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Sonoma State announced the reinstatement of its softball program for the 2027-28 academic year.

After Two-Year Hiatus, NCAA Division II Institution Brings Back Softball

The Sonoma State Seawolves are coming back to Rohnert Park in fall 2027.

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North Carolina, Kentucky Advance to Little League Softball World Series Semifinals

Delaware Primed for Championship Run as Senior League Softball World Series Enters Bracket Play

Social Media Personality Takes Over as Southern Utah Softball Head Coach

NCAA Division II Adopts New Age-Based Eligibility Policy Following Division I Changes

UAB Softball Reunites With Former Texas Tech Assistant Coach Hunter Veach

International Teams Take Center Stage on Day 3 of Senior League Softball World Series

Michigan Continues Dominant Title Defense on Day 2 of Senior League Softball World Series

Senior League Softball World Series Opens With Clutch Performances

Montana Fouts Flirts with Perfection as Team USA Wins Gold at International Cup

Injuries

Marin Heller underwent surgery after a collision at second base.

Florida State Softball Gives Injury Update on Marin Heller

Arkansas outfielder Dakota Kennedy exited Friday's game against Oklahoma early with an injury.

Arkansas Outfielder Leaves Game Against Oklahoma After Injury Scare

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

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The Alfred A. Arraj United States Courthouse, a federal courthouse located in Denver, pictured on Nov. 17, 2025

How the Court's NCAA 5-for-5 Ruling Impacts College Softball

DJ Gasso during a softball game between Utah and Washington in the Women's College World Series at USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City, Friday, June 2, 2023.

DJ Gasso and Tulsa Softball Reload Ahead of the 2027 Season

Maddie Wachter delivers a pitch for the Bryant Bulldogs

St. John's Softball Lands America East Pitcher of the Year Via Transfer Portal

The Siesta Key Phinz celebrate the 2026 FGCL tournament championship

No. 9 Seed Completes Cinderella Run to Florida Gulf Coast League Softball Championship

The Texas Longhorns celebrate after defeating the Oklahoma State Cowgirls 6-5 in the second game of a WCWS semifinal Monday night.

NCAA Approves New Junior College Transfer Rules: What They Mean for Softball

Isa Torres was the hottest name in the transfer portal.

Ranking the 10 Best College Softball Transfer Portal Classes of 2026

Sophia Bordi is transferring to Rutgers.

Former Texas, Oklahoma Pitcher Sophia Bordi Transfers to Third School Before NCAA Debut

Right handed pitcher Hallie Burns delivers pitch for her former team, Southeastern Louisiana.

Southland Pitcher of the Year Finds New Home at Baylor

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Owen’s Mia Roland runs home after hitting a home run in the game against Swain County, April 18, 2024.

Top-Ranked 2027 Softball Star Changes Course, Flips Commitment from South Carolina to Tennessee

Team USA's Goose Hutchens runs home to score a run during a softball game between Team USA and Mexico in the U-18 WBSC World Cup at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.

Why the No. 1 College Softball Recruit's Reclassification Is a Big Win for Oklahoma in 2027

WCWS field before Game 1 of the NCAA softball Women's College World Series finals between the Texas Longhorns and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

SEC Softball Coach Warns NCAA Eligibility Change Will Create 'Casualties'

Fans hold items for Texas players to sign before Game 1 of the NCAA softball Women's College World Series finals between the Texas Longhorns and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

How the NCAA's New Age-Based Eligibility Rule Could Impact College Softball

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

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

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

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Kinsley Carter, a rising sophomore at Station Camp High School in Gallatin, Tenn., died on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Police Investigating Fatal Crash That Claimed Life of Tennessee High School Softball Player

The Delaware D3 Seniors participated in the 2025 Senior League Softball World Series in Roxanna.

Senior League Softball World Series Set to Begin in Delaware

The USA Softball International Cup is set for July 30-August 3 at Devon Park in Oklahoma City.

USA Softball International Cup: Rosters, Tickets, Schedule, How to Watch

2025 Clemson University graduate Maddie Moore is one of three players to sign with the Knoxville Miracle for the 2027 Professional Softball League (PSL) season.

Knoxville Miracle Continues Roster Build With Two New Additions

Texas Tech has reloaded for the 2027 season.

Texas Tech Softball Hires Oklahoma Legend, Veteran Hitting Coach Ahead of 2027 Season

Norwalk High School softball players celebrate a home run.

Former Connecticut High School Softball Coach Charged With Sexual Assault Faces Civil Lawsuit

UAB Softball has hired a new head coach.

