Charlotte, N.C. - Amanda Naranjo has signed with Johnson & Wales Charlotte, becoming the third member of the Wildcats' 2026 recruiting class.

Naranjo attends North Forsyth High School in Cumming, Ga. She is a catcher that plays club softball for SoCal Athletics.

She is the daughter of Dayami and Armando Naranjo, and  plans to major in Health Science at Johnson & Wales. Naranjo found a welcoming community at JWU. "I love the environment and I love that I am accepted here for who I am! I can't wait to start a new chapter in my life here!"

Head coach Courtney Orr is excited to add a player in Naranjo that has great leadership characteristics.  "Amanda brings such a powerful presence not only with her actions but with her voice. I believe she will be a driving force for us and we can't wait to see what she can do! Welcome to the Pack, Amanda."