Former Washburn Rural High School standout Emmerson Cope played on Sunday, May 18 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division I Softball Championship

Emmerson Cope

By Topeka Sun

May 19, 2025

On Sunday, May 18, former Washburn Rural High School standout Emmerson Cope’s current collegiate team the Nebraska Cornhuskers won 8-0 against the Southeastern Louisiana Lady Lions in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship.

The game took place at Tiger Park at 2 p.m. and was the second matchup against the Southeastern Louisiana Lady Lions in the tournament.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers’ next game will take place on Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m. at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.

Emmerson Cope

Utility player and right handed pitcher

Sophomore

5′11″

Hometown: Topeka

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