What 'unthinkable' season, first WCWS trip meant to Mississippi State softball
Mississippi State softball made history by reaching the Women's College World Series for the first time. Despite being eliminated on May 29, the team expressed pride in their achievement. Coach Samantha Ricketts and her players celebrated their journey and the support from fans.
- ▪Mississippi State softball reached the Women's College World Series for the first time in program history.
- ▪The team was eliminated from the tournament on May 29, 2026.
- ▪Coach Samantha Ricketts had a bold prediction about the team's potential back in October.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 04:04:42 +0000 |
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