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Bemidji State Softball Struggles at Top Gun Midwest College Classic
The Beavers went 1-3 against a field of regional qualifiers in Kansas.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The Bemidji State softball team faced a tough slate of opponents at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic in Shawnee, Kansas over the weekend, going 1-3 in the tournament. The Beavers picked up a 10-3 win over Newman but lost to Washburn, Missouri Western, and Central Missouri. Their final two games were canceled due to weather.
Why it matters
The Top Gun Midwest College Classic featured several traditional regional qualifiers, providing Bemidji State an early-season test against high-level competition. The Beavers' struggles highlight the challenges they face in building a competitive program and preparing for their upcoming NSIC conference schedule.
The details
Bemidji State’s lone win came against Newman, 10-3. They then lost 9-3 to Washburn, 7-0 to Missouri Western, and 6-1 to Central Missouri. The Beavers’ final two games against Emporia State and Fort Hays State were canceled due to weather.
- The Top Gun Midwest College Classic took place over the weekend of March 2-3, 2026.
- Bemidji State’s next games will be at the Space Coast Spring Games in Melbourne, Florida from March 6-11, 2026.
- The Beavers will begin their NSIC conference schedule on March 21, 2026 at home against Augustana.
The players
Bemidji State Softball Team
The Bemidji State softball team competes in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC).
Newman
An opponent Bemidji State defeated 10-3 at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic.
Washburn
An opponent that defeated Bemidji State 9-3 at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic.
Missouri Western
An opponent that defeated Bemidji State 7-0 at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic.
Central Missouri
An opponent that defeated Bemidji State 6-1 at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic.
What’s next
Bemidji State will look to rebound at the Space Coast Spring Games in Florida before beginning their NSIC conference schedule on March 21 against Augustana.
The takeaway
Bemidji State’s struggles at the Top Gun Midwest College Classic highlight the challenges the program faces in competing against traditional regional qualifiers. The Beavers will need to use these early-season tests to prepare for their NSIC conference schedule and build towards future success.
