Kaylee Pond Enters Transfer Portal After Breakout Season at Cal
Another key player is on the move.
Kaylee Pond has officially entered the transfer portal following a standout 2025 season with the Cal Golden Bears. With her consistent performance and versatility, Pond is expected to attract significant interest from top programs nationwide.
Pond started all 58 games for Cal this season, showcasing her reliability and adaptability on the field. She posted a .310 batting average, with 44 hits, 10 doubles, five home runs, and 28 RBIs. Her .469 on-base percentage and .486 slugging percentage highlight her ability to contribute both as a contact hitter and a power threat.
Another Top 10 Player added to the board this afternoon in Kaylee Pond.pic.twitter.com/rAo1ypzF1C
— 64Analytics - Softball (@64Analytics_Sfb) May 21, 2025
Defensively, Pond’s versatility allowed her to fill multiple roles, providing stability across various positions. Her adaptability made her an invaluable asset to the Golden Bears throughout the season.
Before her tenure at Cal, Pond began her collegiate career at Iowa State, where she earned All-Big 12 Freshman Team honors in 2022. After transferring to Cal, she overcame a 2023 season sidelined by injury to become a key contributor in 2024.
WALK IT OFF, KP! 💥
— Cal Softball (@CalSB) February 25, 2024
Second homer of the year for Kaylee Pond ends it in six!
📺 https://t.co/ZIHSrhDKrR #GoBears pic.twitter.com/8Pyr0csnjQ
With two years of eligibility remaining, Pond’s decision to enter the transfer portal opens the door for her to bring her experience and skills to a new program. Her proven track record and resilience make her a valuable addition to any team looking to bolster its lineup.
THAT'S A WALK-OFF @PondKaylee 🐻
— NCAA Softball (@NCAASoftball) March 24, 2024
Kaylee Pond walks it off earning No. 21 California the 7-6 (9 inn.) comeback win over No. 24 Arizona!#NCAASoftball x 🎥 Pac-12 Network / @CalSB pic.twitter.com/5Drz18MKvm
As the offseason progresses, Pond’s next move will be closely watched by fans and programs alike, eager to see where this talented athlete will continue her collegiate softball career.
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Katie Burkhart is a former professional softball pitcher and Arizona State University alumna, where she was a three-time All-American and led the Sun Devils to a national championship. She played professionally in the U.S., Japan, and Italy, and has coached at the Division I level. She now provides private pitching instruction and mindset training for athletes of all levels. Katie is also the author of Mental Muscle and Beyond the Game, books focused on athletic performance and life after sports.