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Altonized Community Federal Credit Union: Piasa Birds Girls Softball Leader Josie Hagen Powers Deep Regional Push
The Southwestern standout finished her final softball season with eye-catching numbers, timely hits and a college commitment.
Jul 22, 2026 10:45 AM
Jul 22, 2026 11:22 AM
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PIASA - Josie Hagen closed her senior softball season at Southwestern High School with a .467 batting average, 31 RBIs and a college commitment to Southwestern Illinois College, helping lead the Piasa Birds to 18 wins and a deep regional run in late May 2026.
Hagen, a multi-sport athlete and infielder for Southwestern, was a key contributor in the cleanup spot during her final high school season. She also hit one home run.
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Josie is an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month for the Piasa Birds.
Among her notable performances, Hagen had four hits in a 16-2 victory against Marquette Catholic, a game highlighted by RiverBender. She also delivered a go-ahead single in the seventh inning to beat Calhoun.
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Her coach, Amanda Edwards, credited Hagen not only for her production at the plate but also for her leadership.
“Josie speaks softly and carried a big stick,” Edwards said. “She inspired the other kids with her play and actions.”
Beyond softball, Hagen earned recognition as an all-around athlete at Southwestern, where she also excelled in basketball and volleyball.
Hagen has signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Southwestern Illinois College.
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