The Johnson Softball program is excited to welcome Brooklynn Porter to the 2026-27 roster, joining the team this fall semester. The Bel Air, MD native boasts an impressive background, having represented C. Milton Wright High School as team captain while being named MVP and top offensive player. In addition to joining the Badgers at second base and on the mound, Porter plans to major in Elementary Education with a secondary in Special Education.

Welcome to the family, Brooke! Go Badgers!

Name: Brooklynn Porter

Preferred name/nickname: Brooke & Cookie

Position(s): Pitcher and Second Base

Hometown: Bel Air, MD

Club team: Parkville Pride 

High School: C. Milton Wright High School

Softball Awards/Honors: MVP, Captain, Top Offensive Player

Projected major at VTSU Johnson: Elementary Education with a secondary in Special Education

What are you looking forward to most about VTSU Johnson: Being a part of the softball family and get my teaching degree! And learning how to ski.

Favorite Athlete: Kathryn Sandercock

Favorite team: Florida State University

Most memorable athletic moment:  Pitching a tournament with 100+ fever and getting clocked in the face by a line drive. 

Favorite musical artist(s): Luke Bryan

Favorite Food: Soup

Favorite Ben and Jerry's flavor: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Favorite Holiday: Memorial Day

What do you want people to know about you? I take everything very serious.