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LSU football head coach Lane Kiffin was invited to throw the first pitch at softball against Ole Miss.

Lane Kiffin Gets First Pitch Invite From LSU Softball Ahead of Ole Miss Clash

LSU softball invites Lane Kiffin to throw the first pitch vs Ole Miss, adding buzz to the rivalry matchup.

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Utah Softball Shakes Up Coaching Staff Midseason

American Samoa Softball Association Announces Athlete Pool Class of 2026

4 College Softball Coaches on the Hot Seat With One Month Left in 2026 Season

Texas A&M Softball Set to Host 2026 AUSL Championship Series

Former Oklahoma Softball Stars Announce Major Life Changes

Oklahoma State Stuns Oklahoma, Texas State, Duke and Stephen F. Austin Add to Midweek Softball Upsets

No Softball at Vanderbilt? Tennessee Columnist Suggests Unusual Fix

Softball America Bracketology Update Names Stanford, Texas A&M New WCWS Regional Host Favorites

Head Coach Megan Curry Reveals What it Took for Samford Softball to Upset No. 2 Alabama

Injuries

Robyn Herron is battling a nagging knee injury.

Courtney Deifel Gives Injury Update on Arkansas Softball Ace Robyn Herron

Freshman Hildie Dempsey is out for the season.

UCF Softball Pitcher Out for 2026 After Season-Ending Injury

Ava Brown suffered a lower leg injury against Cal.

Florida Softball Coach Tim Walton Provides Update on Ava Brown’s Potential Return

Arizona starting pitcher Rylie Holder earned the win on Friday but exited the game after taking a line drive to the head.

Arizona Softball Pitcher Hit by Line Drive to Head, Wildcats Clinch BYU Series Win

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Tennessee infielder Makenzie Butt transferred to the Lady Vols from Boise State after the 2025 season.

NCAA Softball May Shift Transfer Portal Window After Key Vote

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Softball On SI Debuts Podcast, Features Belmont Star Maya Johnson

Texas Tech head coach Gerry Glasco detailed The Matador Club's involvement in several landmark NIL deals during Big 12 softball media days on Thursday.

Texas Tech Softball's Gerry Glasco Details Timeline of The Matador Club's Involvement in Landmark NIL Deals

Texas Tech Red Raiders utility Makayla Garcia celebrates after scoring a run at the Women's College World Series.

How Texas Tech Softball Turned Gutsy WCWS Call Into Recruiting Weapon

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti looks on in the fourth quarter against the Miami Hurricanes during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

How Curt Cignetti's Historic Indiana Run Compares to College Softball Moments

Arizona's Jalen Adams transferred in from Iowa after a coaching change.

Softball On SI Predicts 2026’s Most Impactful Transfer

Texas softball head coach Mike White recently provided an update regarding the eligibility of Sophia Bordi.

Texas Softball Coach Mike White Addresses Sophia Bordi Eligibility Status

Makenna Reid recently discussed why she chose to stay at Florida State rather than transferring.

FSU Softball Pitcher Explains Why She Didn’t Enter the Transfer Portal

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Lincoln Southwest (Nebraska) pitch Maisey McCarty led the Silver Hawks to a state championship win last season.

MaxPreps Names Best High School Softball Players to Watch in 2026

Maddie Watson, Jamie Lynn Spears, and family.

Britney Spears’ Niece Signs with Southern Miss Softball

Karen Weekly and Halle Bailey

National Signing Day Delivers Impactful Moments for Legacy Softball Players

These 9 SEC Softball Programs Dominated 2026 National Signing Day

Emma Ford signed to play college softball at Clemson on Wednesday.

Daughter of Texas A&M Softball Head Coach Trisha Ford Signs with Clemson

The Power of Great Coaches: How High School Mentorship Shapes the Future of Young Athletes

Caroline Stanton ranks No.1.

Softball America Announces Updated Recruiting Rankings for Class of 2026

South Carolina Softball's Top Recruit Aspen Boulware Shocks Fans With Social Media Announcement

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The Arkansas Razorbacks take the No.1 spot in the NCAA Softball RPI Rankings.

Arkansas Softball Jumps to No.1 in RPI Standings

Megan Grant has had a historic season with the UCLA Bruins.

Softball On SI Unveils 2026 Player of the Year Favorites

Boston U's Kasey Ricard ranks first in the NCAA in wins (24), innings pitched (175.2), and shutouts (11), and tied for fifth in strikeouts (183).

NCAA Softball Statistical Leaders After Week 10

Texas softball continues to hit home runs off a graduate housing complex in left field.

This Texas Housing Complex Keeps Getting Hit by a Growing Softball Problem

Kids Eat Unexpected Snack After Playing on Field Once Used by Softball Stars

Duke softball's Aminah Vega was named the Softball On SI Player of the Week on April 14, 2026.

ACC Talent Shines in Latest Softball On SI Weekly Awards

Maya Johnson leads the NCAA in ERA.

