Name: Jillian Torres
Nickname: JET
Hometown: Coto de Caza, CA
Grad Year: 2025
GPA: 4.19
Travel Team: BSC Bengals – Briggs 16U
High School: Santa Margarita Catholic High School, CA
Positions: Primary position is CF but can play all outfield positions
Height: 5’ 9”
Bat/Throw: Right/Right
Overhand Velocity: 68 mph. Goal is 70+
Exit Velocity off Tee: 76 mph
Home to First/60 feet: 2.9 sec
Intended Study Major: Business or a business-related major such as Economics.
Email: jillian.torres2025@gmail.com
Twitter: @JETTorres2025
Instagram: jilliann.torress
Who are you?
I am a very goal oriented, focused person and I am always my biggest critic. I am constantly trying to improve. I love my family, my faith and my friends.
How did your softball journey begin?
I started playing softball when I was 6 years old. I was pretty good and loved playing with my friends and making new ones.
6u Softball - where it all started
10u - In love with the game!
What are your greatest strengths as a softball player?
On offense, one of my strengths is being patient at the plate and waiting for the right pitch. My
quality at bat percentage is pretty high. This has helped me to be more selective on pitches. I also am proud that I can hit to all fields with pretty good power.
On defense, one of my strengths is reading the ball well off the bat which allows me to get a good jump on balls hit to the gaps in the outfield. I also have a good and accurate throwing arm.
What kind of hitter are you and what are your most recent offensive stats?
I am a contact hitter who is not afraid to be in a two-strike count. I really work at hitting the ball hard to all fields.
BSC Bengals homerun
My 2023 high school season stats were the following: BA (.575); OBP (.620); SLG (.925); OPS (1.545); 46 Hits including 15 Doubles; 2 Triples; 3 HR’s.
Solid contact to any part of the field
What is your favorite sports memory and greatest achievement?
My favorite sports memory was hitting a home run against Team USA last year in the TCS
International Challenge while playing for Team Mexico. We had two outs in our last at bat and I hit the game tying 2 run HR. What made it so memorable was the deafening noise from the Team Mexico fans. It was really special.
Team Mexico homerun swing
Team Mexico HR vs Team USA
How do you handle adversity and even failure?
I handle it well. I really try to look ahead rather than dwell on the past. I choose to use adversity and failure as a learning opportunity to do better next time. This has helped me with softball and in life.
How would your teammates and friends describe you?
They would describe me as kind, funny, athletic, good teammate and supportive.
Fun with 2025 high school teammates
Who is your role-model and or idol and why?
My role-models are my parents. They have shown me that no matter how tough life may get, there is always something to be grateful for or look up to. They’ve taught me what hard work and dedication can bring, and they have inspired me to be the best version of myself.
Torres family on vacation
If you could spend a day with any softball player, former or current, who would it be and why?
I would love to spend a day with Montana Fouts. I have watched her play, have seen her interviewed and have read her social media posts. To me, Montana Fouts is the perfect role model. She is a great competitor. She is a great teammate. She always gives credit to others before herself. She is loyal and she is an incredible person. I would love to soak in all that I could by spending a day with her.
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University of Alabama Athletics Department (photo credit)
What is your softball dream/goal?
My short-term goal would be to win Premier Girls Fastpitch (PGF) Nationals with my BSC Bengals team.
BSC Bengals Homerun Bomb Squad
My longer-term softball dream would be to play in college and maybe some day play in a Womens College World Series (WCWS).
Loving the game
When deciding on what college team to play for what are the most important things you’re looking for?
I am looking for a college team that supports academic achievement. A good team chemistry is also very important to me. You need to have it to be successful and it is driven by having a great coaching staff that teaches what good chemistry can do for a team.
What is your favorite jersey number and why did you choose it?
My favorite number is 10. I was 10 years old when I chose this number and that year our rec All-Star Team almost won Nationals so it has stuck ever since.
What other hobbies do you have to balance out softball and your personal life?
I love hanging out with my friends. Riding bikes. Going to the beach. Playing ping pong and doing crafts.
Hanging out with friends watching college softball
Who would you like to thank for your softball achievements and support?
I would like to thank my dad for my softball achievements because he has believed in me since I was just a little girl. Without his loving support and guidance, I would not be the player I am today.
Additional Information About Jillian
Walk up Song: “Yeah!” Artist is Usher
Favorite Food: Mexican Food
Favorite Song: “All the Stars” by Kendrick Lamar
Favorite Music Artist: Taylor Swift
Favorite Sports Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
Favorite Sports: Softball, Baseball, Basketball & Volleyball
Favorite Celebrity: Ryan Reynolds
Favorite Movie: Murder Mystery
Favorite Sports Movie: A League of Their Own
Favorite TV Show: Friends
Favorite Book: Hunger Games
Favorite Travel Spot: Hawaii
Favorite Quote: “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” --- Benjamin Franklin
By: Elizabeth Perez, Legacy & Legends Softball, June 16, 2023
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