Ole Miss Softball Advances First Time Women’s College World Series

Boonsboro graduate Rachel Roupe had a standout senior softball season at Liberty University, hitting a pivotal three-run homer to help Liberty upset No. 1 Texas A&M and reach the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time in program history. Meanwhile, Ole Miss has made historic strides in college softball, advancing to the Women’s College Softball World Series for the first time, fueled by strong pitching and explosive offense. A significant factor in Ole Miss's success has been assistant coach Ehren Earleywine, who returned to college softball after a seven-year hiatus following his dismissal from Missouri amid leadership concerns. Despite past controversies, Earleywine has been credited for revitalizing Ole Miss’s offense, which improved notably under his guidance, earning praise from head coach Jamie Trachsel and players alike. Former Ole Miss head coach and current analyst Missy Dickerson has also highlighted Earleywine's strategic impact on the team’s historic season and offensive development. Collectively, these achievements underscore a season of remarkable breakthroughs for both Liberty and Ole Miss softball programs.