Softball On SI Names 2026 Pitcher of the Year Favorites

Florida State Softball's Historic Run Ends with Sweep by Stanford

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Oklahoma Sooners catcher Kendall Wells (1) celebrates after getting walked in the second inning of a college softball game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Kentucky Wildcats at Love's Field in Norman, Okla., Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Softball On SI Reveals 2026 Freshman of the Year Favorites

Oklahoma rises to the No.1 spot.

Oklahoma Softball Rises to No.1 in Softball America’s Rankings

2025 Conference Champion, NCAA Tournament Team Set to Join New League in 2027

Texas softball's Katie Stewart hit a walk-off home run to beat Oklahoma on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

College Softball Fans Outraged as ESPN Bumps Red River Rivalry Before Epic Finish

Alabama softball head coach Patrick Murphy congratulates batter Jena Young as she rounds the bases.

Alabama Softball Coach Patrick Murphy Reaches Historic Milestone in Win Over Auburn

Karlyn Pickens threw her fourth career no-hitter against Kentucky.

Karlyn Pickens Throws Fourth Career No-Hitter as Tennessee Softball Beats Kentucky

The No. 9 Bruins’ offense exploded for an astonishing 14-run seventh inning to win 17-0.

UCLA Softball Explodes for 8 Home Runs as Megan Grant Makes Big Ten History Again

The Southeastern Conference is honoring the late Alex Wilcox on Saturday, April 11, 2026, by wearing teal.

Why Are College Softball Teams Wearing Teal? The Meaning Explained

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Florida Gators pitcher Keagan Rothrock no-hit South Carolina on Friday, April 10, 2026.

Florida Softball Star Keagan Rothrock Throws No-Hitter With Surprising Twist

Texas hosts Oklahoma for a three-game series.

Red River Rivalry Softball Tickets Skyrocket as OU-Texas Prices Hit Thousands

No.3 Texas and No.4 Oklahoma will face off for the annual Red River Rivalry.

5 College Softball Games to Watch This Weekend

The Duke Blue Devils were picked as one of three ACC hosts in the second Softball America Bracketology projection.

LSU, Duke Emerge as Projected WCWS Regional Hosts in Latest Softball America Bracketology

LA28 tickets have gone on sale.

LA28 Olympics Softball Ticket Guide: Prices, Dates, Availability

The NCAA is proposing a new eligibility rule that could affect college softball.

How the NCAA’s New Eligibility Rule Proposal Could Impact College Softball

The Oklahoma State softball team was involved in an accident en route to Wichita on Wednesday.

Oklahoma State Softball Bus Involved in Accident, Game vs. Wichita State Postponed

Virginia Tech outfielder Bre Warren is suing the NCAA over eligibility.

Virginia Tech Softball Outfielder Sues NCAA Over Eligibility

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Oklahoma is tied for No.1 in Softball America's SEC Power Rankings

Softball America Reveals Surprising Tie at No. 1 in SEC Power Rankings

Oklahoma Sooners catcher Kendall Wells (1) walked on a six-pitch at-bat in the bottom of the first as the University of Oklahoma hosted the University of Kentucky at Love's Field in Norman, Okla., Wednesday, April 3, 2026.

ESPN Analyst Calls Out College Softball Umpires Over Strike Zone

Knoxville has become a hub for softball thanks to the Lady Vols.

Tennessee to Welcome New Women’s Pro Softball Team in League Expansion

Alabama is Softball On SI's Team of the Week after dethroning Texas.

Alabama, OU, Kansas, Boston, Saint Mary’s Capture Weekly Awards from Softball On SI

Florida outfielder Taylor Shumaker (21) is tied for the NCAA lead in runs scored (59) after nine weeks of competition.

NCAA Softball Statistical Leaders After Week 9

Meredith Haskew Grant was seen physically fighting two of the opponent’s coaches.

Shocking Video Shows Youth Softball Coach Attacking Opposing Coach

The Alabama Crimson Tide has taken the No.1 spot in Softball America's Rankings.

Alabama Softball Dethrones Texas, Takes Over No. 1 Ranking

Megan homered twice on Saturday, setting a new single-season home run record.

Dual-Sport Star Megan Grant Sets UCLA Softball Record, Wins Women’s Basketball National Championship

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Jocelyn Briski sits No.2 in Softball America's Pitching Rankings.

Belmont's Maya Johnson, Alabama's Jocelyn Briski Lead Softball America’s Pitcher Rankings

The Stetson and Florida softball teams paused their game on Wednesday to watch the launch of the Orion spacecraft.

Florida, Stetson Softball Game Paused to View Historic Artemis II Launch

Sophomore Miali Guachino threw a complete game in the circle on Sunday to take down LSU.

OU Softball’s Win Over LSU Sparks Record ESPN Viewership

Kendall Wells has made SEC history with 27 home runs and counting.

