Washington High School had an impressive 2023-2024 academic year in sports, with standout performances from various athletes. One of the top 10 sports stories from the year was Leighton Salazar, a talented softball player who made headlines by breaking another school record. Salazar set a new single-season program best with 36 stolen bases, surpassing a record set back in 2008. This achievement adds to the three other single-season school records she already held for hits, batting average, and runs scored as a freshman.
In addition to her record-breaking performance, Salazar received recognition for her skills on the field. She earned her second consecutive all-state selection in Class 3A from the Iowa Girls Coaches Association, receiving second team honors and a first-team All-Southeast Conference nod. Salazar was also named an all-district selection after leading the Demons with a .524 batting average and scoring a team-high 54 runs.
The sophomore’s impressive stats helped Washington High School to achieve a second straight season with 24 wins in softball. Fans can stay tuned to KCII for the continuation of the Top 10 Washington Sports Stories countdown, where more noteworthy performances like Salazar’s will be highlighted. Those interested can follow the countdown and read more about the top stories on KCIIradio.com.
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