After 30 seasons leading the program at Seminole State College, Courtney Miller is retiring at the conclusion of this season. The longtime leader of the Raiders arrived in Florida in 1994. Miller led SSC to an FCSAA State Championship in 2012, advancing to the NJCAA World Series. In 2017 the program racked up a school record 53 wins on the way to a conference title. During her tenure Miller coached 53 All-State selections and 14 All-Americans.
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RTS Onsite For ACC Weekend
RTS heads to Blacksburg this weekend for the ACC Series between No. 18 ranked Virginia Tech (32-9-1, 14-4) and Georgia Tech (29-17, 11-7). Game 1 of the battle between the Techs is set for 6 pm Friday. Check-in here and on all RTS Social Media Platforms for live in-game updates on the Hokies and Yellow Jackets throughout the weekend.
Texas Takes Over The No. 1 Spot In Top 25
Texas has taken over the top spot in this week’s Softball America DI Top 25.
| 1 | Texas | 35-6 | 4-0 | 3 |
| 2 | Oklahoma | 38-4 | 3-1 | 2 |
| 3 | Duke | 37-4 | 3-1 | 1 |
| 4 | Tennessee | 32-7 | 2-1 | 5 |
| 5 | Stanford | 34-7 | 3-1 | 6 |
| 6 | Oklahoma State | 35-8 | 2-2 | 3 |
| 7 | Texas A&M | 32-9 | 1-1 | 10 |
| 8 | Arkansas | 30-11 | 2-1 | 13 |
| 9 | Missouri | 33-11 | 3-1 | 18 |
| 10 | LSU | 33-8 | 2-2 | 7 |
| 11 | Georgia | 33-10 | 2-2 | 9 |
| 12 | Florida | 35-9 | 2-3 | 8 |
| 13 | Alabama | 30-9 | 1-1 | 15 |
| 14 | Washington | 28-7 | 2-0 | 12 |
| 15 | Mississippi State | 29-12 | 1-2 | 11 |
| 16 | UCLA | 24-9 | 2-0 | 14 |
| 17 | Louisiana | 29-14 | 2-1 | 17 |
| 18 | Virginia Tech | 31-9-1 | 3-0 | 16 |
| 19 | Florida State | 31-10 | 3-0 | 20 |
| 20 | Northwestern | 26-8 | 4-0 | 21 |
| 21 | Texas State | 33-12 | 1-3 | 19 |
| 22 | Arizona | 28-13-1 | 4-1 | NR |
| 23 | Penn State | 30-9 | 2-1 | 22 |
| 24 | Miami | 32-6 | 4-0 | NR |
| 25 | Kentucky | 26-15 | 2-1 | NR |
Dropped out of Rankings: Kansas, Virginia, Clemson
Received Votes: Auburn, Boston, UCF
USA Softball Names National Team Rosters
USA Softball has announced the rosters for the National and Elite Teams for events this summer. The Women’s National Team will compete in the WBSC Women’s World Cup in Castions de Strada, Italy July 15-21. The Women’s National Team Elite squad will compete against Team Japan in the Japan All-Star Series, taking place July 4-8.
Each team roster can be found at USA Softball announces Women’s National Team Program rosters for 2024 World Cup and Japan All-Star Series – USA Softball
Red Flags At Southern Arkansas College
Last month Southeast Arkansas College suspended their inaugural season after a 4-13 start citing “unforeseen circumstances, including injuries and roster challenges having resulted in falling below minimum requirements needed to compete effectively and safely.” Southeast Arkansas stated at the time through a press release that it was working with the NJCAA to address player eligibility concerns ahead of the 2025 season.
Southeast Arkansas has now advertised for a new head coach on their employment website further putting another odd turn on the first season for the Sharks.
Belinda Hendrix was hired as the first coach in program history in April 2023. Hendrix is best known for winning three National Championships in a successful 17 year coaching stint at Chipola College. At the time her hiring, Southeast Arkansas was questioned on bringing Hendrix aboard after a one year stint at East Tennessee State in which she was fired after allegations of abuse. At the time Southeast Arkansas College President Steven Bloomberg praised the hiring.
Hendrix husband, Jimmy Hendrix was also an assistant at ETSU before his termination. He initially accepted a head coaching position at Arkansas State University-Mid South, before resigning to join the staff at Southeast Arkansas as an assistant to his wife. He had previously resigned mid-season at Chipola due to “personal reasons”. It is unclear if he is still on staff with the Sharks.
Attempts at the time of the program suspension until now to reach Athletic Director Chad Kline for further comment have proven unsuccessful.