OU Softball’s Kendall Wells sets SEC Home Run Record, On Pace for NCAA History

Belmont's senior pitcher Maya Johnson (23) leads the NCAA in ERA (0.26), shutouts (9), and strikeouts (228).

NCAA Softball Statistical Leaders After Week 8

Nebraska pitcher and utility player Alexis Jensen was named Softball On SI's Freshman of the Week after going 2-0 against UCLA.

Virginia, Washington, Nebraska, Omaha Earn Weekly Honors from Softball On SI

Texas Tech's NiJaree Canady receives a golden ticket to the 2026 draft from AUSL commissioner Kim Ng, Friday, March 27, 2026, at Tracy Sellers Field.

AUSL Golden Ticket Tracker: College Softball Stars Punch Their Ticket to the Pros

Ella Cunningham was the brunt of obscene chants from Southern Miss.

Southern Miss Softball Blasted for 'Disrespectful' Behavior Against Troy, Labeled 'Classless' Online

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April 2, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama left fielder Lauren Johnson celebrates after making a diving catch at Rhoads Stadium as Number 1 Texas and Number 4 Alabama play an SEC series.

No. 4 Alabama Makes Statement, Beats No. 1 Texas in Massive Series Win

Utah and UCF's series finale ended in a tie due to Utah's drop-dead time limit.

Big 12 Series Finale Ends in Tie After Drop-Dead Time Halts Game in Extra Innings

Oregon utility player Elon Butler hit for the cycle against Iowa on Saturday, April 4.

Oregon Softball Star Delivers Historic Performance as Ducks Stun Iowa in Extra-Inning Thriller

LSU infielder Kylee Edwards became the first Tiger to hit for the cycle in program history.

Kylee Edwards Makes LSU Softball History as Tigers Crush Missouri

President Trump signed an executive order that could directly affect women's collegiate sports.

President Trump's Executive Order May Reshape College Softball and Women’s Sports Programs

The Kent State football team showed up in full pads to cheer on the softball team.

Kent State Football Steals the Show Cheering on Softball in Full Gear

UMBC fired softball head coach Angie Nicholson after just 18 games.

More Details Emerge About Toxic Coaches as UMBC Softball Cancels Season

A star-studded list of 36 athletes has been selected for consideration for the 2026 USA Softball WNT.

USA Softball Unveils 2026 Women’s National Team Athlete Pool

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A drop-dead time was called in the Oregon vs. Northwestern game due to Oregon's travel schedule.

Oregon, Northwestern Drop-Dead Softball Game Leaves Social Media in an Uproar

Nebraska won the series over UCLA.

Nebraska Surges, Tennessee Drops Out of Top 10 in Softball America's Top 25 Shakeup

No. 1 Texas improves to 31-1 after defeating No. 15 Texas A&M in Saturday's day game to capture the Lone Star Showdown series.

AUSL Grants Second and Third Golden Tickets on the Forty Acres

NiJaree Canady was given the first AUSL Golden Ticket of 2026.

NFL Superstar Patrick Mahomes Assists AUSL in Awarding First Golden Ticket

UMBC softball coaches Angie (far right) and Rick (far left) were fired after just 18 games.

‘They Told Me I Was Worthless’: Former Players Speak Out After UMBC Softball Coaching Scandal

Jennifer Rocha has been away from the team after battling a health issue.

Oklahoma Softball Pitching Coach Jennifer Rocha Reportedly Set to Return Against LSU

The ACC is projected to have eight bids in the NCAA Tournament.

SEC, ACC Lead WCWS Field in First Softball America Bracketology Projection

Florida upset the former No.1 Tennessee Lady Vols last weekend.

Major SEC Shakeup in Softball America Power Rankings as Florida Surges Past Tennessee

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Texas Tech made it to Orlando to sweep UCF.

Texas Tech Head Coach Gerry Glasco Details Reason Behind Florida State, Stetson Cancellations

The Oklahoma Sooners jump into the RPI Top 10.

Oklahoma Softball Jumps Into RPI Top 10, Tennessee Remains No. 1

Florida State's Isa Torres currently leads the NCAA Division I in batting average (.642).

NCAA Softball Statistical Leaders After Week 7

Caelee Clark from Texas Lutheran University is the NCAA softball record holder for stolen bases.

College Softball Player Smashes NCAA Record for Stolen Bases

The Creighton Bluejays improve to 7-2 in Big East play after three consecutive walk-off wins over Villanova last weekend.

Creighton, Oregon and Missouri Standouts Grab Softball On SI Weekly Awards

Jayden Heavener's pitch has gone viral on social media.

LSU Softball Star Jayden Heavener’s Strikeout Celebration Sets Off Social Media Firestorm

Angie and Rick Nicholson have been fired after just 18 games at Maryland Baltimore County.

College Softball Coaching Couple Fired Amid Inappropriate Conduct Allegations

The Texas Longhorns have claimed the No.1 spot.

Texas Climbs to No. 1 in Softball America Rankings After Tennessee Falls to Florida

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