The No. 24 Washburn Ichabods are finishing their regular season with a twinbill against Emporia State on April 27 after a two-week break, boasting a 36-12 overall record and 17-7 in the MIAA.

By the Numbers
  • Washburn has secured its 19th season with at least 30 wins.
  • Brenda Holaday, the head coach, achieved her 600th career win.
  • The team is currently ranked seventh in the nation for doubles and eighth for earned run average.
  • Individually, Sadie Walker has 20 wins and 1.27 ERA, while Marrit Mead is close to breaking Washburn career records.
  • Emporia State Hornets hold a 29-19 record and lead the series against Washburn.
Yes, But

The Washburn Ichabods were swept by Pittsburg State but secured their 19th 30-win season and are striving for more in upcoming games.

State of Play
  • Washburn is preparing for the MIAA Championships Tournament starting on May 1 in Edmond, Oklahoma.
  • Emporia State Hornets, their upcoming opponents, have key players performing well this season.
  • Brenda Holaday, the head coach, has a successful track record both at Washburn and Washburn Rural High School.
What's Next

The Washburn Ichabods will aim to carry their momentum into the MIAA Championships Tournament and continue their strong performance led by key players and Coach Holaday.

Bottom Line

As Washburn completes its regular season and looks ahead to the championships, the team's resilience and potential milestones under Coach Holaday's leadership set the stage for an exciting continuation of their softball journey.