May 9, 2025

WKU Softball Earns #2 Seed in CUSA Tournament

News Summary

WKU Softball has secured the #2 seed in the upcoming Conference USA tournament after a narrow 4-3 victory over Jacksonville State. This win extends WKU’s impressive winning streak to 11 consecutive conference games, showcasing a remarkable turnaround from their earlier season struggles. The team will enjoy a first-round bye and is set to compete on May 8. Upcoming games will be available for streaming on ESPN+, with the championship broadcast on CBS Sports Network, as fans gear up to support their team in this critical tournament.

BOWLING GREEN, KY – WKU Softball has secured the #2 seed in the upcoming Conference USA (CUSA) tournament following a narrow 4-3 victory over Jacksonville State on Sunday. This win marks the culmination of a remarkable turnaround for the team, which began March with a record of 4-7 in conference play and was positioned eighth in the standings.

With this victory, WKU has now won 11 consecutive conference games, a significant improvement that has tremendously boosted their standing. By clinching the second seed, the team will enjoy a first-round bye, joining #1 seed Liberty. The CUSA tournament is scheduled to commence on May 7 at 12 p.m. CT, with WKU entering the fray on May 8 at 12 p.m. CT.

In their first game of the tournament, WKU will face the winner of the game between Jacksonville State and Sam Houston scheduled for May 7. All tournament games will be available for streaming on ESPN+, while the championship game will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Network, allowing fans to follow along with the team’s journey in the tournament.

Ticket Information

Fans looking to attend the CUSA tournament can purchase tickets at various price points:

All-Tournament Pass: $75
Day Pass (for all three games on a given day): $25
Championship Saturday: $20

CUSA Tournament Schedule

The full schedule for the CUSA Softball Championship is as follows:

May 7: Game 1 at 12 p.m. – No. 3 Jacksonville State vs. No. 6 Sam Houston (ESPN+)
May 7: Game 2 at 2:30 p.m. – No. 4 LA Tech vs. No. 5 NM State (ESPN+)
May 7: Game 3 at 5 p.m. – Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 2 (ESPN+)
May 8: Game 4 at 12 p.m. – No. 2 WKU vs. Winner of Game 1 (ESPN+)
May 8: Game 5 at 2:30 p.m. – No. 1 Liberty vs. Winner of Game 2 (ESPN+)
May 8: Game 6 at 5 p.m. – Winner of Game 3 vs. Loser of Game 4 (ESPN+)
May 9: Game 7 at 12 p.m. – Winner of Game 4 vs. Winner of Game 5 (ESPN+)
May 9: Game 8 at 2:30 p.m. – Loser of Game 5 vs. Winner of Game 6 (ESPN+)
May 9: Game 9 at 5 p.m. – Loser of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8 (ESPN+)
May 10: Game 10 at 12 p.m. – Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 9 (CBS Sports Network)

Additional Events

Alongside the excitement of the softball tournament, WKU is also hosting other events, including women’s golf competing in NCAA Regionals and the Tops Live Coaches Show focusing on both baseball and softball. This busy schedule highlights the diverse athletic program that WKU offers, fostering spirit and engagement within the community.

As the tournament approaches, anticipation builds for WKU Softball’s next challenge. The team’s impressive comeback over the past month has not only secured them a prominent position in the CUSA tournament but also captured the attention of fans and supporters.

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