THIS YEAR: Sophomore Mia Castillo looks to build on her freshman campaign as a reliable presence in the circle … With a strong work ethic and a history of success, she aims to make an even greater impact for the Cougars this season.
2024: Appeared in 6 games during her debut season as a freshman … In a 10-3 PacWest victory over Academy of Art, she had a season high of 7 innings pitched … Also included 3 strikeouts and assists which contributed to the team's success.
HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 years on varsity softball at St. Thomas Aquinas High in San Bernardino, Calif. for head coach, Chris Ybbara … Assisted her team in winning 4 Ambassador League Conference Championships along with being Pitcher of the Year in 2023 … Led her team in strikeouts during her senior year, earning her Player of the Game 3 times.
PERSONAL: Born on August 8, 2005 in Rialto, Calif. … Parents are Hector and Patricia Castillo … Is the middle child of two sisters (Reina and Lyla) … Majoring in Kinesiology with the goal of becoming an athletic trainer for a professional sports league … Played club softball for 5 years at Corona Angels for head coach, Kim Howard, as a pitcher … Enjoys spending her time playing with her cat (Toby), working out, hanging with friends, and practicing self-care.