Rebels Softball Sweeps Midweek Games

Ole Miss softball team defeats Memphis, Central Arkansas, and Samford in non-conference matchups

Apr. 10, 2026 at 4:39pm

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The Ole Miss Softball team won three straight games against non-conference opponents this week. On Tuesday, March 31, the Rebels defeated Memphis 10-0. The next day, they shut out Central Arkansas 5-0. Then on Tuesday, April 6, they defeated Samford 6-2.

Why it matters

After securing its first SEC series win of the season against then-No. 4 Tennessee, the Rebels softball team continued its strong play, sweeping three midweek non-conference games. This momentum will be important as Ole Miss prepares to host No. 13 Texas A&M in a key SEC series this weekend.

The details

Against Memphis, the Rebels' offense exploded for 10 runs, including two 3-run homers from Cassie Reasner. Lilly Whitten pitched a complete game shutout. The next day, Ole Miss defeated Central Arkansas 5-0, with Reasner hitting a solo home run and the Rebels' defense forcing 15 groundouts. In the Samford game, Madi George hit a go-ahead 3-run homer in the 5th inning to lead the Rebels to a 6-2 victory.

  • On Tuesday, March 31, the Rebels defeated Memphis.
  • On Wednesday, March 31, the Rebels defeated Central Arkansas.
  • On Tuesday, April 6, the Rebels defeated Samford.

The players

Lilly Whitten

The Ole Miss pitcher who recorded a complete game shutout against Memphis, striking out six batters.

Cassie Reasner

The Rebels' slugger who hit two 3-run home runs against Memphis and a solo shot against Central Arkansas.

Madi George

The Ole Miss player who hit a go-ahead 3-run homer in the 5th inning to lead the Rebels to a 6-2 victory over Samford.

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What’s next

Ole Miss (26-15, 2-10 SEC) will host No. 13 Texas A&M for a three-game SEC series beginning on Friday, April 10.

The takeaway

The Rebels softball team's impressive midweek sweep against non-conference opponents demonstrates their ability to bounce back from a tough start to SEC play and build momentum heading into a crucial series against a ranked conference foe.