Hailey Simpson

McLean HS ‘25 | 4.33 GPA | V Softball | VHSL Female Athlete of the Year | 1st Team All Met, State, Region & District | VA Class 6 State Champs

[Jason Burton @ksallday19]

‘25 Gabriel Pegues
-@McLeanathletics // @LynchburgBaseBl

Absolutely annihilated this ball. Every bit of 400’+ off the bat. Top of the trees. #PBSrFG alum

@PrepBaseballVA @prepbaseball @JJonesPBVADC @ShooterHunt

#VAFirstPitch

[Hailey Simpson @haileymsimpson]

Congrats Riley!!!! Well deserved 👏👏👏

[Riley Staats @riley_staats]

There’s a moment every athlete dreams of—the moment they realize years of hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering belief have finally paid off. Today, I am beyond blessed to announce that I have committed to continue my academic and athletic career at the University of Illinois! 🧡💙 Go Illini!
This isn’t just about a sport. It’s about a journey that has shaped my life in ways words can hardly describe. To my family—you are the foundation of everything I’ve accomplished. Mom, Dad, and Grandma—you’ve stood beside me, crossing miles, borders, and oceans to support a dream that was never just mine, but ours. Grandma, you’ve been my compass, guiding me through the highs and lows, reminding me that this game is more than a sport—it’s a part of who I am. I hope I’ve made you proud.

To Cameryn Denhup —thank you for being my rock. From day one, you’ve stood by me through everything—on and off the field. No matter what life threw at us, you always had my back, and I’ll always have yours, forever. Your friendship means the world to me, and I’m grateful for every laugh, every moment, and every step we’ve taken together.

A special thank you to Rich Levin, Eric Garza, Bella Norton, India Chiles, Shane Shurlund, Jimmy Kolaitis, Scott Smith, and Dale Serie—you have helped me grow and pushed me to be the best version of myself.
The road wasn’t always easy. There were early mornings, long nights, and moments I questioned if I’d ever get here. But those moments only made this one sweeter. The day I walked onto Illinois’s campus, I knew I’d found my home. I knew this was where my heart belonged.
Now, it’s time to embrace this next chapter with everything I have. I’m ready to represent the Fighting Illini, not just for myself, but for the people who’ve stood beside me through it all. This is more than a commitment—it’s a promise to honor this journey and the people who made it possible.

Here’s to chasing dreams, creating memories, and leaving a legacy. Let’s do this! 💪🥎
#Committed #GoIllini #IlliniSoftball #DreamBig #NextChapter #FamilyFirst

[Hailey Simpson @haileymsimpson]

To honor giving Tuesday, please consider making a donation to Children’s National Hospital. Thank you for your support.

https://t.co/lByFsdmJ5w

[Gabriel Pegues @gabrielpegues25]

RBI ground rule double from Dynamic Baseball this past weekend. @STARSBASEBALLVA @Coach_Dowling @rd_baseball

[Gabriel Pegues @gabrielpegues25]

Triple yesterday from Dynamic Baseball @Coach_Dowling @STARSBASEBALLVA @rd_baseball

[Duane Simpson @duanejsimpson]

This 6’2” #uncommitted 2025 CF has a great bat, tremendous range and elite speed. Add championship caliber attitude and work ethic and some college is gonna get a star.

[Gabriel Pegues @gabrielpegues25]

Finished up the WWBA going 9/17 and hitting .529. Excited for the rest of the summer and more opportunities. @STARSBASEBALLVA @Coach_Dowling @jerry_shank @rd_baseball

[Prep Baseball VA/DC Scouting @PrepBaseVAS]

‘25 Gabriel Pegues (McLean)

Gets on top of this elevated pitch and ropes an RBI double in the LCF gap.

@PrepBaseballVA

#VAStateGames #VA7

[Gabriel Pegues @gabrielpegues25]

Bases clearing double from state semifinal today @STARSBASEBALLVA @PBVADC_Nolan

[Virginia Commonwealth Games North @VCGNorth]

Welcome aboard Gabe! This kid can fly and cover a lot of ground in the outfield.

@gabrielpegues25 @McLeanBaseball

[McLeanathletics @McLeanathletics]

Congrats to the members of our Softball team that earned All District honors:

1st Team- Hailey Simpson, Emory Hadden, Madeline Staats, Sydney Walker, Riley Staats

2nd Team- Chelsea Engle, Elise Walker

Player of the Year- Gennie Fagan

Coach of the Year- Maurice Tawil

🥎🥎🥎

[Cameron Eck @CameronEck]

2025 Gabriel Pegues (@McLeanBaseball) finds a high pitch he likes and smokes one out to left for a single

@PrepBaseballVA #BeSeen

[McLeanathletics @McLeanathletics]

Highlanders with the victory over Herndon behind Hailey Simpson’s no hit shut-out!!! 11-0 👏🏻🥎🙌🏻

[Prep Baseball VA/DC Scouting @PrepBaseVAS]

2025 Gabriel Pegues (@McLeanBaseball)

Great athlete, rips a ball down the left field line off the wall for a leadoff double

@PrepBaseballVA #BeSeen

[McLeanathletics @McLeanathletics]

Congrats to our Field Hockey players who were named to the NFHCA National Academic Squad:

Sarah Beach
Kaitlyn Cole
Chelsea Engle
Alyssa Evans
Caitlin Farley
Abigail Hart
Sophia Higbee
Lauren Hinkley
Ally Hodder
Mary Johnson
McKartnee Johnson
Olivia Phillips
Hailey Simpson

[Hailey Simpson @haileymsimpson]

I'm participating in McLean High School - McDance-A-Thon 2024 to change kids' health and change the future for kids at my local Children's Miracle Network Hospital - but I can't meet my fundraising goal without your support! https://t.co/8Nwtv70AF3 via @DonorDrive

[Hailey Simpson @haileymsimpson]

So proud of u Addie!!! Can’t wait to watch u!

[Addison McCullers @AMcCullers30]

100% COMMITTED, let’s go heels!! 🤍🩵🐏 @GloryGuy99 @coachmegsmith @c_lyon22 @Maddie_Holub @coachkiwij @UNCSoftball

[Aiko Conaway @ConawayAiko]

#WeAreMarshall 🤘💚

@mzerkleee @allisonnrager @AlyHarrell @sydneyrmckinney

@CSA_Athletes @BlackCatFP @AnnieGunshow @ChilesFPNTNL @TrainingSct

[McLeanathletics @McLeanathletics]

Softball All Met:

1st Team- Hailey Simpson
HM- Gabby Colder & Gennie Fagan
Coach of the Year- Maurice Tawil

Congratulations!!!!! https://t.co/U7peYbdtjU

[Prep Baseball Virginia/DC @PrepBaseballVA]

‘25 Gabriel Pegues (@McLeanBaseball)

Pegues posted his laser 60-yd ⏱️ at 6.61

#PBRVADCSG23