Midland College Softball Sweeps Coastal Bend in Series Opener

Lady Chaps start 2026 season undefeated at 4-0 after dominant series win

Feb. 1, 2026 at 11:23pm

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The Midland College softball team defeated the Coastal Bend Lady Cougars 9-2 to sweep the opening series. MC shut out Coastal Bend on Saturday, winning 8-0 and 5-0, then also winning the first game 11-3. The Lady Chaps are now undefeated at 4-0 to start the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Midland College's softball program has been a consistent powerhouse in the region, and this dominant series sweep to open the season signals they will be a team to watch in 2026. The Lady Chaps are looking to build on their success and make a deep postseason run.

The details

In the series opener, Midland College defeated Coastal Bend 9-2. The Lady Chaps then shut out Coastal Bend in both games on Saturday, winning 8-0 and 5-0. MC also won the first game of a doubleheader on 11-3.

  • The series took place on February 2, 2026.
  • Midland College will host Luna for a doubleheader on Friday.

The players

Midland College

A community college located in Midland, Texas, known for its successful softball program.

Coastal Bend Lady Cougars

The softball team from Coastal Bend College, a community college in Texas.

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What’s next

The Lady Chaps will look to continue their undefeated start to the season when they host Luna for a doubleheader on Friday.

The takeaway

Midland College's dominant series sweep to open the 2026 season shows they will be a force to be reckoned with in the region, as the Lady Chaps aim to build on their consistent success and make a deep postseason run.