Duke is the new No. 1 in this week’s Softball America DI Top 25.
| 1 | Duke | 33-3 | 4-0 | 2 |
| 2 | Oklahoma | 35-3 | 1-2 | 1 |
| 3 | Oklahoma State | 33-6 | 4-0 | 4 |
| 4 | Texas | 31-6 | 2-1 | 6 |
| 5 | Tennessee | 30-6 | 2-1 | 5 |
| 6 | Stanford | 31-6 | 4-0 | 7 |
| 7 | LSU | 31-5 | 2-1 | 8 |
| 8 | Florida | 33-6 | 2-1 | 10 |
| 9 | Georgia | 31-8 | 2-3 | 3 |
| 10 | Texas A&M | 31-8 | 3-1 | 14 |
| 11 | Mississippi State | 28-10 | 3-1 | 15 |
| 12 | Washington | 26-7 | 1-2 | 9 |
| 13 | Arkansas | 28-10 | 3-1 | 17 |
| 14 | UCLA | 22-9 | 2-1 | 12 |
| 15 | Alabama | 29-8 | 3-0 | 16 |
| 16 | Virginia Tech | 28-9-1 | 3-1 | 13 |
| 17 | Louisiana | 27-13 | 3-0 | 19 |
| 18 | Missouri | 30-10 | 1-3 | 11 |
| 19 | Texas State | 32-9 | 3-1 | 18 |
| 20 | Florida State | 28-10 | 4-1 | 21 |
| 21 | Northwestern | 22-8 | 3-0 | 24 |
| 22 | Penn State | 28-8 | 2-1 | 22 |
| 23 | Kansas | 25-12-1 | 3-1 | NR |
| 24 | Virginia | 26-11 | 2-1 | NR |
| 25 | Clemson | 27-11 | 3-1 | 20 |
Dropped out of Rankings: Cal, South Carolina
Received Votes: Cal, Arizona, Oregon, FAU
Dropped out of Rankings: Cal, South Carolina
Received Votes: Cal, Arizona, Oregon, FAU
Pettipiece Out At Valpo
Meaggan Pettipiece has resigned as head coach at Valparaiso. She was in her second season leading the program having gone 8-41 in 2023. This season the Beacons are 7-20 and 1-5 in conference play. This is the second program Pettipiece has resigned from mid-season having left as head coach at Akron in 2022.
Sooners and Blue Devils Atop Poll
Oklahoma and Duke atop this week’s Softball America DI Top 25.
| 1 | Oklahoma | 34-1 | 3-0 | 1 |
| 2 | Duke | 29-3 | 3-0 | 4 |
| 3 | Georgia | 29-5 | 2-1 | 3 |
| 4 | Oklahoma State | 29-6 | 3-1 | 7 |
| 5 | Tennessee | 28-5 | 3-1 | 6 |
| 6 | Texas | 29-5 | 1-2 | 2 |
| 7 | Stanford | 27-6 | 2-1 | 5 |
| 8 | LSU | 29-4 | 4-0 | 13 |
| 9 | Washington | 25-5 | 3-0 | 8 |
| 10 | Florida | 31-5 | 2-1 | 9 |
| 11 | Missouri | 29-7 | 4-0 | 12 |
| 12 | UCLA | 20-8 | 2-0 | 16 |
| 13 | Virginia Tech | 25-8-1 | 0-3 | 10 |
| 14 | Texas A&M | 28-7 | 0-3 | 11 |
| 15 | Mississippi State | 25-9 | 1-2 | 15 |
| 16 | Alabama | 26-8 | 1-2 | 14 |
| 17 | Arkansas | 25-9 | 1-1 | 19 |
| 18 | Texas State | 29-8 | 3-1 | 17 |
| 19 | Louisiana | 24-13 | 3-0 | 23 |
| 20 | Clemson | 24-10 | 2-1 | 21 |
| 21 | Florida State | 24-9 | 3-0 | NR |
| 22 | Penn State | 26-7 | 3-1 | 22 |
| 23 | California | 26-10 | 2-2 | 19 |
| 24 | Northwestern | 19-8 | 3-1 | 24 |
| 25 | South Carolina | 26-10 | 4-1 | NR |
Dropped out of Rankings: Kansas, FAU
Received Votes: Arizona, Boston, Kansas, FAU, Virginia
Dropped out of Rankings: Kansas, FAU
Received Votes: Arizona, Boston, Kansas, FAU, Virginia
Van Brunt Joins British National Program
Dallas Christian College Assistant Coach Monti Van Brunt has been named Scouting Director for the British Softball Federation. Van Brunt has extensive international experience having worked in coaching roles in China, the Netherlands, Germany, and Czechia. He also spent time with the Tex Town Tigers Club in the Netherlands and Legnano Club in Italy, winning the European Cup in 2011. The British National Team is preparing for a possible bid to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Dean Stepping Down At Auburn
Mickey Dean will step down as head coach at Auburn at the end of season the university announced Tuesday. Dean is in his seventh season leading the Tigers and the program is currently 15-9-1 and 2-7 in the SEC. During his time on the plains Dean led Auburn to five NCAA Regional appearances and three 40-win seasons. Auburn’s second winningest coach in program history will continue as a special assistant to the athletic director through the remainder of his contract.