Brooke Yanez

Brooke Yanez is a professional softball pitcher currently competing with the Blaze in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). Known for her deceptive delivery and ability to generate strikeouts, Yanez has established herself as one of the game’s top pitchers, combining poise, precision, and a deep understanding of the craft against elite competition.

A standout left-handed pitcher, Yanez completed her collegiate career at UCLA after previously starring at the University of Oregon. In 2023, she earned All-American honors and capped off an impressive collegiate career before transitioning to professional softball. As a key member of the Blaze pitching staff, Yanez continues to showcase her ability to command the strike zone and keep hitters off balance while competing at the highest levels of the sport. She is also a passionate advocate for athlete mental health, using her platform to encourage balance and well-being in high-performance environments.