives me the opportunity to compete at the Division I level while getting a great education. I love that I can continue pursuing my passion for softball while also working toward my future career goals in physical therapy. Coach Hall and Mal made Butler feel like my home before I ever even stepped on campus. I felt like Butler was a place where I could grow both as an athlete and as a person."
 
Coach Hall on Bray: "Lyla is a Swiss army knife! Very athletic, high softball IQ, and we can plug her in a multitude of positions where she can have an impact on the field. She is a serious competitor, and we love the mindset she will bring to our squad."
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Brooke Clayton, OF, Fishers, Ind. – Fishers
Clayton is a three-year starter and letterwinner a Fishers, helping lead her team to 43 wins over three seasons and posting a .333 batting average as a junior. The outfielder travels with Indy Dreams 18u Streeval.
 
Why Brooke chose Butler: "I chose Butler because the team feels like family, the coaching staff believes in me, and the campus feels like home."
 
Coach Hall on Clayton: "We love keeping local talent close to home! Brooke is a power lefty with speed at the plate and the ability to go get balls in the gap in the outfield. She wanted to be a Bulldog from Day 1 – we are thrilled to have her!"
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Morgan Curtis, C, Indianapolis, Ind. – Roncalli
Curtis is a three-year letterwinner and starter at Roncalli. Her team was 60-24 overall and undefeated in conference play over three seasons, winning three conference championships and one sectional title. The catcher, who hit three home runs in the county tournament during her junior year, posted a .427 average as a sophomore and has accumulated 13 home runs and 65 runs batted in over three seasons. Individual honors include 2026 team MVP, 2025 and 2026 All-Conference and All-County selection, and the 2025 All-Central Indiana Sophomore Team. An honor student at Roncalli, Curtis has won several academic awards and is a member of the National Honor Society. She has traveled with Indiana Irish and is now with Unity Pirillo.
 
Why Morgan chose Butler: "I chose Butler because I knew it was a place where I could grow significantly, both academically and athletically. The education aspect ensures that I will have a successful career later in life. The softball coaches and players showed me how much they care for each other, all while competing at a high level."
 
Coach Hall on Curtis: "Sticking with the local talent, Morgan was a great fit from here in Indy. Her strength at the plate and leadership behind the dish will be a great addition and give us depth at the catcher position!"
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Kate Drury, P, Richmond, Ky. – Madison Central
Drury is a three-year letterwinner and starter at Madison Central, helping lead her team to four 44th District titles and a KHSAA Elite Eight appearance in 2026. Individual honors in 2026 include All-State recognition, the KHSAA State All-Tournament Team, 11th Region MVP and 44th District MVP. The pitcher holds the school record of 255 strikeouts in a season at Madison Central, where she has earned Academic All-State recognition and has also played volleyball. Drury travels with Indiana Magic Gold National Goddard, which went 13-2-1 in 2026 and qualified for the 18U Alliance HFL Midwest Fall Nationals.

Why Kate chose Butler: "I chose Butler because I felt like it was the best fit for me both athletically and academically. I loved the coaching staff, the opportunity to continue developing as a pitcher with a great program, and the team culture. I also loved Butler's academic opportunities and knew it was a place where I could grow both on and off the field."
 
Coach Hall on Drury: "First and foremost, Kate is a competitor in the circle! That's evident with how she led her high school team to the state finals! Her ability to command the zone and change speeds will play well in the BIG EAST!"
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Brooklyn Haag, OF, Big Bend, Wis. – Wisconsin Lutheran
Haag is a three-year letterwinner and starter at Wisconsin Lutheran, a team that has gone 56-11 and 32-2 in conference play over three seasons. She has been named to the first-team All-District and also has earned All-Conference accolades as her teams have won three regional and three conference championships over the same period. The outfielder batted .494 with 41 runs, 41 hits, 27 RBIs and 22 stolen bases in 2026, leading her team in multiple categories including home runs, triples, doubles and stolen bases. A National Honor Society member, she also plays basketball at Wisconsin Lutheran. Haag travels with Indiana Magic Gold, where she has led her team in numerous categories that include home runs and RBIs. She has appeared on the Alliance Fastpitch leaderboard for batting average and total RBIs.
 
Why Brooklyn chose Butler: "I chose Butler because, from the moment I stepped on campus, it felt like home. I loved the coaches, the campus, and the high academics, and I knew it was the right place for me to grow both on and off the field."
 
Coach Hall on Haag: "Brooklyn is another talented player out of Wisconsin! She's the definition of a true outfielder – great range, great reads, strong arm. She possesses a great softball IQ and will bring power to the plate!"