UAB Softball Hires New Head Coach Following Lengthy Investigation

Sydney McKinney of the Spark celebrates between innings during an AUSL softball game between the Oklahoma City Spark and the Carolina Blaze at Oklahoma Christian University in Oklahoma City,

Wichita State Hires Softball Legend as Assistant Coach

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Little League International Explains Tulsa National Softball's Removal in Exclusive Interview

Head coach Jennifer McFalls coaches at third base.

Kansas Secures Head Coach Through 2030 Following Postseason Appearance

Danielle Lawrie has become the ultimate softball mom.

ESPN Analyst Danielle Lawrie's Daughter Shines at Little League Softball Northwest Region Tournament

Little League Softball World Series Contender Disqualified From Southwest Region Tournament

An Oklahoma Little League softball team is in the spotlight after three separate protests were filed at the Southwest Region Tournament.

Two More Protests Filed at Little League Softball Southwest Region Tournament

Japan went undefeated in Lima to advance to the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup.

Japan, Puerto Rico Advance to WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Final

New Eligibility Protest Emerges at Little League Softball Southwest Region Tournament

Georgina Corrick threw a one-hit shutout for Great Britain.

Japan Secures Playoff Spot, Georgina Corrick Stuns for Great Britain on Day 3 of WBSC World Cup Group Lima

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The revamped United Athletic Conference announced that its slogan is "Forge Ahead" for the upcoming season.

What to Know About the New United Athletic Conference for Softball

2025 Mississippi State University graduate Jessie Blaine became the first player to sign with the Knoxville Miracle on July 1.

Knoxville Miracle Announces Tryouts for New Women's Pro Softball Team

Amiya Carpenter of Camden-Wyoming connects on a pitch in a game with Texas.

ESPN Announces Exclusive Coverage of 2026 Little League Softball Region Tournaments

Team USA's Goose Hutchens scores a run during a softball game between Team USA and Mexico in the U-18 WBSC World Cup at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.

College Softball No.1 Recruit Reclassifies, Joins Oklahoma in 2027

Gabriella Munoz poses for the 2025 season in her individual photos for Livingstone College.

College Softball Community Mourns the Loss of Student-Athlete

Great Britain grabbed their first win of the tournament due to a no-hitter from Jasmine Francik.

Great Britain Throws No-Hitter While Japan, Puerto Rico Stay Perfect in WBSC World Cup Group Lima

A CIF softball is seen resting in the dirt in front of the pitcher's rubber after a CIF-SS Division 4 quarterfinal game in Indio, Calif., Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

California High School Softball Powerhouse Looking for a New Head Coach

Team USA is eyeing a Gold medal after taking Silver at the Tokyo 2020 Games.

Two Years to LA28: Softball’s Return, Qualifications, Nations to Keep an Eye On

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Madeline Lawson delivers a pitch for Columbia during the 2026 softball season.

2026 Ivy League Pitcher of the Year Transfers to Stanford

Jun 3, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; UCLA Bruins first baseman Kinsley Washington (37) beats the throw to Northwestern Wildcats catcher Jordyn Rudd (36) to score a run during the first inning of the NCAA Women's College World Series game at USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports

Northwestern Softball Reportedly Eyeing Reunion With Former Star for Assistant Coaching Role

No.1 Japan defeated No.12 Great Britain in six innings.

Japan, Puerto Rico, Venezuela Open WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group Lima With Wins

Antonio Cipriano and NiJaree Canady were teammates during the MLBx: All-Star 3-on-3 competition.

MLBx All-Star: Rachel Garcia Earns MVP Honors, NiJaree Canady Teams Up With "Off Campus" Star

Team Canada defeated Chinese Taipei to win the Canada Cup Championship.

Team Canada Wins 2026 Canada Cup Championship, TC Colorado Leads All-Star Team

Japan has won 13 medals in the history of the Women’s Softball World Cup

WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Lima: Preview, Schedule

Texas Tech's Jasmyn Burns reacts to her game-tying hit against Ole Miss with assistant coach Hunter Veach during the Lubbock Regional of the NCAA Division I softball tournament, Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Tracy Sellers Field.

5 Candidates UAB Softball Should Consider Hiring as Head Coach

UAB is parting ways with head coach Taylor Smartt after a third-party investigation determined she committed UAB and NCAA violations.

UAB Parts Ways With Softball Coach Taylor Smartt After Investigation

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Chris Stelma coaching softball at Saint Peter's.

