Former Washburn Rural High School standout Emmerson Cope played on Friday, May 16 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division I Softball Championship

Emmerson Cope

By Topeka Sun

May 17, 2025

On Friday, May 16, former Washburn Rural High School standout Emmerson Cope’s current collegiate team the Nebraska Cornhuskers lost 10-2 against the UConn Huskies in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship.

The game took place at Tiger Park at 2:05 p.m. and was the first matchup against the UConn Huskies in the tournament.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers’ next game will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 12:05 p.m. at Tiger Park.

Emmerson Cope

Utility player and right handed pitcher

Sophomore

5′11″

Hometown: Topeka

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