USA Softball celebrated the induction of seven new members into the National Softball Hall of Fame during the 44th Annual Hall of Fame Ceremony in Oklahoma City. The event brought together over 300 fans, family, friends, and administrators at the Oklahoma City Convention Center to honor individuals who have made a lasting impact on the sport.
2025 Hall of Fame Class
The 2025 inductees include: Charlotte Cates (Slow Pitch Player), Christina Drumm (Umpire), Hank Garris (Slow Pitch Player), Jason Kendrick (Slow Pitch Player), Kelly Kretschman (Fast Pitch Player), Chris Miljavac (Fast Pitch Player), and John Miller (Meritorious Service).
Charlotte Cates – Slow Pitch Player
Charlotte Cates is recognized as one of the most successful players in ASA slow pitch history, earning over 10 All-America honors from 1981 to 1997. She competed in 14 consecutive ASA Major Women’s National Championships, securing six national titles and MVP honors in 1985. At Florida State, she led the Seminoles to the 1981 National Championship and was named to the All-Tournament Team. Cates concluded her career with a 79–19 record in ASA Nationals and ranks among the top four in slow pitch history for All-America selections.
Christina Drumm – Umpire
Christina Drumm has made significant contributions as an umpire and leader in softball. Serving as Commissioner for USA Softball of Southern California, she has also been active on national and international committees, including the USA Softball International Committee and Umpire Manual Committee. Drumm has officiated at the 2020 Olympic Games, seven WBSC World Championships, six Women’s College World Series, and more than 40 district, state, and regional championships since 1994. Her leadership has set a standard of excellence in umpiring.
Hank Garris – Slow Pitch Player
Hank Garris is celebrated as one of the most prolific home run hitters in slow pitch softball history. With a career batting average of .740 and over 2,000 home runs, he earned nine ASA Super National All-American selections and helped his teams secure six Super National Championships, including two Grand Slam titles. From 1998–2001, he hit 762 home runs with a .770 average, earning multiple Player of the Year honors. Garris has been recognized on All-Decade and All-Century teams and was previously inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame.
Jason Kendrick – Slow Pitch Player
Jason Kendrick distinguished himself as a top defensive outfielder and powerful hitter. A two-time Men’s Slow Pitch National Team member, he earned 18 All-World selections and multiple MVP honors. Kendrick was named to 13 All-Annual Teams by USA Softball, Supreme Softball, and Old Scout, and received accolades including 1997 Softball Today Player of the Year and 2007 Old Scout Player of the Year. He is also a member of the USSSA and WSL Hall of Fame.
Kelly Kretschman – Fast Pitch Player
Kelly Kretschman is one of the most decorated players in USA Softball history. A two-time Olympic medalist, she also represented Team USA in the Pan American Games, World Cup of Softball, and Canada Cup. At the University of Alabama, she was a four-time NFCA All-American and four-time All-SEC selection. Professionally, Kretschman was a nine-time NPF All-Star, seven-time NPF Champion, and the first player to win the Triple Crown in 2016. She was NPF Player of the Year from 2015–2017 and continues to impact the sport as part of the Women’s National Team coaching pool.
Chris Miljavac – Fast Pitch Player
Chris Miljavac played 18 years at the top levels of ASA/USA Softball, earning multiple All-America honors and five ASA Men’s Major National Championships. He represented the U.S. on the Men’s National Fast Pitch Team from 2001–2008 and 2012–2015, winning gold at the 2002 Pan American qualifier and silver at the 2003 Pan American Games. Miljavac’s international experience includes ISF World Championships, Pan American Games, and Men’s World Cup tournaments. He continues to serve the sport on the U.S. Men’s National Team Selection Committee.
John Miller – Meritorious Service
John Miller dedicated more than 36 years to USA Softball of Northern California, shaping the sport through leadership and service. Beginning as Assistant District Commissioner in 1976, he later served as District Commissioner and Northern California Commissioner, overseeing 28 counties. Nationally, he held roles including Western Territory Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at the USA Softball National Office. Miller’s work on national committees, covering equipment testing, insurance, and tournament organization, reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing the game.