Posted: May 01, 2025

Rust College Softball Wraps Up Historic Season with Strong Postseason Finish

After falling in their opening playoff game to Oakwood University, Rust responded impressively with back-to-back wins — shutting out Talladega College 3-0 and defeating Oakwood University 6-4 — before narrowly being edged out in the semifinals by Dillard University.

The Bearcats finished the season strong, going 7-7 in the month of April, a testament to their grit and improvement. This year's team also celebrated several historic milestones:

First-ever win over Lane College
Doubled their total win count compared to last season
Improved conference record compared to last season
More wins over the past three seasons than any period since the early 2000s

Individual accolades capped off the team's impressive progress:

Three players earned HBCUAC Player of the Week honors during the season
Leona Joshua was named All-HBCUAC First Team Pitcher and selected to the All-Tournament Team
Cianna Role was also selected to the All-Tournament Team, recognizing her outstanding postseason performance

"This group of young women demonstrated remarkable growth and heart all year," said Head Coach Kendrick Vivians. "They laid a strong foundation for the future of Rust College Softball, and I couldn't be prouder of their accomplishments both on and off the field." As the Bearcats continue to build momentum, the future of Rust College Softball looks brighter than ever.

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