CLEVELAND, Ga. (February 4, 2026) – The Truett McConnell University softball team is set to begin their 2026 season on Thursday, where the Lady Bears will travel to face non-conference opponent Talladega College in a double-header match-up.
 
Softball had a successful season, finishing with a record of 29-15, 20-8 AAC. The Lady Bears traveled to the AAC Tournament as the No. 3 seed, ultimately suffering a tough loss in game one to No. 6 Tennessee Wesleyan (7-6) and in game two against the No. 9 seed Columbia College (8-6). Senior Cassie Boatright was featured earning AAC All-Conference Second Team honors, as well as 13 Lady Bears who received AAC All Academic Honors.
 
Amongst the core group of returners for the Lady Bears are seniors Boatright and Grace Folds, and juniors Madylen Vincent and Emme Souter. The Lady Bears roster will feature 13 newcomers.
 
This Thursday's doubleheader is scheduled for a 1:00 p.m. start time with game two set for 3:00 p.m. The Lady Bears conference-opener against Columbia International University is scheduled for Saturday, March 7.