River Mount, a left-handed pitcher for Mustang High School’s varsity softball team, is entering her junior year with a reputation for command, creativity and a team-first mindset. A 2028 graduate, Mount has already contributed to a program that posted a 32-3 record and won the 2025 6A state title, part of a tradition of statewide success.
Mount describes her approach at the plate as a three-step process. “Dial in timing, recognize spin early and identify the pitch that fits the role in the lineup.” In the circle, she says the hardest part of pitching is keeping outside noise out and staying focused on the task at hand. That focus has helped her handle high-leverage moments for a Broncos squad known for its energy game after game.
Mount credits teammate Rylann Beeson with leaving the biggest impression on her, citing how much Beeson lifted her up and supported her throughout the 2025 season. She points to Weslyn “Wes” McCorvey as the most vocal teammate and Jade Ashbaugh as the player who makes everyone laugh. Mount also notes that Abbi Keele probably wore the dirtiest uniform last year because she is always diving and getting dirty for plays.
For Mount, the favorite part of being on the team is watching teammates succeed and grow. She says the squad’s defining trait is the energy it brings to every game, a quality that has helped sustain the program’s competitive edge.
Off the field, Mount’s interests range from caring for her chickens to window shopping with friends. At school, she favors English, especially writing, and names first-grade teacher Tiffany Lissolo as her favorite instructor. She also stays active around campus by supporting the girls basketball team and attending weekend football games. In the community, she enjoys the annual Western Days rodeo in Mustang.
Mount cites professional pitcher Montana Fouts, an Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) champion, as one of her biggest inspirations. She admires how Fouts uses softball to spread her faith in God and love for others, a model Mount seeks to emulate.
Being an athlete, she says, has taught her how to come back from and deal with failure, a lesson that has shaped her approach to both sport and school. And while she embraces the superstitions of the game—like not stepping on the chalk line to keep the field looking better and avoid bad luck—she keeps her focus on fundamentals and growth.
As she moves into 11th grade, Mount’s blend of poise, work ethic and community spirit positions her as a key piece of Mustang’s pitching staff and a leader in the making.