UMBC Softball Reportedly Hires New Head Coach After Staff Firings and Canceled 2026 Season

Pac-12 Softball Returns for 2027 Season With 7 Member Schools

Virginia softball coach Joanna Hardin before the start of the NCAA college softball regional against Tennessee on May 16, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Report: Letter Accuses Virginia Softball Coach Joanna Hardin of Creating 'Toxic' Environment

Binghamton’s Brianna Roberts pitches against Stanford during the Eugene NCAA Softball Regional on May 16, 2025.

Virginia Softball Adds Former Conference Pitcher of the Year in Latest Portal Addition

Softball players who are part of Team USA wave on to fans after a game.

Team USA Softball's Next World Title Chase Begins With Star-Studded Roster

NiJaree Canady was drafted No.2 overall by the Texas Volts.

Why the Texas Volts Called Stanford to Help NiJaree Canady

Megan Grant set the single-season home run record in 2026 with 42.

USA Softball Expands National Team Athlete Pool With 3 Additions

Texas Tech assistant coach Hunter Veach looks on against Indiana during a non-conference Division I softball game, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at Rocky Johnson Field.

Texas Tech Softball Not Bringing Back Assistant Coaches Ahead of 2027 Season

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The Bradenton Slice won the 2026 FGCL regular-season title.

Florida Gulf Coast League Softball Playoffs Set to Begin

Rhonda Revelle has been extended through 2031.

Nebraska Softball Extends Rhonda Revelle, Adds Alumni to Coaching Staff

Arizona Softball Adds Former All-American to Coaching Staff

Oregon infielder Paige Sinicki throws to first for an out as the Oregon Ducks host the UCLA Bruins on April 18, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene.

Paige Sinicki Returns to Softball After Breast Cancer Battle

Oregon Softball Elevates Popular Assistant Sydney Romero

Crissy Strimple is the new assistant coach at Ohio State.

Former Tulsa Softball Head Coach Lands Position at Ohio State

The Canada Cup Women’s International Softball Championship is held from July 6-12.

Canada Cup Women's International Softball Championship: Rosters and How to Watch

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Birmingham Set to Host Inaugural PSL Championship Week

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The Pitt State Softball star finished her career with the longest hitting streak in NCAA history (48).

Former Pittsburg State Softball Star Becomes First Division II Player to Sign With PSL

Alabama-Birmingham head coach Taylor Smartt has been on administrative leave since Friday, April 25.

UAB Investigation Into Softball Coach Taylor Smartt Nearing Conclusion, Email Shows

Trena Prater is shaking up her recruiting at Memphis via the transfer portal.

Memphis Softball Signs Social Media Star, Pulls Offers From Multiple 2027 Commits

The Gardner-Webb softball team has a new head coach following an investigation into the previous one.

Gardner-Webb Announces New Softball Coach Less Than 24 Hours After Softball On SI Report

Florida State Seminoles catcher Michaela Edenfield (51) and infielder Jaysoni Beachum (42) talk before an inning during the 2025 season.

Texas Tech Softball Adds Two-Time All-American, Former National Freshman of the Year

Jul 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; A general view of the red carpet prior to the 2016 ESPY Awards at Microsoft Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NCAA Softball Highlighted in 2026 ESPYS Awards Nominations

Twin sisters Madison and Mackenzie Pickens are headed to LSU.

LSU Softball Lands Twin Sister Sluggers in Transfer Portal

LSU utility Tori Edwards (42) drives in a run with a hit against Oklahoma at Jack Turner Stadium.

Florida Softball Adds Former LSU All-American Tori Edwards Through Transfer Portal

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Atalyia Rijo is transferring to Texas A&M.

Former Arkansas Softball Shortstop Transfers to Texas A&M

Ilove'a Brittingham is transferring from BYU to Oregon.

NFCA All-American Slugger Transfers to Oregon Softball

Amber Freeman leaves Arizona softball to join the Longhorns' coaching staff.

Texas Softball Snags Arizona Wildcat to Complete Coaching Staff

Mackenzie Pickens has entered the transfer portal.

Ole Miss Softball Infielder Joins All-American Twin Sister in Transfer Portal

Former Gardner-Webb softball coach Bailey Wigness was not retained after an investigation was launched into alleged inappropriate relationship with student-athletes.

Gardner-Webb Softball Coach Not Retained After Investigation Into Alleged Student-Athlete Relationships

Madison Pickens has entered the transfer portal.

Louisville Softball All-American Slugger Enters Transfer Portal

CCNY will transition to a NCAA varsity team during the 2027-28 season.

NCAA Division III Institution Relaunches Softball Program Ahead of 2026-27 Academic Year

Chattanooga head coach Frank Reed announced his retirement on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Legendary Chattanooga Softball Coach Announces Retirement After 25 Seasons

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