Jackson State Secures No. 2 Seed in SWAC Softball Tournament
The Southwestern Athletic Conference announced its 2026 softball tournament seedings following the conclusion of regular season play. Florida A&M secured the No. 1 seed from the Eastern Division, while Jackson State earned the No. 2 seed, according to the league.
Bethune-Cookman and Alabama State took the No. 3 and No. 4 seeds from the Eastern Division, respectively. Prairie View A&M claimed the top spot in the Western Division, with Southern and Texas Southern following as the No. 2 and No. 3 seeds. Arkansas-Pine Bluff rounded out the seeds with a No. 4 ranking.
The tournament will be held at the Gulfport Sportsplex in Gulfport, Mississippi, beginning Tuesday, May 5. It will follow a double-elimination format, with the championship game scheduled for Saturday, May 9, if necessary. All games will be streamed live on SWAC TV.
First-day matchups include Jackson State versus Texas Southern, Southern versus Bethune-Cookman, Prairie View A&M versus Alabama State, and Florida A&M versus Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The tournament’s structure includes multiple rounds, culminating in the championship game.
The SWAC is recognized for its strong presence among Historically Black Colleges and Universities and features competition in various men’s and women’s sports, including softball, basketball, football, and more. For updates, fans can follow the league on social media or visit the official website.
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