The Central Missouri Jennies softball team was named among the 10 teams in the first NCAA Division II Central Regional Rankings released by the NCAA on April 22. The rankings, which are presented in alphabetical order, mark the first time since 2021 that the Jennies have appeared in a regional poll.
This recognition is significant as it highlights the team’s performance this season and places them among other top programs from their conference and region. The inclusion also underscores the competitive landscape of collegiate softball within these conferences.
Central Missouri is one of six teams from the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) to be included in this initial set of rankings for 2026. Other MIAA schools listed are Central Oklahoma, Emporia State, Missouri Southern, Northwest Missouri, Pittsburg State, and Rogers State. The Central Region includes teams from three conferences: MIAA, Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC), and Great American Conference (GAC). St. Cloud State and Winona State represent NSIC schools on the list while Southern Arkansas is noted as GAC’s sole representative.
According to recent National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) rankings, five teams from the Central Region are ranked among the national top-25: No. 2 Pittsburg State, No. 9 Southern Arkansas, No. 12 Missouri Southern, No. 17 Central Oklahoma, and No. 22 Winona State.
The Jennies currently hold a record of 31 wins and 15 losses overall with a conference record of 12-8 in MIAA play. They will host Nebraska-Kearney Lopers for Senior Day on Saturday, April 25 at Jennies Field at South Recreation Complex in Warrensburg.
