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What We Know About OU Softball Pitching Coach Jennifer Rocha’s ‘Pretty Severe’ Health Issue

Just moments before Oklahoma softball’s season-opener in Arizona, head coach Patty Gasso announced that pitching coach Jennifer Rocha did not travel with the team due to a health-related issue and would be away from the team for an undetermined period.

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Stanford Softball Delivers Perfect 5-0 Start in Brand New Stadium

It was all smiles for the Stanford Cardinal on a sunny Super Bowl LX weekend in California. The Stanford softball program proudly christened its brand new stadium, cruising to an undefeated 5-0 record right to start the 2026 season.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 11

Michigan Softball Star Infielder Begins Season With Injury

The injury bug has come for the softball season already, and Michigan is unfortunately one of the first teams to be on the receiving end. Star infielder

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 10

How a Florida State Softball Star is Driving Change for the Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes played through a living nightmare last season. Their head coach took a leave of absence, the interim head coach quit, and then the next interim head coach wasn't hired back.

Oregon Ducks News / Softball On SI / February 10

Southeastern Louisiana Softball Gains First Top 25 Ranking After Upsetting Oregon

For the first time in program history, the two-time reigning Southland Conference Tournament champions, Southeastern Louisiana, landed on the NFCA/GoRout Division I Coaches Poll. Debuting at No.25, the Lions earned 65 votes after going 4-2 at the NFCA Leadoff Classic in Clearwater, Fla.

Texas Longhorns News / Softball On SI / February 10

Why a Texas Softball Legend Believes Longhorns Pitching Isn’t a Concern After Early Games

By glancing at rankings and records, the reigning national champions seemed to have had a decent start to the 2026 softball season. The Texas Longhorns finished the UTSA Invitational 4-1 after battling two ranked opponents in four games, and the bats exploded for a .361 average with 11 home runs and 39 RBIs.

Michigan State Spartans News / Softball On SI / February 10

Softball On SI Weekly Awards Highlight Stanford, Michigan State, Belmont and Auburn

The first week of the 2026 college softball season is in the book and it is time for Softball On SI to unveil it's first set of weekly awards. Throughout the season, the staff at Softball On SI will determine a Player of the Week, Pitcher of the Week, Freshman of the Week, and Team of the Week.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 10

Grand Canyon Softball Loses Star Infielder for 2026 Season

A devastating blow was delivered to the Grand Canyon softball team just before the season's opening game. The Antelopes will be without Preseason Mountain West Player of the Year, Savannah Kirk.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

NCAA Softball Statistical Leaders After Week 1

Opening weekend of the 2026 NCAA season brought numerous upsets, broken records, inside-the-park home runs, perfect games and so much more. Amidst all the excitement, although numbers aren't everything, they tend to speak for themselves.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

Olympic Softball Qualification Announced for LA28, Team USA Automatically Qualifies

Softball is set to return to the Olympic Games in three years on July 23, 2028, but the road to the gold medal begins now. The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) announced on Monday the qualification process for the six-team softball tournament at the Los Angeles Games.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

Duke Softball Gives Update on Transfer Jessica Oakland

Duke softball began its season on Friday at the UCF Black and Gold Invitational in Orlando, Fla, without one of its most anticipated players. Per a Duke

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

5 Softball Records Set Around the Country During Opening Weekend

The start of the Division I college softball season has been nothing short of impressive. Major upsets took place, rookies launched their first home runs, aces threw no-hitters and complete games, several transfers found a place to call home, and records were smashed.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

Upsets Erupt Across Opening Weekend of College Softball

The 2026 season delivered a whirlwind of emotion in its opening weekend. The buildup to February proved justified as established institutions revealed early cracks and emerging programs rose to the occasion.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

Early Chaos Shakes Up Softball America’s Week 2 College Softball Top 25 Rankings

The first week of college softball play was one for the books. After several upsets, grand slams, no-hitters, and run-rule victories, there’s already a shakeup within Softball America’s Top 25 rankings. The Texas Tech Red Raiders remain No.1 after taking down Texas A&M, but the undefeated Tennessee Lady Vols jump from No.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational Preview and How to Watch

The NCAA Division I Softball season has officially started, and one of the most anticipated events annually is the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 9

College Softball Weekly Trending Report

NCAA Division I softball's opening weekend was one for the history books. From perfect games to offensive outbursts to remarkable upsets, it had a little bit of everything softball fans were looking forward to.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 8

Former North Texas Softball Coach Involved in Social Media Dispute With Player

The North Texas softball team is off to a disappointing start in 2026, dropping its first four games at the Twisted Vines Bayou Bash in Lake Charles, La.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 7

Must-See Leadoff Inside-the-Park Home Run

Florida International won its first three games to start the 2026 season, but it's what happened to lead off Game 2 that has captured the internet's attention.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 6

Belmont Softball Star Maya Johnson Records Perfect Game in Season Debut

Belmont pitcher Maya Johnson became a bona fide superstar last season and added to her legacy with another performance for the record books in a 9-0 win over Missouri State on Friday at the Red and Black Showcase in Athens, Ga.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 6

College Softball Opening Day Brings Early Season Upsets for Top Programs

The NCAA Division I softball season began on Thursday, bringing a surge of excitement for players, coaches, and fans who had been eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite game since early June.

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 6

These 5 Clutch At-Bats Fueled NCAA Softball Opening Day

From grand slams to no-hitters to run-rule victories, the 2026 softball season kicked off with a powerful start on Thursday. At the plate, several newcomers

Arizona Wildcats News / Softball On SI / February 6

College Softball Opens With 3 No-Hitters Across the Country

The No. 17 Arizona Wildcats historically opened the 2026 season behind a no-hit effort from first-year pitcher Jalen Adams. Adams pitched the 99th no-hitter in Arizona program history, allowing just one baserunner on a hit-by-pitch in the 8-0, five-inning victory over Southern Utah.

Patty Gasso News / Softball On SI / February 5

Why Oklahoma Softball Is Starting the Season Without a Pitching Coach

Ahead of Oklahoma softball’s season-opener in Arizona, head coach Patty Gasso announced that associate head coach Jennifer Rocha did not travel with the

Softball News / Softball On SI / February 5

A Pair of Lady Buffs Dominate DII Weekly Awards

The preseason-ranked No. 8 West Texas A&M softball program swept the Louisville Slugger and Wilson National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) weekly accolades to open the 2026 campaign.