SAN ANTONIO—On Wednesday, UTSA head softball coach Vann Stuedeman signed five future Roadrunners to the squad in the form of Demiree Stafford, Brookelynn Meador, Arlette Hernandez, Aubrey Flores, and Jaeden Burnham.
Demiree Stafford | 5-4 | OF | L/R | Edroy, Texas | Tuloso Midway HS
A highly decorated athlete from Tuloso Midway High School, Stafford has collected a pair of First Team All-District and First Team All-South Texas awards while competing for the Warriors. She was twice named a Corpus Christi Hooks Preseason All-Star and was a Texas Girls Coaches Association All-Star in 2024. Stafford has consistently maintained a batting average of over .450, and in her senior season, she mashed seven home runs and swiped 29 stolen bases. Additionally, she helped the squad to a regional final in 2022, a semifinal in 2023 and an area final in 2024.
A multisport athlete, Stafford also lettered in volleyball and track and clubbed with Hotshots Naudin National 18u. Off the diamond, she’s ranked No. 13 in her class with a 4.0 GPA and was Summa Cum Laude in 2024, a National Honor Society Inductee, BPA Regional Champion in Medical Coding, made the Honor Roll in 2024, and was Academic All-District in all three sports at TM.
She’s the daughter of Eileen and Nelson Stafford and has two brothers, Chance and Justin. At UTSA, she will major in biology before attending dental school.
Brookelynn Meador | 5-5 | UTL | R/R | Corpus Christi, Texas | Calallen HS
Meador dominated at Calallen High School, lettering in softball, volleyball, and track and field while maintaining a 3.81 GPA. She’s collected five District 31-4A Academic All-District awards across her tenure and was a National Honor Society member all four years.
On the diamond, Meador has won back-to-back Texas UIL 4A State Championships, collecting a wealth of accolades in the process. Her freshman season, she won District Newcomer of the Year, All-South Texas Newcomer of the Year, and was a Rio Sports All-Star. As a sophomore, she was named a South Texas Preseason All-Star before an injury ended her season prematurely. She bounced back as a junior, winning District Offensive MVP, making the 4A All-State Tournament Team as a catcher, was a Corpus Christi Caller-Times first-teamer, and was an NFCA High School All-Region second-team pick. That year, she maintained a .458 batting average with 49 hits, 12 home runs, 55 RBIs and 52 runs over 36 games. Additionally, she clubbed with the Texas Bombers Academy Teams.
Meador is the daughter of Meredyth and Kevin Meador and has one sister, Braylee. Both parents competed collegiately, with her mother running track at Tarleton State and her father playing football and baseball at Howard Payne. At UTSA, she will work toward a career as a physical therapist.
Head Coach Vann Stuedeman on Meador:
“We are beyond excited to have a player like Brookelynn joining the UTSA softball program – a skilled catcher, fearless infielder and a true defensive specialist. Her grit and tenacity make her a game-changer, and we are excited to see her bring that fearless mentality to our team!”
Arlette Hernandez | 5-4 | RHP | R/R | Mission, Texas | La Joya HS
One of the top arms in the Rio Grande Valley, Arlette already holds a trio of District 31-6A Most Valuable Player Awards as she enters her senior season, amassing 882 strikeouts and four perfect games. She was a Texas Girls Coaches Association 6A All-State selection as a freshman, TGCA Pitcher of the Year as a sophomore, and a TGCA All-Star as a junior following a season that saw her boast a 0.48 ERA. Hernandez led the Coyotes to the state playoffs in each of her three seasons, collecting two District Championships, along with a Bi-District title and an Area Championship. Additionally, she clubbed with HotShots Premiere Pacheco.
Hernandez has also done well in the classroom, maintaining a 3.7 GPA that’s landed her on three Honor Roll lists. At UTSA, she will study kinesiology with the goal of giving back to her hometown after finishing her degree.
She is the daughter of Baudelia Yanet Hernandez and Arturo Fernando Hernandez. She has two brothers, Artuto and Arickk, and one sister, Arleene.
Head Coach Vann Stuedeman on Hernandez:
“We are thrilled to have Arlette! Someone who’s family-oriented, puts the team first, and thrives under pressure. Her talent for missing barrels and handling high-stakes moments makes her unstoppable in the circle. We can’t wait to see her bring that fire and loyalty to our team!”
Aubrey Flores | 5-4 | RHP | R/R | San Antonio, Texas | Harlan HS
A three-time First Team All-District and All-Area selection, Flores wasted no time leaving her mark with the Hawks, winning Harlan High School Rookie of the Year as a freshman. She then was a unanimous 29-6A First Team All-District pick and Harlan MVP as a sophomore. Her Junior Season saw similar success, with Flores landing on the San Antonio Express-News Super Team. She helped the Hawks to back-to-back regional quarterfinals and was an area finalist a season ago. Additionally, she clubbed with the Texas Bombers.
Flores is the daughter of Jasmine and Rick Flores, and she has three brothers, Ricky, Jordan and Jakob. At UTSA, she plans to pursue a degree in multidisciplinary studies.
Head Coach Vann Stuedeman on Flores:
“Help us welcome a 210 Product. She doesn’t need words; her pitching speaks volumes. A relentless competitor that leads with actions and lets her game do the talking. We are all stoked to see what she can accomplish in a Roadrunner uniform.”
Jaeden Burnham | 5-8 | C | R/R | Buda, Texas | Trinity Valley CC
The lone junior college signee in the class, Burnham has been a standout performer for Trinity Valley Community College, earning First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-Region honors as a freshman. She maintained a .318 AVG for the Cardinals, with five home runs, 60 RBIs, and 42 runs.
Prior to her collegiate tenure, she starred for Johnson High School, where she was a three-time First Team All-District performer, the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, and the 2023 South Austin All-Star Game MVP. Additionally, she clubbed with NexGen Hernandez.
She is the daughter of Rylma Olvera and Robert Burnham and has four siblings: Robert, Elijah, Anissa, and Kayla. At UTSA, she will study kinesiology and plans to become a physician assistant.
Head Coach Vann Stuedeman on Burnham:
“Jaeden is going to be such an asset to our program. She is more than just a catcher; she is a great athlete that leads with heart and courage from behind the plate. She is a quiet force with fearless dedication and eagerly driven to make a difference. We are stoked to see all the positives Jaeden will do for us.”
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